Today: 29 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.

Seatrium stock slips into weekend as U.S. offshore wind court fights stay in focus

Seatrium stock slips into weekend as U.S. offshore wind court fights stay in focus

Seatrium shares fell 2.2% to S$2.24 on Friday, underperforming the Singapore market despite U.S. court rulings that allowed major offshore wind projects to resume. About 21.3 million shares traded. The company remains on track to deliver a US$475 million wind vessel to Maersk by Feb. 28. Legal uncertainty persists over the Trump administration’s broader halt on East Coast wind projects.
17 January 2026
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OCBC share price ends higher above S$20; investors eye February results and dividend clues

OCBC share price ends higher above S$20; investors eye February results and dividend clues

OCBC shares closed at S$20.44 on Friday, up 0.34%, with 5.2 million shares traded. The bank’s Sydney branch has applied to list A$1.2 billion in floating-rate bonds on the Singapore Exchange, set to start trading Jan. 16. Investors await OCBC’s full-year results on Feb. 25 for updates on dividends and margins. Singapore’s market is closed for the weekend.
17 January 2026
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DBS share price holds near highs as analysts debate dividend trade and rate risk

DBS share price holds near highs as analysts debate dividend trade and rate risk

DBS shares closed at S$59.12 on Friday, up 0.39%, as Singapore bank stocks held steady ahead of the weekend. Analysts remain split on further upside, citing resilient dividends but warning that falling rates could pressure margins. Traders are watching for DBS’ Feb. 9 results and possible “significant risk transfer” deals as the next catalysts. OCBC ended at S$20.44 and UOB at S$36.74.
17 January 2026
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South32 share price holds near recent highs as silver frenzy cools — what to watch next week

South32 share price holds near recent highs as silver frenzy cools — what to watch next week

South32 shares closed at A$4.16 on Friday, up 0.48% after a sharp rise Thursday, with 22.1 million shares traded. Silver prices fell from record highs as retail investors crowded into ETFs, while copper sentiment remained volatile. South32’s December-quarter results are due January 22. The company will announce its interim dividend on February 12.
17 January 2026
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Woodside Energy share price: JERA winter LNG deal and oil swings set up the next ASX session

Woodside Energy share price: JERA winter LNG deal and oil swings set up the next ASX session

Woodside Energy shares fell 1.42% to A$23.68 Friday, trimming earlier weekly gains after a sharp drop in crude prices. The company announced a five-year LNG supply deal with Japan’s JERA, covering three annual cargoes from 2027. Woodside’s Scarborough project is over 91% complete, with first LNG expected in late 2026. Investors await fourth-quarter results on Jan. 28.
17 January 2026
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Walmart’s CEO handover sparks sweeping exec shake-up — new bosses for U.S., International and Sam’s Club

Walmart’s CEO handover sparks sweeping exec shake-up — new bosses for U.S., International and Sam’s Club

Walmart will install John Furner as CEO on Feb. 1, replacing Doug McMillon. David Guggina will lead Walmart U.S., Chris Nicholas will head Walmart International, and Latriece Watkins will run Sam’s Club. Kathryn McLay, outgoing international chief, will depart after the transition. An SEC filing shows Furner’s pay package includes $1.5 million salary and $27 million in stock awards.
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Stock Market Today

  • Smiths Group PLC Buys Back 450,000 Shares on London Stock Exchange
    June 29, 2026, 4:13 AM EDT. Smiths Group PLC repurchased 450,000 ordinary shares at an average price of approximately 2,579 GBp each from HSBC Bank on the London Stock Exchange. The buyback occurred between June 22 and June 26, 2026, with shares purchased across multiple trading venues including XLON and CHIX. The group plans to cancel these shares, effectively reducing the outstanding share capital. This move follows prior company instructions from November 2025 and aims to boost shareholder value. Smiths Group, active in industrial engineering sectors like aerospace and thermal solutions, said the purchases comply with EU market abuse regulations as adopted into UK law. The firm emphasized its commitment to innovation and efficiency in critical markets such as decarbonisation and energy processes.

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29 June 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: June 29, 2026, 4:00 AM EDTUpdated: June 29, 2026, 4:22 AM EDT Smiths Group PLC Buys Back 450,000 Shares on London Stock Exchange June 29, 2026, 4:13 AM EDT. Smiths Group PLC repurchased 450,000 ordinary shares at an average price of approximately 2,579 GBp each from HSBC Bank on the London Stock Exchange. The buyback occurred between June 22 and June 26, 2026, with shares purchased across multiple trading venues including XLON and CHIX. The group plans to cancel these shares, effectively reducing the outstanding share capital. This move follows prior company instructions from November 2025 and
Trump-era loan caps could open door for private lenders in grad school market

Trump-era loan caps could open door for private lenders in grad school market

29 June 2026
July 1 federal loan caps slash Grad PLUS access, forcing many graduate and professional students to seek private loans; Sallie Mae projects up to 70% origination growth over several years, while SoFi reports record student-loan volume—investors now face a real-time test of how much demand shifts to private lenders as federal limits hit.
IREN Limited (NASDAQ:IREN) slides as Warriors badge faces AI revenue test

IREN Limited (NASDAQ:IREN) slides as Warriors badge faces AI revenue test

29 June 2026
IREN Limited (NASDAQ:IREN) plunged 21.3% to $47.21 over five straight down days despite announcing a record $50M+ annual Warriors jersey deal, as investors focused on the company’s not fully contracted $4.4B target ARR and high short interest at 19.74% of float, with Friday’s close near the lowest analyst target.
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