Today: 10 March 2026

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.

Rio Tinto plc Stock (RIO): Latest News, Share Price Drivers, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

Rio Tinto plc Stock (RIO): Latest News, Share Price Drivers, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025)

Rio Tinto plc shares hit a 52-week high of £59.82 in London and closed near $80.89 on the NYSE ADR as of Dec. 24, 2025. The stock gained on record copper prices above $12,000 and a company strategy reset under CEO Simon Trott. Investors are weighing new lithium expansion, updated operational guidance, and ongoing legal and governance issues. Trading reflects pre-holiday activity due to the Dec. 25 market closure.
25 December 2025
Apple CEO Tim Cook Buys $3 Million in Nike Stock, Doubling Stake as Turnaround Pressure Mounts

Apple CEO Tim Cook Buys $3 Million in Nike Stock, Doubling Stake as Turnaround Pressure Mounts

Apple CEO Tim Cook bought 50,000 shares of Nike Class B stock for about $2.95 million on Dec. 22, nearly doubling his holdings, according to an SEC filing. The news, disclosed Dec. 24, sent Nike shares up 4.6% after a sharp decline following its earnings report. Cook is Nike’s lead independent director. Nike stock had fallen nearly 13% since Dec. 18 before the rebound.
25 December 2025
HSBC Holdings Plc Stock (HSBA, HSBC): Latest December 2025 News, Analyst Forecasts, and the 2026 Catalysts Investors Are Watching

HSBC Holdings Plc Stock (HSBA, HSBC): Latest December 2025 News, Analyst Forecasts, and the 2026 Catalysts Investors Are Watching

HSBC shares last traded at 1,175.40p in London and $79.58 in New York on Dec. 24, before markets closed for Christmas. The bank named Ida Liu as CEO of its private banking unit, and Ann Godbehere will retire from the board after the 2026 AGM. HSBC’s $13.6 billion bid to privatize Hang Seng Bank advanced after an independent committee backed the offer.
25 December 2025
London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Stock: Latest Buyback Updates, AI Partnerships and Analyst Forecasts as of 25 December 2025

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Stock: Latest Buyback Updates, AI Partnerships and Analyst Forecasts as of 25 December 2025

London Stock Exchange Group last traded at 8,874p in a shortened session on 24 December 2025 before UK markets closed for Christmas. LSEG reported buying 56,183 shares on 23 December at an average 8,899.82p as part of its ongoing £1 billion buyback, with shares to be cancelled. The programme is set to run into early 2026. LSEG’s 52-week range stands at 8,096p to 12,185p.
25 December 2025
United Kingdom Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Holiday Pause, BP Castrol Deal and 2026 Outlook (25 Dec 2025)

United Kingdom Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Holiday Pause, BP Castrol Deal and 2026 Outlook (25 Dec 2025)

The London Stock Exchange is closed for Christmas and Boxing Day, with trading set to resume after the long weekend. The FTSE 100 slipped 0.2% in a quiet half-day session on Christmas Eve. BP agreed to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for about $6 billion, valuing Castrol at $10.1 billion. The Bank of England recently cut rates to 3.75%.
25 December 2025
Electronic Arts Shareholders Approve $55 Billion Saudi PIF-Led Takeover: What Happens Next as EA Moves Toward Going Private

Electronic Arts Shareholders Approve $55 Billion Saudi PIF-Led Takeover: What Happens Next as EA Moves Toward Going Private

Electronic Arts shareholders approved a $55 billion all-cash buyout led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, with 201.5 million votes in favor and 1.9 million against. The deal, at $210 per share, now awaits regulatory review in the U.S. and other major markets. If approved, PIF will control about 93% of EA.
Castrol India Stock in Focus on 25 Dec 2025: Open Offer at ₹194.04 After BP Sells Castrol Stake to Stonepeak

Castrol India Stock in Focus on 25 Dec 2025: Open Offer at ₹194.04 After BP Sells Castrol Stake to Stonepeak

BP agreed to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for $10.1 billion, triggering a mandatory open offer for up to 26% of Castrol India at ₹194.04 per share. CPP Investments will invest up to $1.05 billion for an indirect stake. Castrol India shares jumped 9% to ₹202.40 on December 24 after the news. The transaction is expected to close by end-2026, pending regulatory approvals.
Hindustan Zinc Share Price Today (25 Dec 2025): HINDZINC Rallies to Fresh Highs on Silver Surge — Latest News, Results, and Analyst Targets

Hindustan Zinc Share Price Today (25 Dec 2025): HINDZINC Rallies to Fresh Highs on Silver Surge — Latest News, Results, and Analyst Targets

Hindustan Zinc shares closed at ₹624.85 on December 24, up 2.47%, near a 52-week high as silver prices surged. The company reported 2Q FY26 revenue of ₹8,549 crore and profit after tax of ₹2,649 crore. Refined saleable silver output reached 144 tonnes for the quarter. Indian markets were closed December 25 for Christmas.
25 December 2025
Vedanta Limited Share Price Today: VEDL Near 52-Week High as Demerger Countdown Fuels Fresh Stock Forecasts for 2026

Vedanta Limited Share Price Today: VEDL Near 52-Week High as Demerger Countdown Fuels Fresh Stock Forecasts for 2026

Vedanta shares closed at ₹598.15 on December 24, just below a 52-week high, as markets shut for Christmas on December 25. The National Company Law Tribunal has approved Vedanta’s plan to split into five listed entities, with the power unit’s order still pending. CRISIL kept some ratings on “Watch Developing” citing unresolved details on debt and asset allocation. Vedanta aims to complete the demerger by March 2026.
Meesho Limited Stock (NSE: MEESHO, BSE: 544632) on Dec 25, 2025: Latest Share Price, Post-IPO Whiplash, and Analyst Targets

Meesho Limited Stock (NSE: MEESHO, BSE: 544632) on Dec 25, 2025: Latest Share Price, Post-IPO Whiplash, and Analyst Targets

Meesho shares closed near ₹197 on December 24, about 77% above the IPO price of ₹111, after a volatile two-week run. The stock hit highs near ₹255 and lows around ₹154, following a heavily oversubscribed IPO and sharp post-listing swings. Recent sessions saw steep corrections and price bands triggered as the market reassessed risk. Investors remain focused on whether the volatility signals routine new listing dynamics or deeper concerns.
HDFC Bank Share Price Today: Q3 FY26 Results Date, Latest News, Analyst Targets and Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025)

HDFC Bank Share Price Today: Q3 FY26 Results Date, Latest News, Analyst Targets and Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025)

HDFC Bank stock closed at ₹997.2 on December 24, about 2%–3% below its 52-week high, with markets shut for Christmas on December 25. The bank’s board will meet January 17 to approve Q3 FY26 results, and trading in its shares is restricted for insiders from December 25 to January 19. Recent news includes regulatory approval for increased exposure to IndusInd Bank and overseas liquidity moves.
25 December 2025
Shriram Finance Share Price Outlook: MUFG’s ₹39,618 Crore Stake Deal, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Next (Dec 25, 2025)

Shriram Finance Share Price Outlook: MUFG’s ₹39,618 Crore Stake Deal, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Next (Dec 25, 2025)

Japan’s MUFG will buy a 20% stake in Shriram Finance for ₹39,618 crore, marking the largest cross-border investment in India’s financial sector, according to Reuters. Shriram Finance shares closed at ₹974 on December 24, hitting a 52-week high of ₹983.70 before markets shut for Christmas. MUFG will also pay a $200 million non-compete fee to Shriram Ownership Trust, pending shareholder approval.
25 December 2025
India Stock Market Today (25 December 2025): NSE, BSE Closed for Christmas; Sensex, Nifty Snap a Winning Streak, RBI Liquidity Boost in Focus, Friday Outlook

India Stock Market Today (25 December 2025): NSE, BSE Closed for Christmas; Sensex, Nifty Snap a Winning Streak, RBI Liquidity Boost in Focus, Friday Outlook

India’s stock and commodity markets are closed Thursday, 25 December 2025, for Christmas, the year’s final scheduled trading holiday. The Sensex ended the previous session at 85,408.70, down 0.14%. Trading resumes Friday, 26 December. India VIX remains at historic lows, while the rupee’s 2025 decline is shaping outlooks for foreign flows.
25 December 2025
VIP Industries Share Price Today: VIPIND jumps after Multiples PE buys 26% from promoters; open-offer context, Q2 losses, and analyst targets (Dec 25, 2025)

VIP Industries Share Price Today: VIPIND jumps after Multiples PE buys 26% from promoters; open-offer context, Q2 losses, and analyst targets (Dec 25, 2025)

A 26% stake in VIP Industries changed hands in block deals on December 24, with Multiples PE funds and Samvibhag Securities buying shares at around ₹388 each, totaling over ₹1,400 crore. The stock closed up 11.6% at ₹408.05 after volatile trading. Sellers included existing promoters, who reduced their holdings sharply. The ₹388 price matches the ongoing open offer anchor set by SEBI.
25 December 2025
Hindustan Copper Share Price Today (Dec 25, 2025): HINDCOPPER Near ₹437 After a 15‑Year High—Copper Rally, LIC Stake Cut, Expansion Plans and 2026 Targets in Focus

Hindustan Copper Share Price Today (Dec 25, 2025): HINDCOPPER Near ₹437 After a 15‑Year High—Copper Rally, LIC Stake Cut, Expansion Plans and 2026 Targets in Focus

Hindustan Copper shares hit a multi-year high of ₹436.55 on December 24, 2025, marking their strongest level since 2010. The stock is up over 70% year-to-date, driven by a global copper rally, strong demand from EVs and AI, and supply constraints. Indian markets were closed December 25 for Christmas.
JBM Auto Share Price Today: JBMA Stock Jumps on Heavy Volume — What’s Driving the Move, Key Levels, and Analyst Targets (Dec 25, 2025)

JBM Auto Share Price Today: JBMA Stock Jumps on Heavy Volume — What’s Driving the Move, Key Levels, and Analyst Targets (Dec 25, 2025)

JBM Auto shares surged nearly 11% to close around ₹640 on December 24, 2025, amid a spike in trading volumes to about 38.8 million shares. Indian markets were closed December 25 for Christmas. The stock’s rally followed an exchange query on volume, with the company stating it had no undisclosed information. Trading resumes December 26.
Reliance Industries Share Price & Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025): Russian Oil Headlines, Jio IPO Watch, and Analyst Targets Above ₹1,700

Reliance Industries Share Price & Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025): Russian Oil Headlines, Jio IPO Watch, and Analyst Targets Above ₹1,700

Reliance Industries closed at ₹1,558.20 on Dec 24, down 0.80%, with markets shut Dec 25 for Christmas. Bloomberg reports Reliance resumed Russian oil imports from non-sanctioned suppliers for its Jamnagar refinery. Reuters says the company received a one-month US concession to buy Rosneft oil under “wind-down” terms. The stock remains near its 52-week high of ₹1,580.90.
OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) Outlook 2026: Record Highs, Dividend Upside, and the Risks Investors Should Watch (as of 25 Dec 2025)

OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) Outlook 2026: Record Highs, Dividend Upside, and the Risks Investors Should Watch (as of 25 Dec 2025)

OCBC shares closed at S$19.78 on 24 Dec 2025, near record highs after setting new peaks earlier in December. The rally has been driven by strong wealth management fee income and expectations of higher capital returns, despite falling interest margins. Bank of Singapore, OCBC’s private bank, reported assets under management above US$145 billion in Q3. Singapore markets were closed on 25 Dec for Christmas.
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