Check out the companies making the biggest moves in midday trading: Oracle — Shares of the software company rose more than 3% on Thursday after Baird initiated coverage with a outperform rating and a $365 price taget. The firm said Oracle has a strong position in the artificial intelligence growth story. The stock has had a wild ride in recent sessions as investors debated its outlook. Week to date, shares have gained 4%. MP Materials — Shares of the rare earth materials producer rose 7%. BMO Capital Markets reinstated coverage at a market perform rating, calling MP the U.S.' "rare earth champion" following a partnership with the Department of Defense. Meanwhile, China said it tightened rare earth export controls ahead of a potential meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese leade

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