Today: 23 June 2026

Shan Ahmed Khan

Shan Ahmed Khan is a senior markets reporter at TS2.tech, specializing in stocks, technology and macroeconomic trends. A graduate of the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), he previously worked in investment research and market analysis. His coverage helps readers understand the key developments influencing global financial markets and emerging industries.

American Express stock tumbles 7% as “AI scare trade” hits payments; what to watch before the open

American Express stock tumbles 7% as “AI scare trade” hits payments; what to watch before the open

American Express shares fell 7.2% to $321.24, among the steepest drops on the Dow, after a weekend research note warned AI could disrupt card fees and spending. The decline was not linked to company earnings but sparked broader selling in payments stocks, with Visa and Capital One also down. Investors are watching upcoming U.S. data and Federal Reserve signals for further direction.
SSE share price rises after £600m capital securities call — what investors watch next

SSE share price rises after £600m capital securities call — what investors watch next

SSE PLC shares rose 1.7% to 2,623.2 pence by 0938 GMT after the company announced plans to redeem £600 million of capital securities in full on April 14. The stock traded near a 52-week high, while other UK utilities also gained. SSE said the securities’ listing will be cancelled after settlement. The company expects lower adjusted earnings per share for the year ending March 2026.
Vodafone share price today: VOD.L edges up as buyback rolls on and bond call looms

Vodafone share price today: VOD.L edges up as buyback rolls on and bond call looms

Vodafone shares rose 0.2% to 116.75 pence in early London trading Tuesday after the company announced a notice of redemption for its 4.375% dollar notes due 2028. Vodafone also disclosed buying 1.5 million shares on Feb. 23 at an average of 116.03 pence each under its buyback program. Investors remain focused on cash use and balance-sheet moves ahead of FY26 results on May 12.
24 February 2026
National Grid share price ticks up as Ofgem flags AI data-centre power crunch

National Grid share price ticks up as Ofgem flags AI data-centre power crunch

National Grid shares rose 0.9% to 1,371.5 pence in early London trading after Ofgem warned proposed data centres could require more power than Britain’s current peak demand. Ofgem is consulting on rule changes for grid connections, with a March 13 deadline. National Grid also reported over 39,000 U.S. customers lost power in a winter storm. Investors await the company’s full-year results on May 14.
24 February 2026
BAT stock price today: British American Tobacco shares edge higher as buyback ticks on

BAT stock price today: British American Tobacco shares edge higher as buyback ticks on

BAT shares edged up 0.1% to 4,600 pence in early London trading after the company reported a small share buyback. Investors await a key U.S. vape import ruling in March and the next dividend, set to go ex-dividend on March 26. Analyst ratings remain mixed, with some citing slow growth in newer products. BAT reaffirmed its 2026 outlook but warned of possible job cuts from an AI-led restructuring.
24 February 2026
BP share price rises as oil nears seven-month highs — what investors watch next

BP share price rises as oil nears seven-month highs — what investors watch next

BP shares rose 0.42% to 476.10 pence in early London trading Tuesday as Brent crude hit a six-month high of $72.44. Europe’s oil and gas index reached a record Monday, driven by firmer oil prices amid U.S.-Iran tensions. Traders are watching nuclear talks in Geneva on Thursday and BP’s earnings on April 28. BP paused $750 million in buybacks and took $4 billion in charges earlier this month.
NatWest share price slips in early London trade after fresh buyback update

NatWest share price slips in early London trade after fresh buyback update

NatWest shares fell 1.3% to 602.4 pence in early London trading Tuesday after the bank disclosed it bought back 782,352 shares on Feb. 23 at average prices above 613 pence. The repurchased shares will be cancelled. Investors are watching for volatility tied to tariffs and upcoming dividend and AGM dates. NatWest will hold nearly 218 million shares in treasury after settlement.
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Stock Market Today

  • Australian Stocks Flat Ahead of Key Data Week
    June 22, 2026, 10:45 PM EDT. The S&P/ASX 200 index remained flat as mining and banking sectors saw modest gains. Energy stocks declined following a 3% drop in oil prices, driven by signs of progress in a US-Iran deal. Investors are cautious ahead of a data-heavy week expected to influence market direction. Mining, banking, and energy sectors led market moves, with geopolitical developments impacting commodity prices.

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Amazon Stock Just Got Hit Before Prime Day — AI Spending Fears Are Back

Amazon Stock Just Got Hit Before Prime Day — AI Spending Fears Are Back

23 June 2026
Amazon shares plunged 4.75% to $232.79 as investors questioned whether the company’s massive AI and cloud spending will pay off quickly enough, just ahead of Prime Day—a key test of U.S. consumer demand—with Bank of America projecting $21.6 billion in sales for the event and analysts warning that profit quality could disappoint if shoppers focus on lower-margin essentials.
Keel Shares Hit Record—What’s Next for the Stock

Keel Shares Hit Record—What’s Next for the Stock

23 June 2026
Keel Infrastructure Corp. surged 5.9% to a 52-week high as investors bet its power sites can be converted to AI data-center leases, with shares ending at $6.66 on heavy volume; the stock’s rally now hinges on permits, construction, and landing customer contracts, while upcoming Russell 3000 index inclusion and recent $458 million convertible note financing add both opportunity and dilution risk.
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