Today: 3 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.

Keppel stock hits a 12-year high on SGX — analysts lift targets and dividend dates loom

Keppel stock hits a 12-year high on SGX — analysts lift targets and dividend dates loom

Keppel Ltd shares climbed 3.7% to S$12.07 in Singapore Monday, after reporting a 39% rise in annual net profit to S$1.1 billion and proposing a total FY2025 distribution of about 47 Singapore cents per share. Brokerages raised target prices, citing asset-management fees and special dividends tied to asset sales. Keppel’s AGM is set for April 17.
Web Travel Group share price rebounds 19% after Spanish tax audit scare — what investors watch next

Web Travel Group share price rebounds 19% after Spanish tax audit scare — what investors watch next

Web Travel Group shares jumped 18.6% to A$3.51 after the company reaffirmed FY26 EBITDA guidance despite a new Spanish tax audit. The audit, covering taxes from 2021 to 2025, began Feb. 5 and remains in early stages. Analysts say uncertainty over the review’s timing and cost could keep the stock volatile. The company said Spain accounts for about 10%–12% of group revenue.
9 February 2026
Woodside Energy share price rises as oil slips; what investors watch next

Woodside Energy share price rises as oil slips; what investors watch next

Woodside Energy shares rose 1.4% to A$25.84 on Monday, outperforming as oil prices fell about 1% in Asia after U.S.-Iran nuclear talks eased supply fears. Acting CEO Liz Westcott said 2026 output would dip due to planned Pluto LNG downtime, with Scarborough gas start-up on track for late 2026. Investors await Woodside’s annual report and briefing on Feb 24.
Air Transat’s Brazil bet: Rio flights take off as 50 new airline routes start in February 2026

Air Transat’s Brazil bet: Rio flights take off as 50 new airline routes start in February 2026

Air Transat has launched nonstop flights to Rio de Janeiro from Toronto and Montreal, becoming the only carrier with a direct Montreal-Rio link. The airline will operate twice weekly from Toronto and once weekly from Montreal through early June, using Airbus A330s. Air Canada and Porter are also adding new international routes this month, intensifying competition for Canadian winter travellers.
9 February 2026
Fortescue share price jumps 2.6% as miners rebound; cyclone watch keeps iron ore in focus

Fortescue share price jumps 2.6% as miners rebound; cyclone watch keeps iron ore in focus

Fortescue Ltd shares rose 2.6% to A$21.78 Monday, rebounding with other miners as the S&P/ASX 200 index gained 1.9% after last week’s sharp drop. Port Hedland reopened Sunday after Cyclone Mitchell forced closures, but nearby ports stayed shut. Copper prices topped $13,000 a ton, lifting major miners. Fortescue’s half-year results are due Feb. 25, with investors watching for cyclone impact on shipments.
9 February 2026
Macquarie (MQG) share price rebounds — but Tuesday’s trading update is the real test

Macquarie (MQG) share price rebounds — but Tuesday’s trading update is the real test

Macquarie shares rose 2.4% to A$212.91 on Monday, rebounding with the S&P/ASX 200, which jumped 1.9% in its strongest session since April. The stock recovered most of last week’s losses as financials hit their highest level since mid-November. No new company announcements were issued. Investors await Macquarie’s operational briefing Tuesday for updates on trading conditions.
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