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Shan Ahmed Khan

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Natural Gas Price Today (22.12.2025): U.S. Futures Hover Near $4 as LNG Exports Stay Strong; Australia Unveils Gas Reservation Plan

Natural Gas Price Today (22.12.2025): U.S. Futures Hover Near $4 as LNG Exports Stay Strong; Australia Unveils Gas Reservation Plan

U.S. natural gas futures hovered near $4.11 per MMBtu Monday as traders weighed record production against milder weather forecasts and steady LNG exports. European benchmark gas prices stayed in the high-€20s per megawatt-hour. Australia unveiled a plan requiring LNG exporters to reserve gas for domestic use. U.S. gas demand is projected to drop sharply in the next two weeks, according to LSEG data.
22 December 2025
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AI Stocks Today (22.12.2025): Nvidia’s China Chip Pivot, Micron’s AI Memory Boom, Broadcom Margin Jitters, and Oracle’s TikTok Surprise

AI Stocks Today (22.12.2025): Nvidia’s China Chip Pivot, Micron’s AI Memory Boom, Broadcom Margin Jitters, and Oracle’s TikTok Surprise

U.S. officials have begun reviewing license applications that could allow Nvidia to ship H200 AI chips to China, Reuters reports. The move follows President Trump’s statement supporting conditional exports with a 25% fee, reversing previous restrictions. Asian tech shares rose and U.S. futures edged higher as investors rotated back into AI stocks ahead of the holiday week.
22 December 2025
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US Stock Market Today (22.12.2025): Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Edge Higher as AI Rebounds and Gold Breaks $4,400

US Stock Market Today (22.12.2025): Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Edge Higher as AI Rebounds and Gold Breaks $4,400

U.S. stock futures rose early Monday, following Friday’s gains led by AI and tech shares. The Dow closed at 48,134.89, up 0.38%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also advanced. Gold hit a record $4,420 per ounce and silver reached $69.44, both surging year-to-date. Investors await key U.S. economic data Tuesday amid thin holiday trading.
22 December 2025
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Shell Plc Stock (SHEL, SHEL.L) Today: Buybacks, Australia LNG Rules and 2026 Oil Oversupply Fears Dominate the Outlook on Dec. 22, 2025

Shell Plc Stock (SHEL, SHEL.L) Today: Buybacks, Australia LNG Rules and 2026 Oil Oversupply Fears Dominate the Outlook on Dec. 22, 2025

Shell closed at £27.03 on Dec. 19, outperforming the FTSE 100 as buybacks and dividends drew buyers. Australia announced a gas reservation plan affecting Shell’s QCLNG from 2027, raising supply concerns. Oil’s geopolitical premium faded in 2025, with the IEA projecting a 2026 oversupply, pressuring Shell’s margins and valuation.
22 December 2025
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Standard Chartered PLC Stock (LSE: STAN) on 22 Dec 2025: Buyback Nears $1B, Blockchain Treasury Push, and Diverging 2026 Price Targets

Standard Chartered PLC Stock (LSE: STAN) on 22 Dec 2025: Buyback Nears $1B, Blockchain Treasury Push, and Diverging 2026 Price Targets

Standard Chartered closed near 1,792p in London on 22 December, close to its 52-week high, with a market cap of about £40.6bn. The bank disclosed it bought back 458,902 shares at an average 1,789.47p, bringing cumulative buybacks to roughly $996.4m. Shares in issue will drop to 2,265,711,794. The current buyback program is authorized up to $1.3bn through January 2026.
22 December 2025
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BP PLC Stock Outlook (Dec. 22, 2025): New CEO Meg O’Neill, Buybacks, and 2026 Oil Price Forecasts Put BP Shares in Focus

BP PLC Stock Outlook (Dec. 22, 2025): New CEO Meg O’Neill, Buybacks, and 2026 Oil Price Forecasts Put BP Shares in Focus

BP confirmed Meg O’Neill will become CEO on April 1, 2026, following Murray Auchincloss’s abrupt exit. Shares traded at 424.5p in London and $33.94 in New York as of December 22. The board is pushing for tighter cost controls and asset sales amid persistent takeover speculation. BP is running active share buybacks while oil prices remain range-bound.
22 December 2025
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Rolls-Royce Holdings plc Stock (LSE: RR.) on 22 December 2025: Buybacks, Defence Momentum, SMR Tailwinds—and What Analysts Forecast Next

Rolls-Royce Holdings plc Stock (LSE: RR.) on 22 December 2025: Buybacks, Defence Momentum, SMR Tailwinds—and What Analysts Forecast Next

Rolls-Royce Holdings shares traded near 1,166p on Monday, close to 52-week highs after a sharp rally. On 16 December, the company announced a new interim share buyback of up to £200 million, set to run from 2 January to 24 February 2026. The buyback follows a £1 billion programme completed in November. Full-year results are due 26 February.
22 December 2025
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HSBC Holdings Plc Stock Today (22 December 2025): Shares Steady Near Highs as Analyst Upgrades, Hang Seng Buyout and Legal Headlines Shape the 2026 Outlook

HSBC Holdings Plc Stock Today (22 December 2025): Shares Steady Near Highs as Analyst Upgrades, Hang Seng Buyout and Legal Headlines Shape the 2026 Outlook

HSBC shares traded at 1167.00p in London, HK$121.00 in Hong Kong, and $77.92 in New York as of 07:43 GMT on December 22, 2025. The stock’s momentum follows broker upgrades, expectations of rate cuts, and HSBC’s plan to privatize Hang Seng Bank. Regulatory and litigation issues remain in focus. HSBC declares dividends in US dollars, with currency options for shareholders.
22 December 2025
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Unilever PLC Stock (ULVR, UL) News and Forecasts on Dec. 22, 2025: Post–Magnum Spin-Off Outlook, Analyst Targets, and Key Risks

Unilever PLC Stock (ULVR, UL) News and Forecasts on Dec. 22, 2025: Post–Magnum Spin-Off Outlook, Analyst Targets, and Key Risks

Unilever completed the demerger of its ice cream business, now The Magnum Ice Cream Company, and consolidated shares at an 8-for-9 ratio. As of Dec. 22, shareholders began receiving TMICC share statements and fractional cash payments. Citadel disclosed a £50 million short position against Magnum. Unilever retains a 19.9% stake in the spun-off company.
22 December 2025
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DCC Plc Stock (LSE: DCC) Update on Dec. 22, 2025: £600m Tender Offer Buyback Completed, Shares Cancelled, and Analysts’ 2026 Outlook

DCC Plc Stock (LSE: DCC) Update on Dec. 22, 2025: £600m Tender Offer Buyback Completed, Shares Cancelled, and Analysts’ 2026 Outlook

DCC Plc completed a £600 million tender-offer buyback, purchasing and cancelling 11,605,415 shares—about 12% of its issued share capital—at £51.70 per share. The offer closed fully subscribed on 17 December 2025. DCC’s share count with voting rights now stands at 85,423,097. Shares traded around 4,914p on 22 December, below the buyback price.
22 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Braces for a Softer Open as UK GDP Holds at 0.1% and Commodities Hit Fresh Records (22 December 2025)

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Braces for a Softer Open as UK GDP Holds at 0.1% and Commodities Hit Fresh Records (22 December 2025)

FTSE 100 futures pointed down about 0.2% on Monday, after the index closed last week at 9,897.42, its best week since October. UK GDP grew 0.1% in Q3, unchanged, with Q2 revised to 0.2%. The current account deficit narrowed to £12.1bn, but the trade deficit excluding precious metals widened to £4.6bn. Trading volumes are thinning ahead of the holidays.
22 December 2025
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GE Vernova T&D India Share Price Surges on 2,500 MW HVDC Order: Latest News, Brokerage Targets, and Stock Outlook (Dec 22, 2025)

GE Vernova T&D India Share Price Surges on 2,500 MW HVDC Order: Latest News, Brokerage Targets, and Stock Outlook (Dec 22, 2025)

GE Vernova T&D India shares surged up to 10% intraday on December 22, 2025, after securing a multi-year contract from AESL Projects Limited for a 2,500 MW, ±500 kV HVDC terminal to evacuate renewable power from Khavda to South Olpad. Nuvama Wealth Management estimated the order at ₹8,000–₹10,000 crore, with execution over three to four years.
22 December 2025
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Lenskart Solutions Limited Stock Today (22 December 2025): Share Price, Macquarie’s ₹530 Target, Morgan Stanley View, and Fresh Forecasts

Lenskart Solutions Limited Stock Today (22 December 2025): Share Price, Macquarie’s ₹530 Target, Morgan Stanley View, and Fresh Forecasts

Lenskart shares traded around ₹475–₹478 mid-day on December 22, after swinging between ₹454.65 and ₹495.00. Macquarie started coverage with an “Outperform” rating and ₹530 target, citing margin potential, while Morgan Stanley initiated at “Equal-weight” with a ₹445 target, highlighting valuation concerns. The stock is up about 14% over the past month. Market cap stands near ₹81,000–₹82,000 crore.
22 December 2025
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Reliance Industries Share Price Today (Dec 22, 2025): RIL Stock Near 52-Week High as Analysts Turn Bullish on 2026 Catalysts

Reliance Industries Share Price Today (Dec 22, 2025): RIL Stock Near 52-Week High as Analysts Turn Bullish on 2026 Catalysts

Reliance Industries traded near ₹1,568–₹1,572 by midday Monday, just below its 52-week high of ₹1,581. The stock edged up about 0.2% as S&P upgraded its US dollar notes to ‘A-’ earlier this month. Market cap stands near ₹20.89 lakh crore. December brought a surge in upgrades and news across AI, telecom, retail, and energy.
22 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

RELX share price slides again on AI worries; what to watch ahead of Feb 12 results

RELX share price slides again on AI worries; what to watch ahead of Feb 12 results

8 February 2026
RELX shares fell 4.6% to 2,145p on Friday, near a 52-week low, despite the FTSE 100 closing higher. The company disclosed a new buyback of 465,361 shares on Feb. 6 and has repurchased over 8.8 million shares since Jan. 2. Investors await RELX’s full-year 2025 results on Feb. 12 amid concerns over AI’s impact on its core business.
Glencore shares steady after Rio walks away — what to watch before Monday’s trade

Glencore shares steady after Rio walks away — what to watch before Monday’s trade

8 February 2026
Glencore shares closed up 0.6% at 478.10 pence Friday after Rio Tinto ended merger talks, issuing a “no intention to bid” statement. Glencore’s board rejected the proposed deal terms, citing concerns over valuation and governance. Attention now turns to possible asset sales, including its $5 billion Kazzinc stake, ahead of Glencore’s annual results on Feb. 18.
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