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Shan Ahmed Khan

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National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) Stock: AGM Highlights, Dividend Paid Today, and Analyst Forecasts (12 December 2025)

National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) Stock: AGM Highlights, Dividend Paid Today, and Analyst Forecasts (12 December 2025)

National Australia Bank Limited (ASX:NAB) is in the spotlight on 12 December 2025 as shareholders digest a packed day that combined NAB’s 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) with the payment of the bank’s fully franked final dividend—two events that often sharpen market focus on strategy, capital returns, and risk. NAB shares were quoted around A$42.14 on a delayed basis in the latest available market snapshot, with the stock up about 1.84% at that reading. Investing.com Below is a detailed roundup of the key news, vote outcomes, guidance signals, and analyst expectations shaping the NAB investment narrative today. NAB share price
12 December 2025
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Westpac (ASX:WBC) Share Price Today: AGM Vote Fallout, Mortgage Rate Moves, and Analyst Forecasts (12 Dec 2025)

Westpac (ASX:WBC) Share Price Today: AGM Vote Fallout, Mortgage Rate Moves, and Analyst Forecasts (12 Dec 2025)

Westpac Banking Corporation (ASX:WBC) is in focus after AGM governance tensions, a fresh fixed-rate mortgage hike, and analyst targets that imply downside from current levels. Westpac Banking Corporation shares were trading around the A$38–A$39 range on 12 December 2025, as investors digested a busy mix of catalysts: a shareholder protest vote at the bank’s AGM, renewed attention on scams and fraud prevention, and a fresh lift in fixed mortgage rates that underscores shifting interest-rate expectations heading into 2026. StockAnalysis+1 While “big bank” stocks have enjoyed a strong rerating in 2025, the new bundle of headlines lands at an awkward moment:
12 December 2025
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BHP Group Ltd Stock Near 52-Week High as Copper Tailwinds Build: Today’s News, Forecasts and Key Catalysts (Dec. 12, 2025)

BHP Group Ltd Stock Near 52-Week High as Copper Tailwinds Build: Today’s News, Forecasts and Key Catalysts (Dec. 12, 2025)

BHP Group Ltd shares are trading close to fresh one-year highs on Friday, as investors weigh a powerful mix of company-specific developments (capital recycling in its Pilbara iron ore business and electrification trials) and a commodity backdrop dominated by strong copper pricing — even as iron ore sentiment stays choppy on China demand signals. As of Dec. 12, BHP’s own market display shows the stock at about A$45.58 on the ASX, 2,268p in London, and $60.92 for the NYSE-listed ADR. BHP Below is a detailed roundup of what’s moving BHP stock today, the latest corporate news, and where forecasts and
12 December 2025
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Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG) Stock Forecast 2026: Share Price Jumps Ahead of Dividend as Investors Track Qube Bid, Buyback and FY26 Outlook

Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG) Stock Forecast 2026: Share Price Jumps Ahead of Dividend as Investors Track Qube Bid, Buyback and FY26 Outlook

Published: 12 December 2025 Macquarie Group Limited (ASX: MQG; ADR: MQBKY) is back in the spotlight as a busy mix of catalysts converges: a fresh share-price move in December trading, an upcoming interim dividend, an ongoing on-market buyback, and a headline-grabbing takeover approach through Macquarie Asset Management for logistics heavyweight Qube. As of 12 December 2025, Macquarie’s share price was quoted around A$201.49, versus a previous close of A$196.35, after trading in a day range of roughly A$196.70 to A$201.61. The 52‑week range shown is A$160.00 to A$242.90—a reminder that MQG can swing hard when markets reprice volatility, deal flow,
12 December 2025
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock (ASX:CBA): Why Shares Jumped Today, What Analysts Forecast, and Key Risks for 2026 (12 December 2025)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock (ASX:CBA): Why Shares Jumped Today, What Analysts Forecast, and Key Risks for 2026 (12 December 2025)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) shares rose sharply on Friday as Australian financials rallied, with the stock trading around A$155–156 and up roughly 2% on the session. Investing.com+2Investing.com+2 But the bigger story for investors isn’t just today’s bounce—it’s the tug-of-war between (1) a still-strong franchise with “premium” valuation, and (2) a fast-shifting macro and regulatory backdrop that could reshape mortgage growth, margins, and credit risk into 2026. Below is what’s moving Commonwealth Bank of Australia stock on 12.12.2025, plus the latest forecasts and analysis shaping the outlook. CBA share price today: what happened on 12 December 2025? CBA climbed on
12 December 2025
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Australian Stock Market Today (Dec 12, 2025): ASX 200 Surges on Miners and Banks as Gold Jumps — Latest News, Key Movers and 2026 Forecasts

Australian Stock Market Today (Dec 12, 2025): ASX 200 Surges on Miners and Banks as Gold Jumps — Latest News, Key Movers and 2026 Forecasts

Australian stocks rallied on December 12, 2025, with the ASX 200 climbing on miners, gold producers and big banks. Here’s what’s driving the move, the biggest movers, and what analysts forecast for 2026. Australia’s share market is finishing the week with a decisive risk-on tone. By midday in Sydney, the S&P/ASX 200 was up about 1.1% (around 8,685 points) — its strongest daily rise in roughly 2–3 weeks — led by materials and financials while technology lagged .ABC+ 1 Under the surface, it’s the same theme investors have been trading globally: rotation out of expensive growth/tech and back into cyclical
12 December 2025
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ASX Top Gainers Today (12 December 2025): Rhythm Biosciences surges, while gold, uranium and “value rotation” lift Australia’s sharemarket

ASX Top Gainers Today (12 December 2025): Rhythm Biosciences surges, while gold, uranium and “value rotation” lift Australia’s sharemarket

Sydney, 12 December 2025 — Australia’s sharemarket rallied on Friday as investors piled into resources and financials, with the S&P/ASX 200 up about 1.2% in early afternoon trade and most sectors in the green. ABC But the real fireworks were in individual names: a cluster of small-cap stocks posted double‑digit jumps, while large-cap miners (including gold-linked names) dominated the ASX 200’s risers list. Market Index+2Market Index+2 Below is a detailed look at today’s biggest gainers on the Australian stock market (ASX), what’s driving the moves, and the key macro and commodity themes shaping the session. Why the ASX is rising
12 December 2025
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Best ASX Stocks to Buy Now: 9 Australian Shares to Watch as the ASX 200 Jumps (Updated 12 December 2025)

Best ASX Stocks to Buy Now: 9 Australian Shares to Watch as the ASX 200 Jumps (Updated 12 December 2025)

Updated: Friday, 12 December 2025 (AEST)SEO focus: best ASX stocks to buy now, Australian shares, ASX 200, top ASX stocks December 2025, Australia stock market outlook Australia’s share market is closing out the week with renewed momentum. By early afternoon on 12 December 2025 , the S&P/ASX 200 was up around 1.1%–1.2% in a broad-based lift, with gold miners, Materials and banks doing much of the heavy lifting.ABC+ 2ABC+ 2 But for investors asking the practical question— “What are the best stocks to buy now on the Australian stock market?” —today’s rally matters less as a “one-day headline” and more
12 December 2025
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Australia Stock Market Today (December 12, 2025): ASX 200 Jumps 1.19% as Miners, Gold and Banks Power a One-Month High

Australia Stock Market Today (December 12, 2025): ASX 200 Jumps 1.19% as Miners, Gold and Banks Power a One-Month High

Australia’s share market finished the week with a sharp relief rally on Friday, December 12, 2025, as a surge in commodity prices (especially gold) and a rebound in heavyweight financials helped lift the major indices. The S&P/ASX 200 closed up 1.19% at 8,694.10 , after trading in a tight band between 8,592.00 and 8,697.70 .Investing.comThe broader All Ordinaries ended 1.16% higher at 8,980.80 .Investing.com What happened on the ASX today: a broad-based rebound led by Materials and Financials By mid-afternoon, the market’s leadership was clear: Materials jumped to record levels and Financials bounced strongly after a difficult month, with investors
12 December 2025
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Nebius Group N.V. (NBIS) Stock News, Forecasts and Outlook: What Investors Are Watching on Dec. 12, 2025

Nebius Group N.V. (NBIS) Stock News, Forecasts and Outlook: What Investors Are Watching on Dec. 12, 2025

Dec. 12, 2025 — Nebius Group N.V. (NASDAQ: NBIS) is trading around $94 on Friday, a level that captures the market’s current mood toward one of the most closely watched “AI infrastructure” names: optimistic about demand, anxious about the bill. The company sits in the “neocloud” lane—selling access to high-end GPU compute (and the software layer around it) for AI training and inference—at a moment when hyperscalers and enterprises are racing to secure capacity. That has translated into blockbuster contract headlines, surging revenue growth, and equally dramatic capital spending. The result: a stock that can feel less like a calm
12 December 2025
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Credo Technology Group (CRDO) Stock News Today: Earnings Beat, Insider Sales, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 12, 2025)

Credo Technology Group (CRDO) Stock News Today: Earnings Beat, Insider Sales, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 12, 2025)

(SEO): Credo Technology Group (NASDAQ: CRDO) is swinging sharply after a blowout quarter and raised guidance. Here’s the latest news, analyst targets, and key risks as of Dec. 12, 2025. Dec. 12, 2025 — Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRDO) is having one of those “welcome to high-beta AI infrastructure” weeks: massive fundamental momentum, a cluster of bullish analyst notes, and—inevitably—fresh insider-selling headlines that can rattle short-term sentiment. As of the latest available trade snapshot on Dec. 12, CRDO was around $154 per share, with a market capitalization of roughly $32.5 billion and a trailing P/E ratio above 150—a
12 December 2025
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Merck (MRK) Stock News, Forecasts & Analyst Outlook — What Investors Are Watching on December 12, 2025

Merck (MRK) Stock News, Forecasts & Analyst Outlook — What Investors Are Watching on December 12, 2025

Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE: MRK) heads into mid‑December with its stock back near the psychologically important $100 level—and with the kind of headline mix that makes long-term pharma investing feel like chess played on a trampoline: upbeat analyst upgrades and pipeline optimism on one side, and fresh regulatory scrutiny plus the ever-present “Keytruda patent cliff” narrative on the other. As of the latest close, Merck shares finished at about $99.01 after a positive session, though they lagged some large-cap pharma peers on the day. MarketWatch Below is a detailed, publication-ready roundup of the most current MRK stock news, forecasts,
12 December 2025
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Lloyds share price steadies after buyback update and BoE rate jitters — what to watch next week

Lloyds share price steadies after buyback update and BoE rate jitters — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
LONDON, February 7, 2026, 08:48 GMT — Market closed Lloyds Banking Group shares finished Friday higher after the lender flagged another round of share buybacks, helping to steady the stock at the end of a volatile two-day swing driven by shifting expectations for UK interest rates. With London markets closed for the weekend, the focus moves to Monday’s open and whether rate-cut pricing keeps easing pressure on bank earnings. Lloyds is a UK-focused lender, and investors tend to treat it as a clean play on domestic growth, mortgages and the direction of Bank Rate. That makes the stock quick to
Vodafone shares steady up after Q3 wobble — Germany, buyback and next results now set the tone

Vodafone shares steady up after Q3 wobble — Germany, buyback and next results now set the tone

7 February 2026
Vodafone shares rose 1.47% to 110.60p Friday, recovering part of Thursday’s 4.68% drop after a Q3 update. Group revenue climbed 6.5% to €10.5 billion, but Germany’s 0.7% service revenue growth missed some forecasts. Vodafone launched a new €500 million buyback tranche, bringing total buybacks since May to €3.5 billion. Investors remain focused on Germany’s pace and cash flow execution.
NatWest Group stock: buyback filing and Rightmove mortgage deal set up a busy week

NatWest Group stock: buyback filing and Rightmove mortgage deal set up a busy week

7 February 2026
NatWest shares closed up 1.45% at 659.4 pence Friday, buoyed by a buyback of 797,428 shares and a new digital mortgage deal with Rightmove. The Bank of England held rates at 3.75% but signaled possible cuts, with markets pricing in two reductions for 2026. NatWest plans to expand its Accelerator community to 50,000 members by 2026. Annual results are due Feb. 13.
Unilever share price holds at 5,250p as results week looms — what investors watch next

Unilever share price holds at 5,250p as results week looms — what investors watch next

7 February 2026
Unilever shares closed flat at 5,250p in London Friday, underperforming the FTSE 100’s 0.6% gain. The company issued 4.2 million new shares for employee plans, bringing total shares to over 2.18 billion. Investors await Q4 and full-year results on Feb. 12, with analyst consensus pointing to 3.9% Q4 sales growth. Unilever’s U.S. ADR rose 0.8% to $72.12.
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