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India’s IPO Boom Hits Record ₹1.8 Lakh Crore in 2025 as Wakefit and ICICI Prudential AMC Anchor a Blockbuster December

India’s IPO Boom Hits Record ₹1.8 Lakh Crore in 2025 as Wakefit and ICICI Prudential AMC Anchor a Blockbuster December

India’s IPO fundraising reached ₹1.77–1.8 trillion ($19.6 billion) by 8 December 2025, surpassing the 2024 record of ₹1.73 trillion. Major offerings from Wakefit Innovations and ICICI Prudential AMC are expected to push the total higher. Over 300 companies listed this year, but about half now trade below their issue price. Demand for large IPOs remains strong, with average subscription near 18 times.
9 December 2025
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Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG) Stock on 9 December 2025: Qube Bid, Nomura Deal, Dividend and 2026 Outlook

Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG) Stock on 9 December 2025: Qube Bid, Nomura Deal, Dividend and 2026 Outlook

Macquarie Group shares traded at A$196.70 on December 9, 2025, down 19% from their January peak but above the 52-week low. The bank is pursuing an A$11.6 billion bid for Qube and finalising the sale of a major asset-management unit to Nomura. Half-year net profit rose 3% year-on-year to A$1.655 billion but fell 21% from the previous half. Return on equity dropped to 9.6%.
9 December 2025
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Zip Co (ASX: ZIP) share price today: buy‑back ramp‑up, US dual‑listing plans and 2026 forecasts – 9 December 2025

Zip Co (ASX: ZIP) share price today: buy‑back ramp‑up, US dual‑listing plans and 2026 forecasts – 9 December 2025

Zip Co shares traded around A$3.16 early afternoon 9 December 2025, stabilizing after sharp recent losses. The company disclosed it has repurchased 32.3 million shares under its ongoing buy-back, about 2.5% of shares on issue. The buy-back target was doubled in October to A$100 million. Shares remain well below the 52-week high but far above last year’s lows.
9 December 2025
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Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST): Share Price, Exploration Update and Stock Forecast on 9 December 2025

Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST): Share Price, Exploration Update and Stock Forecast on 9 December 2025

Northern Star Resources closed at A$25.97 on 8 December 2025, down 1.37%, near its 52-week high of A$27.99. The company announced a A$225 million FY26 exploration program focused on organic growth, following a new Fitch “BBB- / Stable” credit rating. Gold prices hovered near US$4,200 an ounce. Market capitalization stood at about A$37–38.8 billion.
9 December 2025
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Woodside Energy (ASX: WDS) Stock on 9 December 2025: Strike Risk, LNG Megaprojects and a Big Valuation Debate

Woodside Energy (ASX: WDS) Stock on 9 December 2025: Strike Risk, LNG Megaprojects and a Big Valuation Debate

Woodside Energy shares closed at A$25.20 on 8 December 2025, up 0.2%, with a market cap near A$47.9 billion. Morningstar says the stock trades at nearly half its fair value estimate, calling it one of the most undervalued large caps in Australia. Technical service StockInvest rates Woodside a “sell candidate” on a weakening chart. The trailing dividend yield stands at about 6.7%.
9 December 2025
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Westpac Banking Corporation (ASX: WBC) on 9 December 2025: Share Price, Dividend Hike, Buyback Extension and Analyst Forecasts

Westpac Banking Corporation (ASX: WBC) on 9 December 2025: Share Price, Dividend Hike, Buyback Extension and Analyst Forecasts

Westpac shares closed at $37.98 on Tuesday, down 0.68%, but remain near multi-year highs ahead of the AGM. The stock has gained over 2% in the past week and is up about 30% from its April low. Fiscal 2025 net profit slipped 2% to $7 billion as higher costs offset revenue growth. Most broker valuations now sit below the current share price.
9 December 2025
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PLS Group Limited (ASX:PLS) Share Price, UBS Upgrade and 2026 Forecast: What the Rebranded Pilbara Minerals Means for Investors

PLS Group Limited (ASX:PLS) Share Price, UBS Upgrade and 2026 Forecast: What the Rebranded Pilbara Minerals Means for Investors

PLS Group Limited traded near A$4.11 on the ASX on 9 December 2025, just below its 52-week high, after an 80% gain over 12 months. The company, rebranded from Pilbara Minerals, reported FY25 revenue down nearly 40% and a net loss of about A$196 million as lithium prices fell. Market cap stands at roughly A$13 billion. The legal name change took effect on 27 November 2025.
9 December 2025
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Lynas Rare Earths (ASX: LYC) Stock on 9 December 2025: ASX 50 Promotion, Power Shocks and the 2026 Rare Earths Outlook

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX: LYC) Stock on 9 December 2025: ASX 50 Promotion, Power Shocks and the 2026 Rare Earths Outlook

Lynas Rare Earths shares fell 5% to A$12.93 by midday 9 December, extending a slide that leaves the stock 40% below its October high but still 110% above January lows. The drop follows news of Lynas joining the ASX 50 on 22 December and a director share sale for tax reasons. Market cap stands near A$13–14 billion. Short-term technical signals remain negative despite strong year-to-date gains.
9 December 2025
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) Stock: ACCC Penalty, AI Push and 2026 Forecasts – Latest Update as at 9 December 2025

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) Stock: ACCC Penalty, AI Push and 2026 Forecasts – Latest Update as at 9 December 2025

Commonwealth Bank of Australia paid A$792,000 in penalties after the ACCC found it breached Consumer Data Right rules affecting business account data sharing. CBA shares traded at A$154.5 on December 9, down from earlier highs but still valued at a premium, with a market cap near A$260 billion and a trailing P/E of about 25.7.
9 December 2025
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Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) Share Price, Dividend and 2026 Outlook – Latest News and Forecasts as of 9 December 2025

Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) Share Price, Dividend and 2026 Outlook – Latest News and Forecasts as of 9 December 2025

Fortescue Ltd shares hit near record highs at A$22.53 on December 9, 2025, despite a 22% year-on-year drop in quarterly net income to US$910 million. The company paid A$1.10 per share in dividends over the past year, yielding about 5%. Market cap stands at A$68 billion. Fortescue is focusing on decarbonising iron ore production, moving away from earlier green hydrogen plans.
9 December 2025
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BHP Group (ASX:BHP, NYSE:BHP) Stock Today: $2 Billion WAIO Power Deal, Samarco Settlement and 2026–2030 Outlook (9 December 2025)

BHP Group (ASX:BHP, NYSE:BHP) Stock Today: $2 Billion WAIO Power Deal, Samarco Settlement and 2026–2030 Outlook (9 December 2025)

BHP shares traded near 52-week highs on both the ASX and NYSE, with the U.S. stock closing at $58.34 and after-hours trading lifting it to $59.42. On December 9, BHP announced a $2 billion deal with Global Infrastructure Partners for a minority stake in its Western Australia Iron Ore power network. The company is valued at about $149 billion, with a trailing dividend yield of 3.7%.
9 December 2025
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Most Active ASX Stocks Today (9 December 2025): Miners, Lithium Plays and Banks Drive the Market

Most Active ASX Stocks Today (9 December 2025): Miners, Lithium Plays and Banks Drive the Market

The S&P/ASX 200 opened down 0.3% near 8,600 on Tuesday as traders awaited the Reserve Bank of Australia’s final rate decision of the year. Fortescue, BHP, Commonwealth Bank, and Pilbara Minerals led trading by value, while Liontown and Zip Co topped volume. Lithium stocks moved on news from CATL and Liontown. National Storage REIT surged on a Brookfield–GIC takeover bid; Bapcor fell after cutting profit guidance.
9 December 2025
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ASX Top Gainers Today: Immutep, Cosmo Metals, OD6 & Sunrise Energy Metals Lead the Rally (9 December 2025)

ASX Top Gainers Today: Immutep, Cosmo Metals, OD6 & Sunrise Energy Metals Lead the Rally (9 December 2025)

Cosmo Metals shares surged over 30% after reporting high-grade gold intercepts at its Bingara Project in New South Wales. The S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.1–0.2% by late morning as investors awaited the Reserve Bank of Australia’s rate decision. Small-cap resource and biotech stocks posted double-digit gains despite a quiet broader market.
9 December 2025
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Australian Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Slips Ahead of RBA Interest Rate Call (9 December 2025)

Australian Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Slips Ahead of RBA Interest Rate Call (9 December 2025)

The S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.3–0.4% to around 8,590 by late morning Tuesday, extending Monday’s decline as investors awaited the Reserve Bank of Australia’s interest rate decision. Two-thirds of index stocks traded lower, led by energy, gold, and tech. Economists expect the RBA to hold rates at 3.6%. US and Asian markets also weakened ahead of key central bank meetings.
9 December 2025
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