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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.

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Nvidia, Meta, ServiceNow, and the Data-Center Boom Collide With Chip Tariffs and Holiday Trading

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Nvidia, Meta, ServiceNow, and the Data-Center Boom Collide With Chip Tariffs and Holiday Trading

U.S. markets close early on Christmas Eve, with thin trading expected as AI stocks lead activity. Semiconductor tariffs on China, delayed until mid-2027, remain in focus for investors. The S&P 500 recently hit a record, driven by large-cap tech and AI-linked shares. Global equities show similar AI-fueled momentum, while precious metals also climbed.
24 December 2025
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Gold Price Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Spot Gold Smashes $4,500 to a Fresh Record as Safe‑Haven Demand SurgesGoldGold Price Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Spot Gold Smashes $4,500 to a Fresh Record as Safe‑Haven Demand Surges

Gold Price Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Spot Gold Smashes $4,500 to a Fresh Record as Safe‑Haven Demand SurgesGoldGold Price Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Spot Gold Smashes $4,500 to a Fresh Record as Safe‑Haven Demand Surges

Spot gold hit a record $4,525.19 per ounce on December 24, 2025, before slipping to around $4,481.90 as of 08:03 GMT, according to Reuters. U.S. gold futures hovered near $4,509.20. The surge came amid thin holiday trading, with investors citing safe-haven demand, expectations of U.S. rate cuts, and a weaker dollar. Silver, platinum, and palladium also rallied.
24 December 2025
Barclays PLC Stock (LSE: BARC) Near 52-Week High as Buyback Continues: News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 24, 2025)

Barclays PLC Stock (LSE: BARC) Near 52-Week High as Buyback Continues: News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 24, 2025)

Barclays announced on December 24 it repurchased nearly 1.92 million shares at prices between 465.85p and 473.05p, planning to cancel them. The bank’s shares hit a new 52-week high near 473p in thin holiday trading, with year lows around 223.75p. Since October, Barclays has bought back over 47 million shares. UK markets closed early for Christmas, contributing to reduced liquidity.
24 December 2025
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DCC Plc Stock Update (24 Dec 2025): £600m Tender Offer Buyback Completed, FTSE Index Changes Take Effect, and Analysts Forecast Upside

DCC Plc Stock Update (24 Dec 2025): £600m Tender Offer Buyback Completed, FTSE Index Changes Take Effect, and Analysts Forecast Upside

DCC Plc completed a £600 million tender offer buyback, cancelling about 12% of its issued share capital. FTSE Russell’s index updates reflecting the new share count took effect at the open on 24 December 2025. DCC shares traded at 4,726.00p, down 0.21% as of 08:17 GMT, with delayed intraday pricing. The tender offer strike price was £51.70 per share.
24 December 2025
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Glencore plc Stock (LON:GLEN) News and Forecasts on Dec. 24, 2025: Chevron Singapore Refinery Bid Talk, Analyst Targets, and Copper Tailwinds

Glencore plc Stock (LON:GLEN) News and Forecasts on Dec. 24, 2025: Chevron Singapore Refinery Bid Talk, Analyst Targets, and Copper Tailwinds

Glencore shares traded near 399p on December 24, close to their 52-week high, amid thin holiday volumes. Reuters reported Eneos is leading bids for Chevron’s 50% stake in a Singapore refinery, with Glencore expected to submit a bid. The refinery processes 290,000 barrels per day and is jointly owned with PetroChina. Glencore’s stock remains sensitive to commodity swings and deal speculation.
24 December 2025
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Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) Share Price on 24 December 2025: Latest News, 2026 Forecasts, Dividend Outlook and Key Risks

Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) Share Price on 24 December 2025: Latest News, 2026 Forecasts, Dividend Outlook and Key Risks

Lloyds Banking Group shares traded near 97.5p on December 24, 2025, close to their 52-week high and just below the key £1 mark. Trading volumes were thin ahead of the Christmas break, with the London Stock Exchange running a half-day. The stock’s outlook remains clouded by UK motor finance redress and the impact of Bank of England rate cuts. Lloyds has gained about 80% over the past year.
24 December 2025
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Rio Tinto Stock (RIO, RIO.L) News Today: Copper Hits Record High as Shares Hover Near 52-Week Peaks (Dec. 24, 2025)

Rio Tinto Stock (RIO, RIO.L) News Today: Copper Hits Record High as Shares Hover Near 52-Week Peaks (Dec. 24, 2025)

Rio Tinto shares closed flat at 5,995p in London and $80.97 in New York on Dec. 24, near annual highs, as copper prices surged past $12,000 per tonne. Holiday trading was thin, with few new company filings. CEO Simon Trott recently raised Rio’s 2025 copper production forecast to 860,000–875,000 tonnes, up from 780,000–850,000.
24 December 2025
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Shell Plc Stock News Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Buyback Update, Q4 Results Date, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Shell Plc Stock News Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Buyback Update, Q4 Results Date, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Shell reported new share buybacks on Dec. 23, purchasing 730,152 shares in London and 726,004 in Amsterdam for cancellation as part of its ongoing $3.5 billion repurchase program. The company’s U.S. shares closed at $73.07 and London shares at 2,702.00 GBp on Dec. 23. Shell’s next major update is scheduled for Jan. 8, 2026, with full Q4 results and dividend details due Feb. 5.
24 December 2025
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Unilever PLC Stock: UL and ULVR Share Price, Magnum Spin-Off Update, Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 24, 2025)

Unilever PLC Stock: UL and ULVR Share Price, Magnum Spin-Off Update, Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 24, 2025)

Unilever completed the demerger of its Ice Cream business, creating The Magnum Ice Cream Company, and consolidated shares at an 8-for-9 ratio in December. On Dec. 24, Unilever closed at 4,857.5p in London on thin holiday trading. Shareholders received one Magnum share for every five Unilever shares held. Unilever retains about 19.9% of Magnum for up to five years.
24 December 2025
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Anglo American plc Stock (LON: AAL) on Dec. 24, 2025: Teck Merger Momentum, Copper-Led Tailwinds, and the Next Big Catalysts

Anglo American plc Stock (LON: AAL) on Dec. 24, 2025: Teck Merger Momentum, Copper-Led Tailwinds, and the Next Big Catalysts

Anglo American shares closed at 2,993p in London on Dec. 23, up about 3% over five days, as copper hit a record $12,000/tonne. The company is advancing a $53 billion merger with Teck Resources and selling non-core assets to focus on copper and premium iron ore. Investors are watching regulatory steps for the merger and the impact of metals prices on earnings.
24 December 2025
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BP Sells 65% of Castrol to Stonepeak in $10.1 Billion Deal: Debt Reduction, New JV, and What Happens Next

BP Sells 65% of Castrol to Stonepeak in $10.1 Billion Deal: Debt Reduction, New JV, and What Happens Next

bp agreed to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for an enterprise value of about $10.1 billion, expecting net proceeds of $6.0 billion. bp will retain 35% in a new joint venture and may sell this after a two-year lock-up. CPP Investments will invest up to $1.05 billion for an indirect, non-controlling interest. The deal is expected to close by end-2026, pending regulatory approval.
24 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Today (24 December 2025): FTSE 100 Ends Flat in Christmas Eve Half‑Day as BP’s Castrol Sale, Strong Sterling and Record Metals Shape the Mood

UK Stock Market Today (24 December 2025): FTSE 100 Ends Flat in Christmas Eve Half‑Day as BP’s Castrol Sale, Strong Sterling and Record Metals Shape the Mood

The FTSE 100 closed nearly flat at 9,890.40, up 0.01%, in thin Christmas Eve trading. BP agreed to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for about $6 billion, valuing Castrol at $10.1 billion. The London Stock Exchange ended its session early at 12:30pm. Sterling rose above $1.35 while precious metals extended gains.
24 December 2025
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HSBC Holdings Plc Stock (HSBC, HSBA): Latest News, Forecasts and 2026 Outlook as Shares Hit Fresh High on Dec. 24, 2025

HSBC Holdings Plc Stock (HSBC, HSBA): Latest News, Forecasts and 2026 Outlook as Shares Hit Fresh High on Dec. 24, 2025

HSBC shares hit a 52-week high in London on Dec. 23, closing at £11.75, with lighter-than-usual trading ahead of Christmas. The bank announced Ida Liu, former Citi private banking chief, will join as CEO of private banking in January. A proposed Hang Seng Bank privatization is moving toward a vote. HSBC continues to invest in AI and automation amid shifting rate expectations.
24 December 2025
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Meesho Limited Share Price Today (24 December 2025): Stock Rebounds Near ₹195 After a Wild Post‑IPO Swing — News, Analyst Targets, Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next

Meesho Limited Share Price Today (24 December 2025): Stock Rebounds Near ₹195 After a Wild Post‑IPO Swing — News, Analyst Targets, Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next

Meesho shares rebounded about 4%–5% to trade near ₹195–₹197 intraday on 24 December, after plunging over 23% in the previous three sessions. The stock, listed just two weeks ago, saw steep swings amid low free float and recent short squeeze activity. Intraday prices ranged from ₹187.30 to ₹197.20, according to market trackers.
24 December 2025
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Vedanta Limited Share Price Today (24 Dec 2025): Demerger Tailwinds, Silver Surge, and Analyst Targets for VEDL Stock

Vedanta Limited Share Price Today (24 Dec 2025): Demerger Tailwinds, Silver Surge, and Analyst Targets for VEDL Stock

Vedanta shares rose about 2% to near ₹599 on December 24 after the NCLT approved its five-way demerger and silver prices hit record highs in India. Hindustan Zinc’s increased silver profits and strong demand for the metal lifted sentiment. Chairman Anil Agarwal highlighted silver’s industrial role. The demerger is set to complete by March 2026, with shareholders receiving one share in each new entity.
24 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • AI Data Center Build-Out Disrupts Key $1 Trillion Catalyst Driving Trump-Era Bull Market
    June 7, 2026, 11:40 AM EDT. The AI revolution, valued at $15.7 trillion by 2030, is reshaping markets but disrupting a crucial $1 trillion catalyst underpinning the Trump-era bull rally. President Trump's 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanently cut the U.S. corporate tax rate from 35% to 21%, fueling record $1 trillion-plus share buybacks by S&P 500 companies. These buybacks boosted earnings per share and supported equity gains, contributing to the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rallies of 57%, 70%, and 142% in his first term and further gains through 2026. However, rising investment in AI data center infrastructure is now cannibalizing capital once devoted to buybacks, potentially altering market dynamics. This shift highlights tensions between innovative growth sectors and traditional shareholder return strategies underpinning historic market highs.

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IREN’s $4.4 Billion AI Push in Focus After Stock Fallout

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7 June 2026
IREN shares plunged 12.14% to $54.35 Friday and slid further after hours, as investors weighed a $3.65 billion GPU financing deal and a new 800MW Australian data-center plan against ongoing bitcoin mining exposure and risks from crypto volatility, uncontracted AI revenue targets, and project execution hurdles.
Tesla Stock Under Pressure After JPMorgan Call and 6.6% Fall

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7 June 2026
Tesla plunged 6.56% to $391.00 Friday despite J.P. Morgan upgrading the stock and hiking its price target to $475, as a tech selloff and fears of higher interest rates outweighed optimism about Tesla’s robotaxi, robotics, and software ambitions, leaving investors to weigh execution risks and the looming SpaceX IPO over a closed weekend.
BlackBerry Moves After Volatile Stretch — What’s Next for BB

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7 June 2026
BlackBerry shares plunged 8.99% to $9.41 Friday amid a broad tech selloff, despite finishing the week up 4.6% as investors weigh strong QNX software growth against fears that the recent rally may have outpaced fundamentals ahead of June’s earnings update.
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Plug Power Stock Just Got Hit. Here’s What Could Move PLUG Next

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7 June 2026
Plug Power shares plunged 10.69% Friday to $3.215, now 18.6% below their May 29 close, just days before a June 11 shareholder vote on adding 25 million shares to its stock plan—a move that could dilute existing investors if issued—while recent $39.2 million in tax credit sales added financial flexibility amid sector-wide selloffs and growing concerns over cash flow, capital, and market volatility.
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