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Marcin Frąckiewicz

CEO of TS2 Space and founder of TS2.tech. Expert in satellites, telecommunications, and emerging technologies, covering trends in space, AI, and connectivity.

Stonegate’s £1bn Sale of 1,000 “Platinum” Pubs: What the Slug & Lettuce Owner’s Debt Fight Means for UK High Streets

Stonegate’s £1bn Sale of 1,000 “Platinum” Pubs: What the Slug & Lettuce Owner’s Debt Fight Means for UK High Streets

Stonegate, owner of Slug & Lettuce and Be At One, is preparing to sell over 1,000 pubs for up to £1 billion to reduce its £3 billion debt, according to reports on 16 November. The sale would involve its top-performing “platinum” pubs, mainly freehold sites in England and Wales, ahead of a key debt restriction lifting in January 2026.
16 November 2025
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Lloyds Share Price: Can the FTSE‑100 Bank’s Value Keep Surging or Is a Crash Coming?

Lloyds (LON:LLOY) Share Price: Curve Deal, BoE Rates and Scandal Risks to Watch Before the 17 November 2025 Open

Lloyds Banking Group shares closed at 91.74p on Friday, down 2.78% after hitting a 52-week high of 95.70p earlier in the week. The stock faces pressure from a £120m fintech acquisition, a £1.7bn buyback, and ongoing scandals as investors await the London open on Monday. The FTSE 350 banks index fell 2.2% amid global growth concerns and UK budget uncertainty.
16 November 2025
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CBA (ASX:CBA) before the bell: What to know about Commonwealth Bank of Australia stock ahead of the ASX open on 17 Nov 2025

CBA (ASX:CBA) before the bell: What to know about Commonwealth Bank of Australia stock ahead of the ASX open on 17 Nov 2025

CBA shares closed at A$157.30 Friday, down 10% for the week after the bank’s quarterly update flagged margin pressure despite reporting A$2.6bn cash NPAT for the September quarter, up 2% year-on-year. The sell-off followed commentary on net interest margins and came as CBA’s premium valuation left it exposed to rotation into cheaper peers. CET1 ratio stood at 11.8% on 30 September. The bank did not disclose a headline NIM figure.
16 November 2025
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CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) pre‑open brief for 17 November 2025: Buy‑back in full swing, Seqirus spin‑off delayed, guidance cut — here’s what matters

CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) pre‑open brief for 17 November 2025: Buy‑back in full swing, Seqirus spin‑off delayed, guidance cut — here’s what matters

CSL closed at A$181.81 on Friday, down 0.07%, after a volatile period marked by a surprise guidance cut and delayed Seqirus demerger. Daily buy-back filings continued as CSL executes a A$750m program. At the October AGM, shareholders issued a second strike on pay but rejected a board spill. U.S. ADRs ended Friday at US$58.84, with after-hours trading slightly higher.
16 November 2025
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Westpac (ASX: WBC) before the bell — What to know for Monday, 17 Nov 2025

Westpac (ASX: WBC) before the bell — What to know for Monday, 17 Nov 2025

Westpac extended its regional branch closure moratorium to 2030 and will trial a new community banking service. The bank reported FY25 statutory net profit of A$6.9bn and raised operating expenses 9% to A$11.9bn. On-market buyback capacity remains up to A$3.5bn, with the next phase set for November 2025. Westpac has back-paid nearly 47,000 staff over A$50m after underpayments.
16 November 2025
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BHP Group (ASX: BHP) pre‑open briefing for Monday, 17 Nov 2025: UK dam ruling fallout, China iron‑ore tensions, and overnight cues

BHP Group (ASX: BHP) pre‑open briefing for Monday, 17 Nov 2025: UK dam ruling fallout, China iron‑ore tensions, and overnight cues

A UK High Court found BHP liable under Brazilian law for the 2015 Fundão dam collapse; damages will be set later, with BHP planning to appeal. BHP’s NYSE ADRs closed down 1.3% at $55.23 Friday. Iron ore traded at $103–104/t, with Dalian futures slightly higher. The Australian dollar hovered near 0.65 USD late last week.
16 November 2025
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Newcrest Mining Stock in 2025: What ASX Investors Must Know About Newmont (ASX:NEM) Before the Market Opens on 17 November

Newcrest Mining Stock in 2025: What ASX Investors Must Know About Newmont (ASX:NEM) Before the Market Opens on 17 November

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) no longer trades on the ASX after its acquisition by Newmont in 2023. Newmont CHESS Depositary Interests began trading under the code NEM from 27 October 2023, with Newcrest shareholders receiving 0.4 Newmont securities per share. Newcrest was formally delisted on 8 November 2023. Key former Newcrest mines now operate under Newmont’s portfolio.
16 November 2025
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Telstra (ASX: TLS) Stock Outlook: What to Know Before the ASX Opens on 17 November 2025

Telstra (ASX: TLS) Stock Outlook: What to Know Before the ASX Opens on 17 November 2025

Telstra shares closed at A$4.94 on Friday, down 0.6%, with volume at 15.5 million, below average. The stock sits near the top of its 52-week range and has gained about 25–30% over the past year. Telstra’s A$1 billion buy-back, launched in September, has seen over 57.8 million shares repurchased so far. Market cap stands near A$56 billion, with a dividend yield around 3.8–3.9%.
16 November 2025
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Wesfarmers (ASX: WES) Share Price: What Investors Need to Know Before the ASX Opens on 17 November 2025

Wesfarmers (ASX: WES) Share Price: What Investors Need to Know Before the ASX Opens on 17 November 2025

Wesfarmers closed at A$81.13 on Friday, down 0.44%, after reporting record FY25 revenue of A$45.7 billion and net profit of A$2.93 billion. A A$1.50 per share capital return and special dividend are set for 4 December. Shares have gained 20–30% year-to-date but now trade at a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.6x, well above most Australian peers.
16 November 2025
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DroneShield (ASX:DRO): 10 Things Investors Need to Know Before the ASX Opens on 17 November 2025

DroneShield (ASX:DRO): 10 Things Investors Need to Know Before the ASX Opens on 17 November 2025

DroneShield shares closed at A$2.33 on Friday, up 3.56% after a volatile week that saw the stock drop up to 40%. The company’s market cap stands near A$2 billion, down from a 52-week high of A$6.70. Shares surged over 300% year-to-date before a sharp sell-off triggered by new share issuance and questions over a reported A$7.6 million contract.
16 November 2025
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Nasdaq Frenzy: Tech Titans’ AI-Fueled Surge Hits Records Ahead of Fed Cut & Earnings Bonanza

China Stocks: What to Know Before the Open on November 17, 2025 — PBOC’s ¥800bn Liquidity Boost Meets Global Risk-Off

The People’s Bank of China will inject ¥800 billion into the financial system Monday, a net ¥500 billion boost after maturities, as A-shares reopen following a global tech-led selloff. October data showed industrial output up 4.9% year-on-year, but retail sales slowed and real estate investment fell 14.7%. New-home prices dropped 0.5% in October, the steepest monthly decline in a year. FTSE China A50 futures fell 1.33% Friday.
16 November 2025
Westpac’s $7 Billion Windfall Ignites ASX Rally Despite Mining Slump – Nov 3, 2025

ASX today: 7 things to know before the Sydney open — Nov 17, 2025 (SPI futures, AUD, iron ore, oil, gold, and the RBA week ahead)

S&P/ASX 200 futures slipped 0.03% to 8,636.5 on Friday, pointing to a subdued open as Wall Street ended mixed and iron ore held near US$104/t. The Australian dollar stayed around 0.655 after strong October jobs data. Brent crude rose to US$64.39/bbl, while gold retreated from record highs. RBA minutes and wage data are due this week.
16 November 2025
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Tokyo Stock Exchange Surges to Record Highs on AI Boom – Inside the Nov 3, 2025 Rally

Japan Stocks Today: What to Know Before the Tokyo Open (Nov 17, 2025) — GDP at 8:50 JST, Yen Near 154, Stimulus in Focus

Japan’s Q3 GDP estimate, due at 8:50 a.m. JST, is expected to show a 0.6% quarterly contraction, minutes before Tokyo’s cash equity open. CME Nikkei 225 futures rose 0.7% late Sunday, signaling a steadier start after Friday’s 1.77% drop. The dollar/yen hovered near 154.5, with officials warning against sharp FX moves. Finance Minister Katayama said stimulus will exceed ¥17 trillion, with cabinet approval eyed for Nov 21.
16 November 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Why Root Stock Remains Risky Despite Recent Price Drop: Alternatives to Consider
    March 12, 2026, 1:04 PM EDT. Root stock has plunged 55% in six months to $44.57, prompting caution despite a cheaper entry. Two red flags are a persistently negative 29.7% return on equity (ROE) over five years, signaling ineffective profit generation, and a historically declining book value per share (BVPS), though recent growth has improved. Root trades at 1.9 times forward price-to-book ratio, implying high expectations amid weak fundamentals. Analysts suggest investors look elsewhere, highlighting a more promising stock favored by Charlie Munger for superior returns and solid capital management. For those seeking reliable growth, a list of top market-beating stocks including giants like Nvidia and rising firms like Tecnoglass offers potential winners.

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Snap Stock Price Today: Shares Slip as UK Child-Safety Push Adds Pressure

Snap Stock Price Today: Shares Slip as UK Child-Safety Push Adds Pressure

12 March 2026
Snap Inc shares fell 1.4% to $4.79 midday Thursday after UK regulators ordered Snapchat and other platforms to tighten age checks for minors. Ofcom and the ICO set an April 30 deadline for compliance, warning of possible fines. The drop came amid a broader tech selloff, with Meta, Alphabet, and Reddit also down. Snap did not comment on the UK order.
Unilever Stock Price: Why Shares Are Stuck Near 4,840p Despite a €1.5 Billion Buyback

Unilever Stock Price: Why Shares Are Stuck Near 4,840p Despite a €1.5 Billion Buyback

12 March 2026
Unilever shares traded near 4,840 pence Thursday, little changed after closing Wednesday at 4,846 pence, down 1.24%. Investors weighed February guidance that 2026 sales growth would hit the low end of its 4%-6% range. The company completed its ice cream demerger in December and plans a €1.5 billion share buyback in the second quarter. The stock remains 12.56% below its December 52-week high.
Trump’s Plan to Cut Oil Prices Runs Into Hormuz as Iran War Rattles Markets

Trump’s Plan to Cut Oil Prices Runs Into Hormuz as Iran War Rattles Markets

12 March 2026
Brent crude fell 11% on March 10 after Trump suggested the Iran war could end soon, then rebounded to $98.45 as Gulf attacks intensified. The IEA and U.S. launched a record emergency oil release, but flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain under 10% of pre-war levels. U.S. gasoline prices rose 19% since the conflict began. The White House said Navy escorts for tankers are not yet possible.
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