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Shan Ahmed Khan

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Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) Stock News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) Stock News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Lynas Rare Earths Limited (ASX:LYC) is back in the spotlight on 22 December 2025, with investors balancing two forces that rarely show up politely on the same day: index-driven attention and real-world operational constraints. On Monday, Lynas shares closed at A$12.49, up about 2.46%, after a choppy December that saw the stock pull back from earlier-month levels. Investing.com Australia The timing is notable: Lynas has been added to the S&P/ASX 50, with the change effective prior to the open on 22 December 2025 as part of S&P Dow Jones Indices’ quarterly rebalance. Company Announcements That ASX 50 milestone is arriving
22 December 2025
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CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) Stock Update: Share Price, Buyback Progress, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as of 22 December 2025

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) Stock Update: Share Price, Buyback Progress, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as of 22 December 2025

CSL Limited shares were trading around A$176 on 22 December 2025, modestly higher on the session but still nursing a steep 2025 decline that has kept the biotech heavyweight under intense investor scrutiny heading into 2026. Investing.com+2MarketWatch+2 The story around CSL stock (ASX:CSL) right now is a tug-of-war: ongoing confidence in the company’s global plasma and specialty therapies franchise versus uncertainty around its vaccine unit Seqirus, shifting guidance, and the execution risk of a major strategic reset. At the same time, CSL’s on‑market buyback has been a steady presence in daily announcements, offering a tangible signal of capital management even
22 December 2025
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Northern Star Resources Ltd Stock (ASX: NST): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as Gold Hits Record Highs (22 Dec 2025)

Northern Star Resources Ltd Stock (ASX: NST): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts as Gold Hits Record Highs (22 Dec 2025)

Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) is back in the spotlight as the gold market closes out 2025 in full “melt-up” mode. On 22 December 2025, spot gold hit a fresh all-time high amid expectations of further US rate cuts and persistent safe-haven demand—conditions that typically put leveraged gold producers like Northern Star on investors’ radar. Reuters Below is a comprehensive, publication-ready rundown of what’s moving Northern Star stock right now, the most recent company updates, and how the market’s forecasts (both for gold and for NST itself) are shaping sentiment as of 22.12.2025. Northern Star share price action on
22 December 2025
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DroneShield Limited (ASX: DRO) Stock Jumps on Governance Reset: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch in 2026

DroneShield Limited (ASX: DRO) Stock Jumps on Governance Reset: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch in 2026

DroneShield Limited (ASX: DRO) is back in the spotlight on Monday, December 22, 2025, after the company’s board moved to tighten executive alignment with shareholders—an issue that has hung over the stock since the highly publicised insider selling and disclosure controversy in November. In early trade, DroneShield shares rose as much as ~9% to around A$3.03, hitting a more-than-one-month high after news that the company will require directors and senior management (including the CEO) to maintain minimum shareholdings. MarketScreener+1 The market reaction matters because DroneShield has been living two lives in 2025: What follows is a detailed, publication-ready rundown of
22 December 2025
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National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) Share Price Today: What’s Moving NAB Stock on 22 December 2025 — and Where Analysts See It Heading

National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) Share Price Today: What’s Moving NAB Stock on 22 December 2025 — and Where Analysts See It Heading

SYDNEY — 22 December 2025: National Australia Bank Limited (ASX: NAB) is heading into the final stretch of the year with its share price hovering around the low A$42 range, as investors weigh a familiar (and very bank-stock) tug-of-war: interest-rate expectations versus credit risk and competition. Investing On Monday, ABC market updates described the big banks as mixed in a shortened Christmas trading week, with NAB lower while some peers held up better. ABC Below is a full, up-to-date look at the latest NAB stock news, key company catalysts, analyst forecasts, and valuation calls available as of 22.12.2025—including what to
22 December 2025
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Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) Stock Jumps as Lithium Sentiment Reignites — Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) Stock Jumps as Lithium Sentiment Reignites — Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook (22 December 2025)

Mineral Resources Limited (ASX:MIN) is ending 2025 the way only MinRes can: loudly, fast, and with several storylines colliding at once. On 22 December 2025, MIN shares surged to around A$55.65 in trade, up from a previous close near A$52.65, and moved through a day range of roughly A$53.32 to A$55.69—a sharp move that puts the stock at or near the top of its 52‑week range. Investing.com+1 That jump is happening against a backdrop of rebounding lithium optimism, an iron ore growth narrative driven by Onslow, and persistent governance and balance sheet questions that investors haven’t forgotten (even if they
22 December 2025
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Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): Today’s News, Louisiana LNG Update, CEO Succession, and Analyst Forecasts (22 Dec 2025)

Woodside Energy Group Ltd Stock (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS): Today’s News, Louisiana LNG Update, CEO Succession, and Analyst Forecasts (22 Dec 2025)

Woodside Energy Group Ltd stock is closing out 2025 with three storylines colliding at once: a sudden CEO transition, fresh government intervention risk in Australia’s gas market, and high-stakes execution on a global LNG buildout—especially in the United States. On Monday, 22 December 2025, Woodside shares in Australia rose modestly, stabilising after last week’s sharp move lower that followed leadership news. In the background, investors are also digesting a major U.S. regulatory update for the Woodside Louisiana LNG project and a new Australian policy proposal that could reshape how gas exporters balance domestic supply against international contracts. Investing.com+2Reuters+2 Woodside share
22 December 2025
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Bajaj Housing Finance Expansion Buzz, Innovative Tyres Heatmap Alert, and Binani Industries “Momentum Reversal”: Indian Stocks in Focus on December 22, 2025

Bajaj Housing Finance Expansion Buzz, Innovative Tyres Heatmap Alert, and Binani Industries “Momentum Reversal”: Indian Stocks in Focus on December 22, 2025

Mumbai — December 22, 2025: A fresh round of market chatter and technical-screening commentary is putting three very different Indian listed names under the spotlight today—Bajaj Housing Finance Ltd (BSE: 544252 | NSE: BAJAJHFL), Innovative Tyres & Tubes Ltd (BSE: 535015 | NSE: ITTL), and Binani Industries—now BIL Vyapar Ltd (BSE: 500059 | NSE: BINANIIND). The common thread isn’t a single sector headline. It’s the collision between fundamentals (strategy, filings, and business reality) and market mechanics (price action, liquidity, and quantitative signals)—a combination that often drives Google Discover-era spikes in interest and “stocks to watch” lists. Below is what’s actually
22 December 2025
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UltraTech Cement Hit With ₹782.2 Crore GST Demand Notice; ‘Buy’ Calls Hold as UltraTech and Adani Cement Lead India’s Next Capacity Wave

UltraTech Cement Hit With ₹782.2 Crore GST Demand Notice; ‘Buy’ Calls Hold as UltraTech and Adani Cement Lead India’s Next Capacity Wave

New Delhi / Mumbai | December 22, 2025 — UltraTech Cement, India’s largest cement maker, is back in the spotlight on Monday after disclosing a Goods and Services Tax (GST) demand notice of ₹782.2 crore, a development that adds near-term regulatory noise to a sector already juggling a new cycle of cost cuts, capacity commissioning and regional consolidation. ETCFO.com+2Upstox – Online Stock and Share Trading+2 While tax disputes can create headline risk for any large corporate, the broader market narrative around UltraTech—and its closest rival group in terms of scale, Adani Cement (Ambuja Cements and ACC plus acquired assets)—has remained
22 December 2025
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Silver Surges to Record High Near $69/oz as Fed Rate-Cut Bets, Supply Tightness and Geopolitical Risks Fuel Safe-Haven Rush

Silver Surges to Record High Near $69/oz as Fed Rate-Cut Bets, Supply Tightness and Geopolitical Risks Fuel Safe-Haven Rush

Dec. 22, 2025 — Silver prices powered to fresh all-time highs on Monday, extending a breakout that has turned the “white metal” into one of 2025’s standout trades. In early Asian hours, spot silver pushed above the $67-per-ounce threshold, then accelerated further in subsequent trading as investors leaned into a potent mix of expected U.S. interest-rate cuts, tight physical supply, and rising geopolitical tension. Investing.com India+1 The rally is also lifting the broader precious-metals complex. Gold rose to a record high above $4,390/oz, while platinum and palladium notched sharp gains as investors rotated into metals seen as both financial hedges
22 December 2025
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PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS) Today: Price Move, Fresh Update on December Quarter Results, and Analyst Forecasts (22 December 2025)

PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS) Today: Price Move, Fresh Update on December Quarter Results, and Analyst Forecasts (22 December 2025)

PLS Group Limited stock is back in the spotlight on 22 December 2025, with investors tracking two forces that tend to move the shares fast: (1) a renewed upswing in lithium pricing signals and sentiment, and (2) the company’s near-term reporting calendar as the market looks ahead to the next quarterly update. As of 22 Dec. 2025, PLS Group Limited (ASX:PLS) was trading around A$4.035, up about 2.67% on the day, after moving between A$3.980 and A$4.120. The stock’s 52‑week range is shown at A$1.070 to A$4.340, underscoring just how dramatic the 2025 rebound has been for lithium-linked equities. Investing.com
22 December 2025
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock (ASX: CBA) on 22 December 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, Rate Outlook and What Investors Are Watching

Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock (ASX: CBA) on 22 December 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, Rate Outlook and What Investors Are Watching

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) stock is ending 2025 in a familiar position: absolutely central to the Australian sharemarket, heavily owned, and fiercely debated. On 22 December 2025, CBA shares traded around A$158.49 in afternoon trade (prices delayed), modestly higher on the day, after a choppy stretch for Australian bank stocks. Intelligent Investor That “choppy stretch” matters because CBA isn’t just another ASX name. It’s one of the market’s heavyweight drivers: in mid‑December, Reuters noted CBA alone accounts for nearly 10% of the S&P/ASX 200, meaning small moves in CBA can tug the entire index. TradingView Below is what’s moving
22 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:27 AM EST Dollar Dips as Stocks Rally and US Data Influences Fed Rate Expectations February 7, 2026, 12:18 AM EST. The **dollar index** fell 0.17%, pressured by a rebound in equity markets reducing demand for the safe-haven currency. Weaker-than-expected U.S. labor market data raised the odds of a Fed rate cut to 18% for March, though consumer sentiment improved to a six-month high, limiting losses. Hawkish comments from Atlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic emphasized maintaining restrictive monetary policy. The dollar faces medium-term weakness amid expectations for rate cuts
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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