Today: 28 June 2026

Marcin Frąckiewicz

Marcin Frąckiewicz is the founder and CEO of TS2 Space, a satellite communications company serving customers around the world. A graduate of the Warsaw School of Economics (SGH), he has more than two decades of experience in telecommunications, satellite services and technology ventures. He writes about satellite communications, space technology, artificial intelligence and the stock market, with a particular focus on technology companies, semiconductors, emerging industries and the trends shaping global innovation.

Rio Tinto share price: what to know before London opens on 17 November 2025 (RIO, LSE)

Rio Tinto share price: what to know before London opens on 17 November 2025 (RIO, LSE)

Rio Tinto and partners marked the start of Simandou iron ore operations in Guinea, with first shipments expected mid-November. Shares closed Friday at 5,394p in London, down 0.31%, and ADRs ended at $70.63 in New York. The company signed a 15-year wind power deal for its Utah copper smelter and announced a commercial-scale aluminium tech milestone. Activist Palliser renewed pressure on Rio’s board over M&A and listing structure.
16 November 2025
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British American Tobacco (LSE: BATS) share price: what to know before the London open on 17 November 2025

British American Tobacco (LSE: BATS) share price: what to know before the London open on 17 November 2025

British American Tobacco closed at 4,072p in London on 14 November. The company issued €1.2bn in hybrid capital and launched a tender for its 2021 euro hybrid notes. Management forecasts 1–2% revenue growth and £1.1bn in buybacks for FY25, citing FX headwinds. BAT’s U.S. ADR ended Friday at $54.13, signaling a softer London open.
16 November 2025
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AstraZeneca (AZN) Share Price: What to Know Before London Market Opens on 17 November 2025

AstraZeneca (AZN) Share Price: What to Know Before London Market Opens on 17 November 2025

AstraZeneca closed near record highs in London on Friday, 14 November, at about 13,532p, valuing the company near £210bn. Q3 revenue rose 10% to $15.2bn, beating forecasts, but full-year guidance was unchanged. Shareholders approved a direct NYSE listing, set for February 2026. The company reported 16 positive Phase III trials and 31 regulatory approvals so far this year.
16 November 2025
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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.
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Stock Market Today

  • SoftBank Considers Stock Acquisition Rights Amid 16% Undervaluation Debate
    June 28, 2026, 3:03 AM EDT. SoftBank Corp (TSE:9434) is evaluating stock acquisition rights after its June 23, 2026 board meeting, signaling potential shifts in compensation and capital strategy. The shares closed at ¥204.7, down from a projected fair value of ¥242.53, suggesting a 16% undervaluation based on forecasts of revenue growth and margin expansion fueled by AI-driven digital infrastructure. However, SoftBank trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.8, above the sector average, implying risk if growth slows or competitive pressures intensify. Investors face a choice between the bullish fair value outlook and caution on valuation multiples amid Japan's competitive telecom market and heavy AI investments. The stock's medium-term momentum is softening despite strong long-term returns.

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Hecla Mining (NYSE:HL) sees stock rebound, volume jumps as silver prices in focus

Hecla Mining (NYSE:HL) sees stock rebound, volume jumps as silver prices in focus

28 June 2026
Hecla Mining surged 5.3 times its average trading volume Friday as index rebalancing drove 112.44 million shares traded, but the stock’s 2.6% weekly drop still beat silver and peer ETFs, signaling company-specific strength; investors now watch if Hecla can hold above $15.54 without rebalancing flows as macro risks loom.
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