Stock Movers Vistra Surges, General Motors Drops, Southwest Airlines Climbed After Ratings Upgrade On this episode of Stock Movers:
Jan 9, 2026
Shares of Vistra soar after announcing a major power deal with Meta, promising zero-carbon energy from nuclear plants. Meanwhile, General Motors faces a setback with a $6 billion charge linked to electric vehicle production cuts. On a brighter note, Southwest Airlines sees a rise in stock price as analysts upgrade their outlook, hinting at better earnings ahead. Tune in for insights on these market movers!
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Meta's Big Nuclear Purchase Boosts Vistra
- Meta's deal to buy nuclear power from Vistra could represent billions in revenue for generators.
- Christina Kino highlights the deal's scale and why Vistra shares jumped over 13% on the news.
GM's EV Write-Downs Deepen
- General Motors will take another $6 billion in charges tied to EV and battery production cutbacks.
- Christina Kino notes the total write-down on GM's EV bet now stands at $7.6 billion, reflecting broader EV market challenges.
Upgrades Lift Southwest Stock
- Southwest Airlines shares rose after upgrades and bullish EPS expectations ahead of earnings.
- JPMorgan moved LUV to overweight and Susquehanna raised its price target to $45, near the current $44 price.