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PLS Group Limited (ASX:PLS) Stock Surges on Lithium Rally: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

PLS Group Limited (ASX:PLS) Stock Surges on Lithium Rally: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

PLS Group Limited shares rose about 5% to A$4.08 on Wednesday after upbeat analyst reports flagged stronger demand for electric vehicles and battery storage. JPMorgan raised its price target for PLS to A$4.80. Liontown and Mineral Resources also posted strong gains. Morgan Stanley cited 6% November growth in China’s battery EV market and a 29% year-to-date increase.
17 December 2025
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Westpac (ASX: WBC) Share Price Today: Rate Outlook Shock, NZ Capital Rule Shift, and What Analysts Forecast on 17 December 2025

Westpac (ASX: WBC) Share Price Today: Rate Outlook Shock, NZ Capital Rule Shift, and What Analysts Forecast on 17 December 2025

Westpac shares traded near A$38.42 on Wednesday afternoon, down slightly from Tuesday’s A$38.48 close. The bank withdrew its forecast for RBA rate cuts in 2026, now expecting rates to stay on hold through next year. New Zealand’s central bank confirmed new capital rules affecting Australian-owned banks, including Westpac.
17 December 2025
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ANZ Share Price Today: Key News, Dividend Outlook and Analyst Forecasts for ANZ Group Holdings (ASX: ANZ) on 17 December 2025

ANZ Share Price Today: Key News, Dividend Outlook and Analyst Forecasts for ANZ Group Holdings (ASX: ANZ) on 17 December 2025

ANZ launched Bank@Post with Australia Post on 17 December, adding banking access at over 3,300 Post Offices. ANZ shares traded near A$36.08 late in the day, below the 52-week high of A$38.85. The bank forecasts customers will spend A$5.1 billion during the upcoming holiday period, up 4.7% from last year. Investors remain focused on regulatory changes in New Zealand and ongoing governance issues.
17 December 2025
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Fortescue Ltd (ASX:FMG) Stock: Share Price Jumps as Alta Copper Deal, “Green Iron” Push and 2026 Iron Ore Forecasts Collide (Dec. 17, 2025)

Fortescue Ltd (ASX:FMG) Stock: Share Price Jumps as Alta Copper Deal, “Green Iron” Push and 2026 Iron Ore Forecasts Collide (Dec. 17, 2025)

Fortescue shares closed at A$22.42 on Dec. 17, 2025, near a 52-week high and about 4% below the Dec. 11 peak. The company agreed to buy the remaining 64% of Alta Copper for C$1.40 per share, valuing Alta at about C$139 million. The deal gives Fortescue full control of the Cañariaco Copper Project in Peru. Analysts’ targets suggest market caution on iron ore prices for 2026.
17 December 2025
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Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts on Dec. 17, 2025

Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts on Dec. 17, 2025

Woodside Energy Group Ltd stock is back in the spotlight on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, as energy markets swing between “lower-for-longer” oil anxiety and headline-driven spikes. Investors are tracking three near-term forces in particular: oil-price volatility, industrial action risk at Pluto LNG Train 2, and Woodside’s capital-heavy global expansion (from Australia to the U.S. Gulf of Mexico and Louisiana LNG). Below is a roundup of the most relevant news, forecasts and analysis available as of Dec. 17, 2025, plus what they could mean for Woodside’s share price in the weeks ahead. Woodside share price today: WDS slips as the energy
17 December 2025
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Brambles Limited (ASX: BXB) Stock Update: Buy-Back Progress, New Share Quotations, and the Latest Analyst Forecasts (17 December 2025)

Brambles Limited (ASX: BXB) Stock Update: Buy-Back Progress, New Share Quotations, and the Latest Analyst Forecasts (17 December 2025)

Brambles bought back 301,596 shares on 16 December 2025 for A$6.86 million, averaging A$22.76 per share. The company has repurchased 11,483,588 shares in FY26 to date. Brambles also lodged two small share issuances under employee incentive plans. Shares traded at A$22.78, with a 52-week range of A$18.65 to A$26.93.
17 December 2025
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) stock: share price slips on 17 December 2025 as rate-hike talk returns — forecasts, catalysts and risks

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) stock: share price slips on 17 December 2025 as rate-hike talk returns — forecasts, catalysts and risks

Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares fell 1.1% to A$153.42 by 15:15 AEDT Wednesday, tracking a weaker ASX session as investors reacted to a higher inflation forecast in Australia’s MYEFO. The S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.3% and financials dropped nearly 1%, with CBA down about 20% from its June 2025 high.
17 December 2025
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Park Medi World IPO Listing 17 December 2025: Shares Debut at Discount on BSE, NSE Despite Strong Subscription — Key Numbers, GMP Signals, and Allotment Check Steps

Park Medi World IPO Listing 17 December 2025: Shares Debut at Discount on BSE, NSE Despite Strong Subscription — Key Numbers, GMP Signals, and Allotment Check Steps

Park Medi World shares listed below their ₹162 IPO price on December 17, opening at ₹155.60 on the BSE and ₹158.80 on the NSE despite the offer being oversubscribed eight times. Early trading saw the stock recover above listing price, with market capitalization at debut around ₹6,720 crore. A weak grey market premium and valuation concerns weighed on sentiment.
17 December 2025
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Indian Overseas Bank OFS on Dec 17, 2025: Government Sells Up to 3% Stake at ₹34 Floor Price; Retail Bidding Opens Dec 18

Indian Overseas Bank OFS on Dec 17, 2025: Government Sells Up to 3% Stake at ₹34 Floor Price; Retail Bidding Opens Dec 18

India’s government launched a two-day Offer for Sale in Indian Overseas Bank on Dec. 17, offering up to 3% equity at a floor price of ₹34 per share. IOB shares fell 3–4% intraday as the discounted sale opened for non-retail investors. The government aims to raise up to ₹1,964 crore if the full 3% is sold. The Centre currently holds 94.61% in IOB.
17 December 2025
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Indian Stock Market Today (Dec 17, 2025): Nifty 50 Hovers Near 25,900 as RBI Supports Rupee; Axis Bank, HDFC Bank and Meesho in Focus

Indian Stock Market Today (Dec 17, 2025): Nifty 50 Hovers Near 25,900 as RBI Supports Rupee; Axis Bank, HDFC Bank and Meesho in Focus

Mumbai — Indian markets opened Wednesday, December 17, 2025, on a cautious note after a volatile week in which the rupee’s slide, persistent foreign selling, and uncertainty over an India–U.S. trade agreement kept risk appetite in check. The day’s early tone was defined by two cross-currents: the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) aggressive pushback that helped the rupee rebound from record lows, and continued investor nerves around capital flows and macro headwinds. Reuters+1 While benchmark indices steadied in early trade, attention remained firmly on stock-specific stories—especially Axis Bank after a sharp sell-off tied to margin outlook concerns, HDFC Bank after
17 December 2025
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Gold Price Today in India (December 17, 2025): 24K, 22K, 18K Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai; MCX Near Record as Spot Gold Holds Above $4,300

Gold Price Today in India (December 17, 2025): 24K, 22K, 18K Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai; MCX Near Record as Spot Gold Holds Above $4,300

Gold steadied above $4,300 an ounce globally on Wednesday, with spot prices near $4,312–$4,322 amid mixed U.S. labor data and a softer dollar. In India, 24K gold rose to about ₹13,451 per gram, rebounding after a prior dip. MCX February futures touched ₹1,35,150 per 10 grams before turning volatile. Silver also surged, adding to precious-metals market swings.
17 December 2025
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Shakti Pumps Share Price Swings After ₹539 Crore Solar Pump Orders; Oswal Pumps and GK Energy Also Win Big MSEDCL Contracts

Shakti Pumps Share Price Swings After ₹539 Crore Solar Pump Orders; Oswal Pumps and GK Energy Also Win Big MSEDCL Contracts

Shakti Pumps (India) surged 45% in four sessions after winning solar irrigation orders worth ₹539 crore across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand. On December 17, the stock fell about 6% intraday as traders reacted to fresh MSEDCL contract news and a short-term surveillance tag. Oswal Pumps and GK Energy also secured major solar pump contracts, especially in Maharashtra.
17 December 2025
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Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Ends Lower as Rate-Hike Bets Rise, Gold Stocks Hit Records and Treasury Wine Slides (17 December 2025)

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Ends Lower as Rate-Hike Bets Rise, Gold Stocks Hit Records and Treasury Wine Slides (17 December 2025)

The S&P/ASX 200 closed down 0.21% at 8,580.7 on Wednesday, marking its third straight decline as investors reacted to higher inflation forecasts and shifting rate expectations. Treasury’s updated outlook lifted inflation projections to 3.75% for 2025–26, prompting major banks to warn of possible rate hikes next year. Trading volume reached about 445 million shares.
17 December 2025
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Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE) Stock Slides to 11-Year Low After 1H26 Earnings Outlook Cut, Buyback Cancellation and China/US Reset

Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE) Stock Slides to 11-Year Low After 1H26 Earnings Outlook Cut, Buyback Cancellation and China/US Reset

Treasury Wine Estates shares plunged up to 16.8% to A$4.57, their lowest since January 2015, after the company warned of weaker near-term earnings and cancelled the rest of its share buyback. The Penfolds owner guided 1H26 EBITS to A$225–A$235 million, citing excess inventory in China and the US, and ongoing pricing pressure from parallel imports.
17 December 2025
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Lumentum Stock (NASDAQ: LITE) Today: BofA Raises Price Target to $375 as AI Data Centers Tighten Laser Supply

Lumentum Stock (NASDAQ: LITE) Today: BofA Raises Price Target to $375 as AI Data Centers Tighten Laser Supply

Lumentum shares fell about 6% Tuesday, trading near $314.66 after opening at $334.75. Bank of America raised its price target to $375, citing strong demand for optical components, but kept a Neutral rating. The company added onsemi CFO Thad Trent to its board. Supply chain constraints in lasers, highlighted by TrendForce, are emerging as a key issue for the sector.
16 December 2025
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Structure Therapeutics (GPCR) Stock: Why Shares Are Sliding on Dec. 16, 2025 After Breakout Obesity Pill Data and a $747.5M Offering

Structure Therapeutics (GPCR) Stock: Why Shares Are Sliding on Dec. 16, 2025 After Breakout Obesity Pill Data and a $747.5M Offering

Structure Therapeutics shares fell about 6% to $60.73 Tuesday, swinging between $58.95 and $65.69 intraday after recent gains. The drop followed positive Phase 2b results for its oral obesity drug aleniglipron and a $747.5 million equity raise. Trading volume was below average, with some reports noting declines up to 9% during the session.
16 December 2025
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APA Corporation Stock (NASDAQ: APA) Slides on Oil Selloff: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 16, 2025)

APA Corporation Stock (NASDAQ: APA) Slides on Oil Selloff: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 16, 2025)

APA Corporation shares fell nearly 6% Tuesday, closing at $23.80–$23.83 after crude oil prices slid over 3% to a multi-year low. The stock now sits about 14% below its Dec. 5 high of $27.72. Trading volume was heavy, with APA among the session’s biggest decliners in the energy sector. Market analysts cited broader economic weakness and oil price pressure as key drivers.
16 December 2025
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Core Scientific Stock (NASDAQ: CORZ) Drops on Dec. 16, 2025: CoreWeave Data Center Delay, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching Next

Core Scientific Stock (NASDAQ: CORZ) Drops on Dec. 16, 2025: CoreWeave Data Center Delay, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching Next

Core Scientific, Inc. (NASDAQ: CORZ) stock slid sharply on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, as investors digested fresh reporting tied to the company’s fast-growing AI data center business—plus a broader wobble in “AI infrastructure” sentiment that’s been hitting anything connected to big-ticket compute buildouts. Shares of Core Scientific fell about 6.2% intraday to roughly $14.34, according to MarketBeat, with trading volume notably below the stock’s average daily pace—one of those days where the market isn’t just repricing, it’s rethinking. MarketBeat Below is what’s driving the move, what the latest forecasts and analyst price targets suggest, and the key milestones that could
16 December 2025
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Crescent Energy Company Stock (CRGY) Slides on Dec. 16 After Vital Energy Deal Closes — Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch

Crescent Energy Company Stock (CRGY) Slides on Dec. 16 After Vital Energy Deal Closes — Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch

Crescent Energy shares fell about 7% to $8.30 on December 16 after the company closed its all-stock acquisition of Vital Energy. Trading volume was elevated as investors reacted to the deal, despite Evercore ISI resuming coverage with an “Outperform” rating and a $13 price target. The stock underperformed both the broader market and the energy sector. Crescent plans to issue pro forma 2026 guidance with its next earnings report.
16 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

REA Group share price slides after $200m buyback plan — what ASX investors watch next

REA Group share price slides after $200m buyback plan — what ASX investors watch next

8 February 2026
REA Group shares fell 7.8% to A$168.10 after its half-year update showed a 6% rise in EBITDA and a 9% gain in core net profit, but a 24% drop in reported net profit. The company flagged softer listing volumes and announced a A$200 million buyback starting Feb. 23. Interim dividend is A$1.24 per share, ex-dividend March 3. Investors cited pressure from weaker listings and rising costs.
NAB share price in focus after Friday slide as rate rises and bank updates loom

NAB share price in focus after Friday slide as rate rises and bank updates loom

8 February 2026
National Australia Bank shares closed down 1.6% at A$43.36 on Friday after the S&P/ASX 200 fell nearly 2%, its worst session in almost a year. NAB, CBA, and Westpac will raise variable mortgage rates by 0.25% following the Reserve Bank’s hike to 3.85%. Key sector results are due from CBA on Feb. 11, Westpac on Feb. 13, and NAB on Feb. 18.
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