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MCE Holdings Outlook (Dec 20, 2025): HLIB Keeps “Buy” as New Revenue Streams, Auto Hub and Perodua EV Supply Chain Set Up a Stronger 2026

MCE Holdings Outlook (Dec 20, 2025): HLIB Keeps “Buy” as New Revenue Streams, Auto Hub and Perodua EV Supply Chain Set Up a Stronger 2026

MCE Holdings reported a 13.6% drop in 1QFY2026 net profit to RM4.19 million, with revenue down 4.6% to RM39.52 million, citing reduced orders and higher transition costs. No dividend was declared. Shares last traded at RM1.54. Hong Leong Investment Bank maintained its BUY call, expecting new revenue streams and model launches to boost upcoming quarters.
20 December 2025
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ANZ Group Holdings Limited Stock (ASX: ANZ): $250m Federal Court Penalty, AGM Pay “Strike”, Dividend Paid — and Analyst Forecasts as of 20 Dec 2025

ANZ Group Holdings Limited Stock (ASX: ANZ): $250m Federal Court Penalty, AGM Pay “Strike”, Dividend Paid — and Analyst Forecasts as of 20 Dec 2025

Australia’s Federal Court ordered ANZ to pay A$250 million in penalties for misconduct across institutional and retail banking, the largest such penalty secured by ASIC. The ruling covers failures in government bond management, customer hardship responses, misleading statements on interest rates, and fees charged to deceased customers. ANZ shares last traded at A$36.03, near analyst target ranges. Nuno Matos recently took over as CEO.
20 December 2025
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Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) Stock Today: Share Price Pullback, Alta Copper Deal, Green Iron Push and 2026 Iron Ore Forecasts (Dec. 20, 2025)

Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) Stock Today: Share Price Pullback, Alta Copper Deal, Green Iron Push and 2026 Iron Ore Forecasts (Dec. 20, 2025)

Fortescue shares fell 3.23% to A$21.88 on Friday, Dec. 19, with trading volume more than double the average, after hitting a 52-week high of A$23.38 on Dec. 11. The drop came as the company faces a tougher iron ore market, a planned Alta Copper buyout, and a shift toward green iron and electrification projects.
20 December 2025
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Prediction Markets Go Mainstream in 2025: DraftKings Launches Predictions App, Coinbase Sues States, and Polymarket’s POLY Token Buzz Builds

Prediction Markets Go Mainstream in 2025: DraftKings Launches Predictions App, Coinbase Sues States, and Polymarket’s POLY Token Buzz Builds

DraftKings launched DraftKings Predictions, a CFTC-regulated app for trading event contracts, now live in 38 states with some restrictions. Coinbase filed lawsuits against Connecticut, Illinois, and Michigan, arguing that prediction markets should be regulated federally, not by state gambling authorities. Polymarket also reported renewed growth.
20 December 2025
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Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) Stock: Latest News, Share Price Forecasts, and What to Watch in 2026

Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) Stock: Latest News, Share Price Forecasts, and What to Watch in 2026

Northern Star Resources shares closed at A$25.82 on 19 December 2025, down 3.37% after gold prices slipped. The company announced a A$225 million exploration budget for FY26, focusing 73% on in-mine growth across Kalgoorlie, Yandal, and Pogo. Gold surged 64% in 2025 to a record US$4,381/oz, but Northern Star’s stock remains closely tied to bullion sentiment and operational execution.
20 December 2025
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock (ASX:CBA): Latest Share Price, News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (20 Dec 2025)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock (ASX:CBA): Latest Share Price, News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (20 Dec 2025)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia closed at A$157.75 on 19 December 2025, up 1.77%, with a market cap near A$263.76 billion. The stock remains 18% below its 52-week high, as analysts debate its valuation amid steady RBA rates at 3.60%. CBA paid A$792,000 in penalties after an ACCC resolution over Consumer Data Right rule breaches. The next RBA meeting is set for early February 2026.
20 December 2025
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PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, Price Targets and Key Catalysts as of 20 December 2025

PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS): Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, Price Targets and Key Catalysts as of 20 December 2025

PLS Group Limited, formerly Pilbara Minerals, named Alex Willcocks as CFO effective May 2026 and announced Robert Nicholson will join the board in January 2026, replacing Steve Scudamore. The company’s shares last traded at A$3.93, valuing it at about A$12.65 billion. PLS continues to focus on its Pilgangoora operation and growth projects in Brazil and South Korea.
20 December 2025
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Australia Stock Market Today (20 December 2025): ASX 200 Ends Week Higher as Tech and Banks Rebound, Uranium Surges, and ANZ Hit with Record $250m Penalty

Australia Stock Market Today (20 December 2025): ASX 200 Ends Week Higher as Tech and Banks Rebound, Uranium Surges, and ANZ Hit with Record $250m Penalty

Australia’s stock market is closed Saturday, December 20, 2025, after the S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.47% Friday, led by tech and banks. Small caps outperformed, with the Small Ordinaries up 1.9%. Despite the rebound, the weekly streak ended. ANZ faced a record penalty, and Netwealth fell on compensation concerns.
20 December 2025
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Know Before Monday’s Market Open

Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) Stock After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Know Before Monday’s Market Open

Vertex Pharmaceuticals closed up 1.97% at $456.20 Friday, ending a three-day slide on volume of about 5.56 million shares, far above its 50-day average. After-hours trading was quiet, with the stock quoted near $456.49 as of 7:40 p.m. ET. No major company news drove the move; trading reflected broad market gains and heavy year-end positioning.
20 December 2025
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Linde (LIN) Stock After the Bell on Dec. 19, 2025: After-Hours Move, Today’s Headlines, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Linde (LIN) Stock After the Bell on Dec. 19, 2025: After-Hours Move, Today’s Headlines, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Linde plc closed at $421.43 on December 19, up 0.58%, and edged higher to $422.45 in after-hours trading. Volume reached about 6 million shares, nearly double its average. No new company news was posted; trading reflected broader market positioning and options expiration. Linde remains about 13% below its 52-week high.
20 December 2025
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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 20.12.2025

ICICI Prudential AMC is set to list on the NSE with an expected price of ₹2,675-₹2,690, reflecting a 20% premium in grey market trading. UPS shares have climbed 10% in a month to $102.08 but remain negative for the year, with analysts citing execution risk and potential pullbacks if momentum fades.
20 December 2025
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MCE Holdings Outlook: Perodua QV-E Battery Leasing Raises Near‑Term Questions, but New Revenue Streams Point to Stronger Quarters

MCE Holdings Outlook: Perodua QV-E Battery Leasing Raises Near‑Term Questions, but New Revenue Streams Point to Stronger Quarters

Perodua expanded QV-E EV bookings from nine to 34 outlets across Peninsular Malaysia on 19 December 2025, responding to buyer feedback and aiming to ease adoption of its new battery leasing model. MCE Holdings’ shares fell from RM1.91 in October to RM1.56 amid market caution over early EV uptake, despite analysts citing new revenue streams and Perodua’s EV platform as long-term positives.
20 December 2025
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PepsiCo Stock (PEP) After Hours: Shares Dip After the Dec. 19, 2025 Close — Key News, Fresh Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Next Session

PepsiCo Stock (PEP) After Hours: Shares Dip After the Dec. 19, 2025 Close — Key News, Fresh Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Next Session

PepsiCo shares closed at $148.16 on Friday, down 0.81%, and slipped further to about $148.00 in after-hours trading, even as major indexes rose. The move came on heavy “triple witching” volume. Bank of America raised its price target for PepsiCo to $164 but kept a Neutral rating, citing questions about consumer demand in 2026.
20 December 2025
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Coinbase Stock (COIN) After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Lawsuits, Stablecoin Deals and Bitcoin Moves to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Coinbase Stock (COIN) After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Lawsuits, Stablecoin Deals and Bitcoin Moves to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Coinbase closed Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, at $245.12, up 2.47%, with about 10.61 million shares traded, then edged to $245.78 after hours. The move followed a volatile week tied to Bitcoin’s rebound and news that Coinbase filed federal lawsuits against Connecticut, Michigan, and Illinois over regulation of prediction markets. The company plans to launch CFTC-regulated event contracts in January 2026.
20 December 2025
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Carnival (CCL) Stock Surges After Earnings, Dividend Return and NYSE-Only Listing Plan — What to Know Before the Next Market Open

Carnival (CCL) Stock Surges After Earnings, Dividend Return and NYSE-Only Listing Plan — What to Know Before the Next Market Open

Carnival Corporation shares closed up 9.81% at $31.12 on December 19, 2025, after reporting record annual revenue of $26.6 billion and reinstating its quarterly dividend at $0.15 per share. The company also announced plans to unify its dual-listed structure and exit the London Stock Exchange. Trading volume topped 84 million shares. After-hours trading was flat near $31.13.
20 December 2025
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Sandisk (SNDK) Stock After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: What’s Driving the Move and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Sandisk (SNDK) Stock After Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: What’s Driving the Move and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Sandisk shares closed Friday up 8.27% at $237.61, then gained another 0.75% to $239.39 in after-hours trading on volume of 1.43 million shares. The stock swung between $221.00 and $243.71 during the session. Activity tracked sector momentum after Micron’s earnings and coincided with Quadruple Witching options expiry. U.S. markets reopen Monday, Dec. 22.
20 December 2025
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Biogen Stock (BIIB) After-Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Why Shares Jumped, Where They Closed After the Bell, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Biogen Stock (BIIB) After-Hours on Dec. 19, 2025: Why Shares Jumped, Where They Closed After the Bell, and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Biogen shares closed up 2.88% at $174.80 Friday, with trading volume surging to about 15 million shares, far above the 50-day average. The move followed bullish analyst commentary from RBC Capital, which reiterated an “Outperform” rating and a $210 price target. After-hours, BIIB edged higher to $176.23. Renewed focus on Alzheimer’s treatments and pipeline prospects drove activity.
20 December 2025
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  • Intel Stock Surges 97.74% in 30 Days but Faces Overvaluation Concerns
    May 3, 2026, 8:01 PM EDT. Intel (INTC) shares jumped 97.74% over the past 30 days, fueled by momentum rather than a single catalyst. The stock trades at $99.62, significantly above the average analyst target of $79.05. However, valuation models estimate a fair value near $36.54, suggesting Intel is 172.6% overvalued amid ongoing restructuring and transition to advanced chip technologies like 7nm. While AI infrastructure demand supports the rally, risks remain from potential delays in Intel's foundry development and fluctuating AI spending. Investors face a divided outlook, balancing rapid gains with long-term growth uncertainties.

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Navitas Semiconductor Stock Is Running Hot. Tuesday Will Test the AI Power Story

Navitas Semiconductor Stock Is Running Hot. Tuesday Will Test the AI Power Story

4 May 2026
Navitas Semiconductor shares rose 5.76% to $17.45 Friday on heavy volume ahead of first-quarter results due Tuesday. The company forecast Q1 revenue of $8.0–$8.5 million after posting a $41.4 million loss last quarter. Management highlighted new high-power chips for AI data centers but warned that design wins do not guarantee near-term sales. CEO Chris Allexandre and CFO Tonya Stevens will discuss results May 5.
Eaton Stock Faces May 5 Test as AI Data Center Bets Meet Earnings Reality

Eaton Stock Faces May 5 Test as AI Data Center Bets Meet Earnings Reality

4 May 2026
Eaton will report first-quarter results before the NYSE opens Tuesday, following its Boyd Thermal acquisition and push into AI data-center power systems. Shares closed Friday at $425.55, down 1.72%, with a market value near $166 billion. Wall Street expects adjusted earnings of $2.75 per share for the March quarter. Investors are watching for signs that AI data-center demand is driving orders and profit.
Blue Owl Capital Faces Fresh Private-Credit Test After Brown Slashes OBDC Stake

Blue Owl Capital Faces Fresh Private-Credit Test After Brown Slashes OBDC Stake

4 May 2026
Brown University cut its stake in Blue Owl Capital Corp’s main private-credit fund by 53%, holding 1.5 million OBDC shares at March 31, down from 3.2 million at the end of 2025. Blue Owl’s quarterly filing showed revenue rose to $753.8 million, net income doubled to $15.5 million, but its direct-lending strategy posted a 1.1% net loss as repayments outpaced new loans.
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