South32 Ltd (ASX: S32) After the Bell 12 December 2025: Why the Stock Jumped, Fresh Broker Calls, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open
South32 Ltd (ASX: S32) finished Friday, 12 December 2025, with a clear “risk-on resources” tailwind behind it—closing at A$3.56, up 1.71% on the session, after trading between A$3.48 and A$3.565 on volume of about 25.65 million shares. Intelligent Investor+1 That move mattered in a broader tape that finally looked a lot like December is “supposed” to look: the S&P/ASX 200 surged 1.23% in a strong session led by Materials (+2.03%) and a sharp move in gold-linked names. Market Index Below is what stood out after the close on 12/12/2025, plus the practical checklist for what to know before the next