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Shan Ahmed Khan

As a journalist focused on finance and the stock market, he delivers fast, reliable, and easy-to-understand coverage of market news.

HSBC share price: What to know after France tax deal and Hang Seng buyout vote

HSBC share price: What to know after France tax deal and Hang Seng buyout vote

London, Jan 11, 2026, 08:21 GMT — Market closed HSBC shares in London edged up by 0.1% to close at 1,194.2 pence on Friday, showing little momentum after a week packed with legal and deal news. (Hargreaves Lansdown) That steady close counts because the next catalyst isn’t just the macro tape anymore. Two separate issues — a French settlement and a Hong Kong deal — now loom over capital returns and short-term messaging. Buybacks have been central to the UK lender’s equity appeal, and changes in available capital usually ripple through the stock fast. A major payout or a postponed
11 January 2026
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Diageo stock (DGE.L) in focus after Kenya court delays $2.3 billion EABL sale to Asahi

Diageo stock (DGE.L) in focus after Kenya court delays $2.3 billion EABL sale to Asahi

London, Jan 11, 2026, 08:08 GMT — The market has closed. Diageo’s London-listed shares face uncertainty on Monday as a Kenyan court delays a hearing tied to its $2.3 billion asset sale. Kenya’s High Court moved the hearing to Jan. 20, aiming to block the deal. Judge Bahati Mwamuye ruled that while the parties may proceed with preliminary actions like seeking regulatory approvals, they cannot close the transaction before that date. Despite the delay, those involved still anticipate completing the deal in the second half of the year. The case was brought by Kenyan beer distributor Bia Tosha, linked to
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Shell stock: 3% Friday jump puts buybacks and oil shocks back in play

Shell stock: 3% Friday jump puts buybacks and oil shocks back in play

LONDON, January 11, 2026, 08:02 GMT — Market closed Shell Plc shares (SHEL.L) closed Friday up 3.0%, finishing at 2,640 pence after moving between 2,589.5 and 2,659.0 pence during the session. Immediate support is near 2,554 pence, matching Thursday’s low. The stock’s 52-week range stretches from 2,269.9 to 2,937.5 pence. (Investing.com) As London remains closed for the weekend, any near-term movement in Shell shares will probably hinge on crude prices rather than corporate news. Energy stocks have been highly responsive to changes in supply risk, often overshadowing regular trading updates. This is significant because Shell is heavily focused on capital
11 January 2026
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RELX PLC stock: buyback rolls on as investors brace for Feb. 12 results

RELX PLC stock: buyback rolls on as investors brace for Feb. 12 results

London, Jan 11, 2026, 07:58 GMT — Markets closed. RELX repurchased 305,052 shares on Friday, paying between 3,136 and 3,179 pence each. The buyback cost roughly £9.6 million at the group’s average price. This continues their share repurchase program from January. The FTSE 100 information and analytics company’s stock last closed up 0.95% at 3,178 pence. (TradingView) So far, the buyback is making an impact. By reducing the share count, it can boost earnings per share — the straightforward metric of profit per share — despite daily trading being largely driven by broader macro factors. The next wave of catalysts
11 January 2026
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BAE Systems stock ends near 52-week high as Trump payout order sharpens focus on buybacks

BAE Systems stock ends near 52-week high as Trump payout order sharpens focus on buybacks

London, Jan 11, 2026, 0806 GMT — The market has closed. BAE Systems plc shares closed Friday 1.5% higher at 2,053 pence, holding close to a 52-week peak. Investors balanced fresh U.S. scrutiny over contractor payments with discussions of expanded military budgets. The stock’s recent surge places it in a range where even minor policy tweaks and changes in cash returns can sharply sway sentiment. BAE, which sells extensively in the United States, has seen capital returns play a key role in its story. London’s market is closed Sunday, setting the stage for Monday’s open to deliver a fresh take
11 January 2026
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Rio Tinto stock slips on Glencore merger talks as Feb 5 takeover clock looms

Rio Tinto stock slips on Glencore merger talks as Feb 5 takeover clock looms

London, Jan 11, 2026, 07:53 (GMT) — Market closed. Shares of Rio Tinto plc fell 3.0% to 6,006 pence on Friday, as investors mulled over a potential deal with Glencore, whose stock jumped roughly 10% that day. (Hargreaves Lansdown) These talks are significant as they revive a rare chance for a major merger in the sector. Reuters estimates the combined market value of the two companies at around $207 billion, surpassing BHP. Richard Hatch from Berenberg noted that BHP was “the most likely interloper” should the deal move forward. (Reuters) Rio has until Feb. 5 to either declare a firm
11 January 2026
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Genting Singapore stock (SGX:G13) holds S$0.73 as funds turn sellers; Feb 19 earnings loom

Genting Singapore stock (SGX:G13) holds S$0.73 as funds turn sellers; Feb 19 earnings loom

Singapore, Jan 11, 2026, 15:44 SGT — Market closed Genting Singapore closed Friday up 0.7% at S$0.73, though early-2026 trading figures reveal institutions have been net sellers of the casino operator’s shares. The stock traded at S$0.725 just one session earlier, per pricing data. (Yahoo Finance) This is significant since the year’s opening week usually shapes positioning, and Genting stands out as a liquid consumer stock amid a market where major funds continue to drive daily swings. A net institutional outflow indicates these investors sold more shares than they picked up. The timing feels off on the calendar. Investors are
11 January 2026
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Glencore stock jumps on Rio Tinto merger talks — three key dates traders now track

Glencore stock jumps on Rio Tinto merger talks — three key dates traders now track

LONDON, Jan 11, 2026, 07:53 GMT — The market has closed. Glencore’s shares surged 9.6% on Friday, closing at 452.65 pence amid growing speculation that takeover discussions with Rio Tinto might soon solidify. During the session, the stock fluctuated between 437.90 and 459.00 pence. (Investing.com) The companies confirmed they are in early talks about potentially combining parts or all of their businesses, possibly through an all-share merger—meaning a stock-for-stock deal instead of cash. Rio has until 5 p.m. London time on Feb. 5 to either declare a firm intention to make an offer or step back, according to Rule 2.6
11 January 2026
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City Developments (C09.SI) stock in focus after CDP A-List streak — what could move CDL shares next

City Developments (C09.SI) stock in focus after CDP A-List streak — what could move CDL shares next

Singapore, Jan 11, 2026, 15:36 SGT — Market closed City Developments Ltd maintained its place on the CDP “A List” for climate change and water security, the company announced in a sustainability update on Friday. It also earned an EcoVadis Gold medal. Shares closed flat at S$8.87. (SGX Links) The timing is key as Singapore developers kicked off 2026 with a notable rally, drawing in new capital after a tough run for rate-sensitive stocks. City Developments stood out, registering one of the largest net institutional inflows during the first five trading days, according to The Business Times. (The Business Times)
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Rolls-Royce stock just hit a fresh high — here’s what matters before Monday

Rolls-Royce stock just hit a fresh high — here’s what matters before Monday

London, Jan 11, 2026, 07:55 GMT — The market has closed. Rolls-Royce shares closed Friday at a fresh high, up 1.65% to 1,293.5 pence, pushing their strong streak into 2026. The stock ticked even higher during the day, reaching 1,296.5p. (Investing.com) The jump matters heading into Monday, having lifted the stock well beyond recent ranges despite no new company announcements. Investors now seem focused on positioning and upcoming catalysts. Trading volume on Friday came in below average, MarketWatch data shows, suggesting the rally isn’t backed by heavy selling or buying activity. (MarketWatch) Rolls-Royce remains active on the buyback front. On
11 January 2026
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Keppel stock: Feb 5 results date is set — what BN4 investors watch after Friday’s dip

Keppel stock: Feb 5 results date is set — what BN4 investors watch after Friday’s dip

SINGAPORE, Jan 11, 2026, 15:34 SGT — Market closed Keppel Ltd said it will report second-half and full-year 2025 results before the market opens on Feb. 5, an exchange filing showed on Friday. The group’s listed REITs are due to release results ahead of that date. Keppel shares last closed down 0.66% at S$10.47 on Friday. (SG Investors) The timetable gives investors a fixed marker after a strong stretch for the stock and sets up the next test of Keppel’s pivot to fee-based businesses. The company describes itself as a global asset manager and operator, with businesses spanning infrastructure, real
11 January 2026
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Sembcorp Industries stock slips to S$5.99 as Alinta deal nears key dates

Sembcorp Industries stock slips to S$5.99 as Alinta deal nears key dates

Singapore, Jan 11, 2026, 15:33 SGT — Market closed. Sembcorp Industries Ltd shares ended Friday down 0.66%, closing at S$5.99 after fluctuating between S$5.96 and S$6.03 during the day. Since the start of 2026, the stock has fallen roughly 1.5%, with around 4.5 million shares traded on Friday. The Singapore market was closed over the weekend, leaving the stock stuck near S$6 as Monday’s session approaches. All eyes remain on a major corporate event that could change the narrative. Sembcorp plans to acquire Australia’s Alinta Energy in a deal valued at A$6.5 billion (S$5.6 billion) on an enterprise value basis,
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Stock Market Today

IAG share price jumps toward a 52-week peak — what to watch before London reopens

IAG share price jumps toward a 52-week peak — what to watch before London reopens

7 February 2026
IAG shares rose 4.33% to 438.50 pence Friday, near their 52-week high, ahead of full-year results due later this month. The company reported 162,073,135 treasury shares and total voting rights of 4,565,128,012. Brent crude fell 2.2% Thursday to $67.93 a barrel. South Europe Ground Services logged 712,340 operations in 2025 and seeks approval to operate in Portugal.
Binance scoops up 3,600 more Bitcoin for SAFU as BTC whipsaws after brutal selloff

Binance scoops up 3,600 more Bitcoin for SAFU as BTC whipsaws after brutal selloff

7 February 2026
Binance bought 3,600 bitcoin for its Secure Asset Fund, bringing its holdings to 6,230 BTC after bitcoin rebounded above $70,000 following a sharp drop. The broader crypto market lost about $2 trillion since October, with $1 billion in leveraged bitcoin positions liquidated in 24 hours. Strategy reported a wider Q4 loss as bitcoin fell. Gemini will cut up to 200 jobs and exit the UK, EU, and Australia.
Halma share price: Friday’s lift sets up what investors watch next week

Halma share price: Friday’s lift sets up what investors watch next week

7 February 2026
Halma shares closed up 0.7% at 3,548 pence on Friday, valuing the group at about £13.4 billion. The Bank of England held rates at 3.75% in a split vote, keeping rate-cut speculation in focus. Halma’s next trading update is set for March 12. The FTSE 100 ended the week up 0.6%, lifted by bank stocks.
Diageo share price slips into the weekend as investors eye Feb. 25 results

Diageo share price slips into the weekend as investors eye Feb. 25 results

7 February 2026
Diageo shares closed down 1.48% at 1,760 pence on Friday, trailing a 0.59% gain in the FTSE 100. An updated analyst consensus points to a 2.0% fall in first-half organic net sales ahead of interim results due Feb. 25. Trading volume was light, and the stock remains over 22% below its 52-week high.
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