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Compass Group PLC Stock (CPG.L) News, Forecasts and Analysis on 15 December 2025: Vermaat Deal Cleared as Analysts Target a Rebound

Compass Group PLC Stock (CPG.L) News, Forecasts and Analysis on 15 December 2025: Vermaat Deal Cleared as Analysts Target a Rebound

London — Compass Group PLC (LSE: CPG), the world’s largest contract caterer, is back in the spotlight on 15 December 2025 as investors digest a mix of fresh deal momentum, supportive broker commentary, and a share price that has drifted toward the lower end of its 52‑week range. MarketScreener+2Investing.com+2 Compass Group shares were trading around 2,322p (£23.22) on Monday, only slightly lower on the session, after closing 2,324p on 12 December. Intraday pricing has been choppy but contained, with today’s range roughly 2,318p to 2,334p according to market data services. MarketScreener+1 Compass Group share price today: why CPG stock is
15 December 2025
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Anglo American PLC Stock (AAL.L) Today: Teck Merger Milestones, Copper Outlook, Analyst Forecasts and Key Risks (15 December 2025)

Anglo American PLC Stock (AAL.L) Today: Teck Merger Milestones, Copper Outlook, Analyst Forecasts and Key Risks (15 December 2025)

Anglo American plc stock (LSE: AAL, ticker often shown as AAL.L) is trading in a market that’s trying to price two big things at once: a copper-heavy future shaped by a transformational merger with Teck Resources, and the very real execution risk that comes with mega-deals, regulatory scrutiny, and operational bottlenecks. In London trading on 15 December 2025, Anglo American shares hovered around the mid‑2,800p level (roughly £28–£29 per share), after a volatile stretch that included a sharp drop late last week. FT Markets+1 What matters for Anglo American stock right now Anglo American share price on 15 December 2025:
15 December 2025
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British American Tobacco Stock News (BATS.L / BTI) on Dec. 15, 2025: Buyback Update, Dividend Dates, 2026 Forecast and Analyst Targets

British American Tobacco Stock News (BATS.L / BTI) on Dec. 15, 2025: Buyback Update, Dividend Dates, 2026 Forecast and Analyst Targets

December 15, 2025 British American Tobacco p.l.c. stock is back in focus for income investors and “defensive” equity watchers—because the story is doing that very tobacco-company thing where cash returns look comforting while regulatory and category disruption refuse to be ignored. As of Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, British American Tobacco (LSE: BATS) traded around 4,268p (£42.68), up on the day, after a volatile stretch driven by BAT’s full-year pre-close update, a fresh £1.3 billion buyback plan for FY2026, and renewed debate over U.S. vaping competition and illicit products. London South East Below is a complete, publication-ready roundup of today’s (15.12.2025)
15 December 2025
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International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) Stock Today: Share Price, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (15 December 2025)

International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) Stock Today: Share Price, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (15 December 2025)

International Consolidated Airlines Group S.A. (IAG) — the parent of British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, Vueling and LEVEL — is back in the spotlight on Monday, 15 December 2025, as investors weigh a mix of upbeat industry forecasts, shifting transatlantic travel patterns, and the company’s ongoing shareholder-return narrative. IAG shares trade in London (as CREST Depositary Interests) and in Spain (on the Mercado Continuo via the Spanish stock exchanges), which can occasionally lead to slightly different “ticker” conventions depending on the data vendor — but the underlying story is the same: markets are trying to decide whether IAG’s post-recovery momentum
15 December 2025
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Glencore plc Stock News and Forecasts for 15 December 2025: GLEN Buyback Update, Copper Strategy, and Analyst Targets

Glencore plc Stock News and Forecasts for 15 December 2025: GLEN Buyback Update, Copper Strategy, and Analyst Targets

Glencore plc stock ended the day higher in London as investors digested a fresh share buyback disclosure and a fast-moving commodities backdrop that keeps the miner-trader’s earnings narrative tightly linked to copper, cobalt and coal. As of the close on 15 December 2025, Glencore shares were around 381p on Hargreaves Lansdown’s delayed close feed, up 5.75p (1.53%) versus the prior close, with the session range roughly 378.45p to 381.48p and an indicated market capitalisation of about £44.71 billion. Hargreaves Lansdown Below is what’s moving Glencore plc stock (GLEN) right now, what the latest analyst notes are saying, and which catalysts
15 December 2025
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Reckitt Benckiser Group plc Stock (RKT): Buyback Momentum, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching on 15 December 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group plc Stock (RKT): Buyback Momentum, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching on 15 December 2025

Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (LSE: RKT) has become one of those “quietly loud” UK large-caps: the underlying business (consumer health and hygiene) is designed to be steady, but the equity story in 2025 has been anything but boring. A multi-year reshaping plan, an ongoing £1 billion buyback, an end-of-year divestment deadline, and fresh analyst calls are all colliding as the market heads into the final stretch of 2025. On 15 December 2025, Reckitt shares were trading around 5,972p (about £59.72), down 0.47% on the session on delayed pricing. London South East Below is a detailed look at the latest news
15 December 2025
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Unilever PLC Stock (ULVR): Price, Forecasts and Latest Analyst Calls as of December 15, 2025

Unilever PLC Stock (ULVR): Price, Forecasts and Latest Analyst Calls as of December 15, 2025

Unilever PLC stock is starting the week with investors still digesting one of the biggest portfolio moves in the group’s modern history: the ice cream separation that created The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a newly listed standalone business. While the demerger removes a notoriously complex cold-chain operation from Unilever’s day-to-day mix, it also strips out a familiar earnings stream—so the market’s attention has snapped to a simpler question: can “new Unilever” deliver faster growth and higher margins in beauty, personal care and wellbeing? As of December 15, 2025 (08:01 GMT), Unilever shares (ULVR) were trading at 4,844 GBp, up
15 December 2025
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HSBC Holdings Plc Stock: Hang Seng Bank Buyout Vote Nears, Dividend Signals, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 15, 2025)

HSBC Holdings Plc Stock: Hang Seng Bank Buyout Vote Nears, Dividend Signals, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 15, 2025)

HSBC Holdings Plc (HSBA.L / 0005.HK / HSBC) heads into mid-December with a very “HSBC” mix of catalysts: a large, Asia-centric acquisition moving closer to a shareholder vote, upgraded profitability guidance from management, and fresh consensus estimates that map what the sell side thinks the bank can deliver through 2027. The headline on December 15 is simple: the proposed take-private of Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Bank is advancing through its formal process—important because the deal is big enough to shape how investors think about capital returns, risk exposure to Hong Kong and mainland China property, and HSBC’s strategic pivot under
15 December 2025
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Rio Tinto plc Stock News and Forecast (RIO): What to Watch on 15 December 2025

Rio Tinto plc Stock News and Forecast (RIO): What to Watch on 15 December 2025

Rio Tinto plc stock is starting the week in a classic miner’s tug‑of‑war: commodity prices are swinging, China data is flashing “demand anxiety,” and the company itself is in the middle of a newly announced strategy reset that investors are still digesting. On Monday, 15 December 2025, Australian equities slid and big miners were among the main drags, with Rio Tinto down around the low‑single digits in early trade as copper dropped sharply and iron ore softened. News.com.au At the same time, broader risk sentiment across Asia has been cautious ahead of major central bank meetings and fresh macro data,
15 December 2025
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Barclays PLC Stock (BARC.L) in Focus on 15 December 2025: Buybacks, Rate-Cut Bets, and Evelyn Partners Deal Talk Drive the 2026 Outlook

Barclays PLC Stock (BARC.L) in Focus on 15 December 2025: Buybacks, Rate-Cut Bets, and Evelyn Partners Deal Talk Drive the 2026 Outlook

Barclays PLC stock (LSE: BARC, NYSE ADR: BCS) enters mid-December with two forces pulling at the same time: a powerful European bank rally that has re-rated the sector in 2025, and a growing macro debate over how quickly interest rates will fall in 2026. As of the latest available London close (Friday, 12 December 2025), Barclays shares finished at 444.35p, just below a fresh 52-week high of 454.60p set the same day. FT Markets Barclays has also continued to shrink its share count via buybacks, reporting another multi‑million‑share repurchase update published today (15 December 2025). Investegate Layer on top: Reuters
15 December 2025
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IDFC First Bank Hits Fresh 52-Week High on Heavy Volumes; Pranik Logistics Eyes Rebound from Support — Market Movers (15 December 2025)

IDFC First Bank Hits Fresh 52-Week High on Heavy Volumes; Pranik Logistics Eyes Rebound from Support — Market Movers (15 December 2025)

Indian equities were muted in Monday’s trade (December 15, 2025), but stock-specific action drew outsized attention—especially in banking and select SME counters. Two names stood out on market watchlists: Below is everything that moved the narrative on 15/12/2025, along with the fundamental and technical context investors are using to frame the next move. IDFC First Bank share price today: fresh 52-week high, three-session winning streak IDFC First Bank’s stock marked a new 52-week high of ₹83.18 in the December 15 session, supported by a three-day run that MarketsMojo pegged at a 3.24% cumulative gain. Intraday, market trackers also flagged continued
15 December 2025
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Shell Plc Stock (SHEL) Today: UK Audit Probe, Buybacks, Dividend Timing, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 15, 2025)

Shell Plc Stock (SHEL) Today: UK Audit Probe, Buybacks, Dividend Timing, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 15, 2025)

Shell plc (LSE: SHEL; NYSE: SHEL) is in the spotlight on December 15, 2025, after a fresh regulatory headline in the UK revived investor focus on audit governance—at the same time the energy major continues a sizable share buyback program, approaches a near-term dividend payment date, and faces swirling speculation about portfolio moves from the Gulf of Mexico to Brazil and Southern Africa. shell.com+4Reuters+4Reuters+4 In London, Shell shares opened at 2,707p, following a previous close of 2,686.5p (Dec. 12), according to the London Stock Exchange’s company page. London Stock Exchange In the U.S., Shell’s ADR last closed at $72.33 (Dec.
15 December 2025
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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, 12:11 AM EST CleanSpark (CLSK) Shares Show Volatility Amid Bitcoin Mining Growth Prospects February 7, 2026, 12:02 AM EST. CleanSpark (CLSK), a bitcoin mining firm, saw a sharp 21.96% rise in one day after a 35.26% decline over 90 days. The company posted $785 million in annual revenue but a net loss of $267 million. Despite recent share price volatility, analysts estimate a fair value of $23.16 per share, more than double the current $10.08 price, reflecting expectations of expansion in mining capacity and improved margins. The valuation
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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