Today: 8 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.

UOB Share Price Today: United Overseas Bank (SGX: U11) Stock News, 2026 Forecasts and Key Risks to Watch on Dec. 22, 2025

UOB Share Price Today: United Overseas Bank (SGX: U11) Stock News, 2026 Forecasts and Key Risks to Watch on Dec. 22, 2025

UOB shares traded near S$34.71 in early afternoon on December 22, 2025, amid investor focus on credit costs and margin pressures tied to falling interest rates. A new interview showed UOB’s CEO emphasizing long-term ASEAN growth, with targets for Southeast Asia to contribute 30% of revenue in 2026. UOB’s stock has lagged local peers this year as concerns over property-linked credit and provisions persist.
22 December 2025
Vedanta Demerger Update Dec 22, 2025: NCLT Approval, 1:1 Share Entitlement, Dividend Signals and Silver Rally at Hindustan Zinc

Vedanta Demerger Update Dec 22, 2025: NCLT Approval, 1:1 Share Entitlement, Dividend Signals and Silver Rally at Hindustan Zinc

India’s National Company Law Tribunal has approved Vedanta Ltd’s revised demerger scheme, dismissing key objections and allowing the company to proceed with splitting into multiple listed entities. The order requires Vedanta to meet compliance steps within two months before the demerger takes effect. Hindustan Zinc shares hit record highs after a surge in silver prices, drawing investor focus to the group’s restructuring.
22 December 2025
OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) on 22 Dec 2025: Share Price Near Highs as Analysts Weigh Dividends, CEO Handover and 2026 Outlook

OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) on 22 Dec 2025: Share Price Near Highs as Analysts Weigh Dividends, CEO Handover and 2026 Outlook

OCBC shares closed at S$19.73 on Dec. 22, up 0.9%, after hitting an intraday high of S$19.89—matching the top of its 52-week range. Trading volume reached about 2.42 million shares. The bank reported 3Q25 net profit of S$1.98 billion and a net interest margin of 1.84%. Analyst consensus rates the stock a “Buy” with a 12-month target near S$19.29.
22 December 2025
DBS Group Holdings Ltd Stock (SGX:D05) on Dec. 22, 2025: Near Record Highs as Dividends, Buybacks and RMB Clearing Role Drive the 2026 Debate

DBS Group Holdings Ltd Stock (SGX:D05) on Dec. 22, 2025: Near Record Highs as Dividends, Buybacks and RMB Clearing Role Drive the 2026 Debate

DBS shares traded near a record high at S$55.70 on Dec. 22, 2025, following a new peak of S$56 set on Dec. 16. The bank was appointed Singapore’s second renminbi clearing bank on Dec. 15, supporting its transaction-banking push. DBS holds a market cap of about S$158 billion, with a trailing P/E near 14 and a dividend yield of roughly 4.3%.
Singapore Stock Market Today (Dec 22, 2025): STI Hits Record High as Global Risk-On Returns; Seatrium and CNMC in Focus

Singapore Stock Market Today (Dec 22, 2025): STI Hits Record High as Global Risk-On Returns; Seatrium and CNMC in Focus

Singapore’s Straits Times Index rose about 0.7% to around 4,601 on Monday, hitting record highs amid a tech-driven rebound in global markets. The gains came as investors navigated thin year-end liquidity, volatile currency and metals markets, and index changes taking effect. Regional equities also advanced, tracking Wall Street’s tech rally. Local corporate news and cross-asset moves influenced trading.
22 December 2025
Hindustan Zinc Surges to Fresh 52-Week High as Silver Prices Smash Records: What’s Driving the Rally and What Investors Watch Next

Hindustan Zinc Surges to Fresh 52-Week High as Silver Prices Smash Records: What’s Driving the Rally and What Investors Watch Next

Hindustan Zinc shares rose over 3% to a 52-week high of ₹606.70 on Monday, tracking a surge in silver prices. MCX silver futures hit record levels, with March contracts topping ₹2,14,275 per kg for the first time. Global spot silver reached an all-time high of $69.23 per ounce. The rally follows expectations of U.S. rate cuts and tightening supply in the silver market.
Ola Electric Share Price Today (Dec 22, 2025): Promoter Pledge Overhang Is Gone—So Why Are Analysts Still Cautious?

Ola Electric Share Price Today (Dec 22, 2025): Promoter Pledge Overhang Is Gone—So Why Are Analysts Still Cautious?

Ola Electric shares hovered near ₹34 in early trade Dec. 22 after founder Bhavish Aggarwal sold about 9.6 crore shares over three sessions, raising roughly ₹324 crore to clear a promoter-level loan. The sale released 3.93% pledged shares, reducing promoter pledges to zero. The promoter group’s stake dropped to 34.6% from 36.78%. The stock remains near 52-week lows after recent volatility.
22 December 2025
Ashok Leyland Share Price Hits All-Time High as Nomura Raises Target to ₹196; Traders Track Key Levels in Revathi Equipment

Ashok Leyland Share Price Hits All-Time High as Nomura Raises Target to ₹196; Traders Track Key Levels in Revathi Equipment

Ashok Leyland shares hit a record high near ₹177.35 in intraday trading on December 22 after Nomura raised its target price to ₹196, the highest among brokerages tracked by Bloomberg. Nomura cited strong market share gains and export growth as key drivers. Revathi Equipment India remained volatile, with traders split on the sustainability of its recent rebound.
22 December 2025
Vodafone Idea ₹3,300 Crore NCD Fundraise: Tata Capital Invests ₹500 Crore as NBFCs Back Vi’s Bond Issue

Vodafone Idea ₹3,300 Crore NCD Fundraise: Tata Capital Invests ₹500 Crore as NBFCs Back Vi’s Bond Issue

Tata Capital invested about ₹500 crore in Vodafone Idea’s recent ₹3,300 crore bond issue, sources said Monday. Other major non-bank lenders, including JM Financial Credit Solutions, Aditya Birla Capital, and Hero Fincorp, also participated. The funds, raised through secured, unlisted NCDs by Vodafone Idea’s infrastructure arm, are being routed back to support the telecom operator’s network plans.
22 December 2025
NBCC Share Price in Focus on Dec 22, 2025: ₹179 Crore IIM Sambalpur Order Adds to ₹345 Crore IIT Mandi–Kandla SEZ Wins

NBCC Share Price in Focus on Dec 22, 2025: ₹179 Crore IIM Sambalpur Order Adds to ₹345 Crore IIT Mandi–Kandla SEZ Wins

NBCC (India) Ltd received a ₹179.37 crore project management consultancy order from IIM Sambalpur for campus development, disclosed December 19. The stock rose about 3.5% intraday after the announcement. Earlier, NBCC reported ₹345.04 crore in new orders for IIT Mandi and Kandla SEZ. Investors are watching for continued order momentum.
22 December 2025
Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) Stock News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) Stock News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Lynas Rare Earths will join the S&P/ASX 50 index before market open on 22 December 2025, following S&P Dow Jones Indices’ quarterly rebalance. The company faces near-term production shortfalls after power disruptions at its Kalgoorlie facility, which have led analysts to cut output and revenue forecasts for the December quarter. Lynas shares closed at A$12.49 on Monday, up 2.46%.
CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) Stock Update: Share Price, Buyback Progress, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as of 22 December 2025

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) Stock Update: Share Price, Buyback Progress, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as of 22 December 2025

CSL Limited shares closed at A$176.31 on 22 December 2025, up 0.7% for the day but down 37.6% for the year. The company reported buying back 65,217 shares on 17 December, bringing its total buyback to about A$588 million as it targets up to A$750 million by June 2026. Investors remain focused on ongoing restructuring and uncertainty in the Seqirus vaccine unit.
22 December 2025
Northern Star Resources Ltd Stock (ASX: NST): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as Gold Hits Record Highs (22 Dec 2025)

Northern Star Resources Ltd Stock (ASX: NST): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as Gold Hits Record Highs (22 Dec 2025)

Northern Star Resources shares closed at A$26.765 on 22 December 2025, up 3.66% after spot gold hit a record US$4,391.92/oz. Trading was volatile, with a sharp drop on 19 December followed by a rebound. The company’s share price is moving on both surging gold prices and internal factors such as capital projects and exploration spending. Major banks now forecast gold could reach US$4,800–$5,000/oz in 2026.
22 December 2025
DroneShield Limited (ASX: DRO) Stock Jumps on Governance Reset: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch in 2026

DroneShield Limited (ASX: DRO) Stock Jumps on Governance Reset: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch in 2026

DroneShield shares jumped nearly 9% to A$3.03 on Monday after the board introduced a mandatory minimum shareholding policy for directors and senior management. The move follows controversy over insider selling and disclosure issues last month. CEO Oleg Vornik must hold shares worth twice his annual salary within a year. The company also plans to appoint another independent director and review executive pay.
22 December 2025
National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) Share Price Today: What’s Moving NAB Stock on 22 December 2025 — and Where Analysts See It Heading

National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) Share Price Today: What’s Moving NAB Stock on 22 December 2025 — and Where Analysts See It Heading

NAB shares traded near A$42.08 on December 22, 2025, down for the day while some peers outperformed in a shortened Christmas week. The stock’s 52-week range stood at A$31.13 to A$45.25. Market focus remains on shifting rate expectations, with some analysts now forecasting RBA hikes as early as February. Broader consensus on the RBA’s next move remains uncertain.
Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) Stock Jumps as Lithium Sentiment Reignites — Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) Stock Jumps as Lithium Sentiment Reignites — Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Mineral Resources shares jumped to about A$55.65 on 22 December 2025, up from a previous close near A$52.65, reaching the top of their 52-week range. The surge comes amid renewed lithium optimism, strong iron ore sentiment from Onslow, and ongoing scrutiny over governance and debt. The stock was among the top performers on the ASX for the day. Investors remain alert to developments in lithium pricing and export logistics.
22 December 2025
Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): Today’s News, Louisiana LNG Update, CEO Succession, and Analyst Forecasts (22 Dec 2025)

Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): Today’s News, Louisiana LNG Update, CEO Succession, and Analyst Forecasts (22 Dec 2025)

Woodside Energy shares closed at A$23.07 on 22 Dec 2025, up 1.18%, after CEO Meg O’Neill resigned to join BP, triggering volatility earlier in the week. The company named Liz Westcott as acting CEO. U.S. regulators granted Woodside’s Louisiana LNG project an extra 44 months to begin exports. Investors are also watching a new Australian gas market policy proposal.
Bajaj Housing Finance Expansion Buzz, Innovative Tyres Heatmap Alert, and Binani Industries “Momentum Reversal”: Indian Stocks in Focus on December 22, 2025

Bajaj Housing Finance Expansion Buzz, Innovative Tyres Heatmap Alert, and Binani Industries “Momentum Reversal”: Indian Stocks in Focus on December 22, 2025

Bajaj Housing Finance shares traded near ₹96 on Dec. 22, 2025, after recent volatility tied to promoter stake sales and expansion beyond prime mortgages. The stock dropped over 9% on Dec. 2 as block deals hit the market. Investors remain focused on ongoing stake reduction required by public shareholding rules. Competitive pressure in premium housing loans has slowed profit growth.
UltraTech Cement Hit With ₹782.2 Crore GST Demand Notice; ‘Buy’ Calls Hold as UltraTech and Adani Cement Lead India’s Next Capacity Wave

UltraTech Cement Hit With ₹782.2 Crore GST Demand Notice; ‘Buy’ Calls Hold as UltraTech and Adani Cement Lead India’s Next Capacity Wave

UltraTech Cement disclosed a ₹782.2 crore GST demand notice tied to alleged short payment and improper Input Tax Credit use from FY2018-19 to FY2022-23. The company said it will contest the order. Shares traded near ₹11,540 on December 17, down about 9% over three months. The demand adds regulatory pressure as the sector faces cost and capacity changes.
Silver Surges to Record High Near $69/oz as Fed Rate-Cut Bets, Supply Tightness and Geopolitical Risks Fuel Safe-Haven Rush

Silver Surges to Record High Near $69/oz as Fed Rate-Cut Bets, Supply Tightness and Geopolitical Risks Fuel Safe-Haven Rush

Spot silver surged to a record $69.23 per ounce on Dec. 22, extending a rally fueled by bets on U.S. rate cuts, tight supply, and geopolitical tensions. Gold also hit an all-time high above $4,390/oz, while Indian silver futures jumped past ₹2.14 lakh/kg. Silver’s year-to-date gain reached about 138%, far outpacing gold’s 67% rise.
22 December 2025
1 401 402 403 404 405 584
Go toTop