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ST Engineering (SGX: S63) Stock Update: Latest News, Dividend Windfall, Order Book Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as of 21 Dec 2025

ST Engineering (SGX: S63) Stock Update: Latest News, Dividend Windfall, Order Book Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as of 21 Dec 2025

ST Engineering shares traded at S$8.18 on 21 Dec 2025, with a market cap near S$25.5 billion and a record S$32.6 billion order book. The company faces a U.S. lawsuit involving subsidiary VT SAA and disclosed a major satcom impairment, but continues to announce new technology partnerships and proposes a special dividend pending shareholder approval.
21 December 2025
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City Developments Limited Stock (SGX:C09) in Focus: CDL Hits a 52-Week High as Divestments, Deal-Making and Analyst Targets Reset the 2026 Outlook

City Developments Limited Stock (SGX:C09) in Focus: CDL Hits a 52-Week High as Divestments, Deal-Making and Analyst Targets Reset the 2026 Outlook

City Developments Limited shares closed at S$7.98 on Dec. 19 after hitting a 52-week high of S$8.03, capping a roughly 50% gain over the past year. CDL agreed to sell Quayside Isle @ Sentosa Cove for S$97.3 million, its eighth divestment of 2025, and completed a £280 million hotel purchase in London. Divestments for the year reached about S$2 billion, outpacing S$1.7 billion in acquisitions.
21 December 2025
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Singapore Stock Market Today: STI Holds Near 4,570 as Banks, S-REIT Flows and Year-End Positioning Shape SGX Outlook (Dec 21, 2025)

Singapore Stock Market Today: STI Holds Near 4,570 as Banks, S-REIT Flows and Year-End Positioning Shape SGX Outlook (Dec 21, 2025)

The Singapore Exchange is closed Sunday, Dec 21. The Straits Times Index ended Friday nearly flat, down 0.02% at 4,569.78, with City Developments up 4% and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding down 2.9%. CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust led trading volume, closing 0.4% higher. Year-to-date, the STI has gained 20.7% in price and 26.7% including dividends.
21 December 2025
United Overseas Bank (UOB) Stock (SGX: U11) on Dec 21, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Targets, Dividend Outlook and 2026 Forecasts

United Overseas Bank (UOB) Stock (SGX: U11) on Dec 21, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Targets, Dividend Outlook and 2026 Forecasts

UOB shares closed at S$34.70 on Dec 19, down 0.09%, lagging peers amid concerns over China and Hong Kong property exposure. The bank’s Q3 net profit fell 72% to S$443 million after credit provisions surged to S$1.36 billion, including S$615 million in general allowances. UOB trades about 13% below its 52-week high. Investors remain focused on credit risks and dividend outlook.
21 December 2025
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Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) Stock Update: POSCO Lithium Deal, Onslow Iron Ramp-Up, Debt Path and Latest Forecasts (21 December 2025)

Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) Stock Update: POSCO Lithium Deal, Onslow Iron Ramp-Up, Debt Path and Latest Forecasts (21 December 2025)

MinRes shares traded near A$52.65 on 21 December 2025, close to their 52-week high, with a market cap of about A$10.36 billion. The company agreed to sell a 30% stake in a new lithium joint venture to POSCO Holdings for US$765 million, aiming to reduce debt. Completion is expected in the first half of 2026, pending approvals. Onslow Iron shipped 8.6 million tonnes in Q1 FY26.
21 December 2025
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Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): CEO Exit, LNG Mega-Projects, and What Analysts Forecast Into 2026 (21 Dec 2025)

Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): CEO Exit, LNG Mega-Projects, and What Analysts Forecast Into 2026 (21 Dec 2025)

Woodside Energy shares fell up to 2.9% after CEO Meg O’Neill resigned to join BP, with Liz Westcott named Acting CEO effective 18 December 2025. The board aims to appoint a permanent CEO in early 2026 as the company advances the Scarborough and Louisiana LNG projects. Woodside reported Q3 2025 production of 50.8 MMboe and revised full-year guidance to 192–197 MMboe.
21 December 2025
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Greatland Resources Limited Stock Surges to Record High: Havieron Feasibility, Telfer South JV, and Analyst Forecasts (21 Dec 2025)

Greatland Resources Limited Stock Surges to Record High: Havieron Feasibility, Telfer South JV, and Analyst Forecasts (21 Dec 2025)

Greatland Resources shares hit a record A$10.55 on the ASX and 509 GBX in London on December 19, 2025, following a series of project updates in Western Australia. The company released a Havieron feasibility study on December 1, outlining a $739 million annual pre-tax cash flow target and a $1.065 billion pre-production capex. Market cap stands near £3.41 billion.
21 December 2025
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Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) share price steadies near A$81 as AI rollout and Priceline receivership reshape the 2026 outlook

Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) share price steadies near A$81 as AI rollout and Priceline receivership reshape the 2026 outlook

Wesfarmers shares closed at A$81.02 on Friday, up 13% year-to-date, with a market cap near A$92 billion. Fifty-four Priceline pharmacies entered administration after operator Infinity Pharmacy Group faced financial trouble. The company is rolling out ChatGPT Enterprise across its divisions. Analysts remain divided on whether the stock is overvalued.
21 December 2025
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Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) Stock: Latest News, Share Price Drivers, and 2026 Forecasts (21 December 2025)

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) Stock: Latest News, Share Price Drivers, and 2026 Forecasts (21 December 2025)

Lynas Rare Earths will join the S&P/ASX 50 before trading opens on December 22, 2025, prompting expected buying from index-tracking funds. The company has warned of a possible one-month production shortfall this quarter due to power disruptions at its Kalgoorlie facility. Lynas shares closed at A$12.19 on December 19, down 1.3% for the day. The stock is up about 85% over the past year.
21 December 2025
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Westpac Banking Corporation Stock (ASX: WBC) on 21 Dec 2025: Dividend Paid, Buyback Running, AGM Pressure — and Why Analysts Still Look Cautious

Westpac Banking Corporation Stock (ASX: WBC) on 21 Dec 2025: Dividend Paid, Buyback Running, AGM Pressure — and Why Analysts Still Look Cautious

Westpac shares closed at A$38.76 on 19 December 2025, up 20% for the year but below the A$41.00 high. The bank paid a fully franked 77-cent final dividend and resumed its on-market buyback, with A$2.485 billion spent so far. The buyback is set to continue into late 2026. At the AGM, a director was re-elected despite significant protest votes.
21 December 2025
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Evolution Mining Limited (ASX: EVN) Stock: Latest News, FY26 Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as Gold Prices Stay Elevated

Evolution Mining Limited (ASX: EVN) Stock: Latest News, FY26 Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as Gold Prices Stay Elevated

Evolution Mining closed at A$12.62 on 19 December, near its 52-week high, with a market value of about A$25.6 billion after a 141% one-year gain. The company remains highly exposed to gold prices, which hovered near US$4,340/oz this week, with limited hedging left for FY26. Copper prices and supply outlooks are also drawing investor focus.
21 December 2025
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CSL Limited Stock (ASX: CSL) Outlook on 21 December 2025: Seqirus Spin-Off Delay, Buyback Momentum, and Analyst Price Targets

CSL Limited Stock (ASX: CSL) Outlook on 21 December 2025: Seqirus Spin-Off Delay, Buyback Momentum, and Analyst Price Targets

CSL shares closed at A$175.08 on Friday, down nearly 37% over the past year amid sharp volatility and a revised FY2026 outlook. The company cut revenue and profit growth targets at its October AGM and delayed the planned Seqirus demerger, citing weaker US flu vaccination rates and pricing pressure in China. CSL continues a steady on-market buyback while investing in US manufacturing.
21 December 2025
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Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 3.75%: What It Means for UK Mortgage Rates, Savings and Borrowers in 2026

Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 3.75%: What It Means for UK Mortgage Rates, Savings and Borrowers in 2026

The Bank of England cut its base rate by 0.25 points to 3.75% after a 5–4 vote, citing falling inflation. The move brings the rate below 4% for the first time since early 2023. The Bank warned future cuts are less certain and decisions will be “closer calls.” Tracker mortgage holders will see immediate reductions; changes for other borrowers may vary.
21 December 2025
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PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS): Latest News, Share Price, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook as of 21 December 2025

PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS): Latest News, Share Price, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook as of 21 December 2025

PLS Group Limited, formerly Pilbara Minerals, is now trading under its new name after shareholder approval and ASIC registration in late November. Shares closed at A$3.93 on 21 December, up about 79% year-to-date. The September quarter report showed production of 224.8 kt, revenue of A$251 million, and a cash balance of A$852 million. The company maintains full ownership of Pilgangoora and interests in Brazil and South Korea.
21 December 2025
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ANZ Group Holdings Limited (ASX: ANZ) Stock: Latest News, Share Price, Dividend and Analyst Forecasts as of 21 December 2025

ANZ Group Holdings Limited (ASX: ANZ) Stock: Latest News, Share Price, Dividend and Analyst Forecasts as of 21 December 2025

ANZ shares traded near A$36.03 on 21 December 2025 after the Federal Court ordered the bank to pay A$250 million in penalties for widespread misconduct across its Institutional and Retail divisions. The penalty, the largest ASIC has secured against a single entity, covers failures in bond market reporting and retail processes. ANZ said most costs are covered by provisions already set aside.
21 December 2025
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Fortescue Ltd Stock (ASX:FMG) Outlook on Dec. 21, 2025: Alta Copper Deal, Iron Ore Forecasts, and What Analysts Expect Next

Fortescue Ltd Stock (ASX:FMG) Outlook on Dec. 21, 2025: Alta Copper Deal, Iron Ore Forecasts, and What Analysts Expect Next

Fortescue Ltd closed at A$21.88 on Dec. 19, down 6.4% from its 52-week high. The company agreed to buy the remaining 64% of Alta Copper for C$1.40 per share, valuing Alta at C$139 million. Alta’s board backed the deal, which targets completion in early 2026. Fortescue aims to expand into copper amid weaker iron ore forecasts and mixed signals from China’s steel sector.
21 December 2025
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Australia Stock Market Today (21 December 2025): ASX 200 Ends Week Higher as SPI Futures Point to a Firmer Start for Christmas Week

Australia Stock Market Today (21 December 2025): ASX 200 Ends Week Higher as SPI Futures Point to a Firmer Start for Christmas Week

The S&P/ASX 200 closed Friday at 8,621.4, up 0.39%, with SPI 200 futures on Sunday pointing to a 0.5% gain at Monday’s open. Tech and banks led sector gains, while materials and consumer staples fell. The Australian dollar traded near 0.6622 USD. Oil hovered at US$59–60 a barrel, iron ore at about US$105–107/tonne, and gold remained elevated.
21 December 2025
National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) Stock: Latest News, Dividend, FY2025 Results, and 2026 Outlook (21 Dec 2025)

National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) Stock: Latest News, Dividend, FY2025 Results, and 2026 Outlook (21 Dec 2025)

NAB shares closed at A$42.14 on 19 December 2025, up 13.6% for the year. The Reserve Bank of Australia held rates at 3.60% this month, but NAB now forecasts two hikes in early 2026. Mortgage competition remains intense, with NAB shifting focus to proprietary channels to defend margins. Investors are watching for further moves on rates and bank strategy.
21 December 2025
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