Today: 7 June 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.

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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BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX:BHP, NYSE:BHP): Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Views as of 21 December 2025

BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX:BHP, NYSE:BHP): Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Views as of 21 December 2025

BHP shares closed near the top of their 2025 range, last trading at A$44.36 in Australia and $59.32 in New York. The company confirmed a US$2 billion infrastructure funding deal with BlackRock’s GIP, keeping 51% control of Western Australia Iron Ore’s power assets. The agreement is expected to complete by late FY2026, pending regulatory approval. BHP reiterated plans to boost iron ore capacity to 305 million tonnes per year.
21 December 2025
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Lamb Weston (LW) Stock Plunges After Earnings Beat: Margin Pressure, 2026 Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as of Dec. 20, 2025

Lamb Weston (LW) Stock Plunges After Earnings Beat: Margin Pressure, 2026 Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as of Dec. 20, 2025

Lamb Weston shares plunged nearly 26% Friday after management warned of continued discounting and higher international costs despite beating Q2 FY2026 earnings expectations. Net sales rose 1% to $1.618 billion, with an 8% volume gain offset by an 8% drop in price/mix. The company said margin pressure may persist into the second half of the year.
20 December 2025
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Disc Medicine (NASDAQ: IRON) Stock Drops on FDA Voucher Speculation: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next

Disc Medicine (NASDAQ: IRON) Stock Drops on FDA Voucher Speculation: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next

Disc Medicine (NASDAQ: IRON) shares fell 11.5% to $80.04 on Dec. 20, 2025, after a STAT News report raised doubts about the effectiveness of its lead drug bitopertin and the FDA’s fast-track voucher process. The stock traded between $71.46 and $94.60 on heavy volume after Truist Securities cited the report, fueling concerns about the viability of accelerated approval.
20 December 2025
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Applied Digital Corporation Stock (APLD): Latest News, Earnings Outlook, Analyst Forecasts, and Key Risks as of Dec. 20, 2025

Applied Digital Corporation Stock (APLD): Latest News, Earnings Outlook, Analyst Forecasts, and Key Risks as of Dec. 20, 2025

Applied Digital shares jumped 16.53% to $27.85 on Friday, Dec. 19, rebounding after a midweek drop tied to debt concerns in the AI data center sector. The rally followed news of a $100 million development loan facility with Macquarie Group and renewed optimism in AI infrastructure stocks after Micron’s results.
20 December 2025
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BioMarin (BMRN) Stock Surges on $4.8B Amicus Deal: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Next (Dec. 20, 2025)

BioMarin (BMRN) Stock Surges on $4.8B Amicus Deal: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Next (Dec. 20, 2025)

BioMarin shares jumped 17.7% to $61.15 Friday after announcing a $4.8 billion all-cash deal to acquire Amicus Therapeutics at $14.50 per share. The acquisition adds two marketed rare-disease drugs and a Phase 3 asset, and resolves U.S. patent litigation over Galafold, delaying generic entry to 2037. BioMarin expects the deal to close in Q2 2026 and be accretive to earnings within a year.
20 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Warren Buffett Urges Investors to Stay Consistent Amid Rising Market Fear
    June 6, 2026, 8:32 PM EDT. Investor sentiment is cooling as the CNN Fear & Greed Index dropped from 71 to 55 in May, signaling growing caution despite record market highs. Warren Buffett advises embracing fear in the market, famously encouraging investors to "be greedy when others are fearful." He highlighted this during the 2008 financial crisis when fear peaked, yet the S&P 500 surged over 1,000% in the following years. Analysts say consistent investing, especially in quality stocks during downturns, can yield substantial long-term gains. While no one can predict the next decline, Buffett's strategy remains to buy during fear-induced sell-offs, positioning investors for future growth.

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UiPath Stock Set for Inflation Test After Swings in AI-Driven Trading

UiPath Stock Set for Inflation Test After Swings in AI-Driven Trading

7 June 2026
UiPath shares fell 3.68% to $11.24 Friday, wiping out Monday’s 11.77% rally despite reporting 17% revenue growth and its first-ever first-quarter GAAP profit, as a broader tech selloff and persistent analyst “Hold” ratings outweighed strong guidance and new customer wins.
Caterpillar flat at end of strong week, inflation on radar

Caterpillar flat at end of strong week, inflation on radar

7 June 2026
Caterpillar tumbled 3.85% Friday to $904.28 after hitting a 52-week high, as a strong jobs report sent Treasury yields soaring and triggered a broad market selloff; despite the drop, Caterpillar remains up 3.2% for the week, with investors now weighing its record backlog and first-quarter growth against rising rate risks and a more cautious market.
Nuclear decision gives Constellation boost, but CEG stock slides

Nuclear decision gives Constellation boost, but CEG stock slides

7 June 2026
Constellation Energy shares closed at $254.83, down 3.7% and 11% below the $287.75 price in last week’s prospectus, after a shareholder offering and despite a regulatory win for its Three Mile Island restart plan; investors now face a weekend to digest new stock supply, rate worries, and nuclear project risks before Monday’s open.
Portnoy’s Bitcoin, XRP Losses Mount In $390B Crypto Drop

Portnoy’s Bitcoin, XRP Losses Mount In $390B Crypto Drop

7 June 2026
Strategy’s surprise sale of 32 Bitcoin for $2.5 million to fund preferred stock distributions rattled investors, raising fears it may sell more to meet obligations, as Bitcoin and Ether posted their worst weekly losses since 2022 and crypto-linked stocks like Coinbase and Robinhood plunged up to 11% amid a $390 billion market wipeout.
Bitcoin Hits $60,000 As Crypto Selloff Deepens

Bitcoin Drops as ETF Outflows Mount, $60,000 Support Weakens

7 June 2026
Bitcoin plunged below $60,000 for the first time since October 2024, triggering $4.4 billion in spot ETF outflows and a rare bitcoin sale by Strategy, while crypto-linked stocks tumbled and analysts warned that further drops below $59,750 could spark more selling pressure or a deeper slide.
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