OCBC share price ends higher above S$20; investors eye February results and dividend clues

OCBC share price ends higher above S$20; investors eye February results and dividend clues

OCBC shares closed at S$20.44 on Friday, up 0.34%, with 5.2 million shares traded. The bank’s Sydney branch has applied to list A$1.2 billion in floating-rate bonds on the Singapore Exchange, set to start trading Jan. 16. Investors await OCBC’s full-year results on Feb. 25 for updates on dividends and margins. Singapore’s market is closed for the weekend.
17 January 2026
DBS share price holds near highs as analysts debate dividend trade and rate risk

DBS share price holds near highs as analysts debate dividend trade and rate risk

DBS shares closed at S$59.12 on Friday, up 0.39%, as Singapore bank stocks held steady ahead of the weekend. Analysts remain split on further upside, citing resilient dividends but warning that falling rates could pressure margins. Traders are watching for DBS’ Feb. 9 results and possible “significant risk transfer” deals as the next catalysts. OCBC ended at S$20.44 and UOB at S$36.74.
South32 share price holds near recent highs as silver frenzy cools — what to watch next week

South32 share price holds near recent highs as silver frenzy cools — what to watch next week

South32 shares closed at A$4.16 on Friday, up 0.48% after a sharp rise Thursday, with 22.1 million shares traded. Silver prices fell from record highs as retail investors crowded into ETFs, while copper sentiment remained volatile. South32’s December-quarter results are due January 22. The company will announce its interim dividend on February 12.
Woodside Energy share price: JERA winter LNG deal and oil swings set up the next ASX session

Woodside Energy share price: JERA winter LNG deal and oil swings set up the next ASX session

Woodside Energy shares fell 1.42% to A$23.68 Friday, trimming earlier weekly gains after a sharp drop in crude prices. The company announced a five-year LNG supply deal with Japan’s JERA, covering three annual cargoes from 2027. Woodside’s Scarborough project is over 91% complete, with first LNG expected in late 2026. Investors await fourth-quarter results on Jan. 28.
17 January 2026
Walmart’s CEO handover sparks sweeping exec shake-up — new bosses for U.S., International and Sam’s Club

Walmart’s CEO handover sparks sweeping exec shake-up — new bosses for U.S., International and Sam’s Club

Walmart will install John Furner as CEO on Feb. 1, replacing Doug McMillon. David Guggina will lead Walmart U.S., Chris Nicholas will head Walmart International, and Latriece Watkins will run Sam’s Club. Kathryn McLay, outgoing international chief, will depart after the transition. An SEC filing shows Furner’s pay package includes $1.5 million salary and $27 million in stock awards.
17 January 2026

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Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

Broadcom Stock Gets a Google AI Spend Lift as Jefferies Sees 60% Upside

7 February 2026
Google raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $175 billion–$185 billion, with most spending expected on data-center chips. Broadcom shares rose about 2% after the announcement, while Nvidia and AMD slipped. Jefferies reiterated a buy rating on Broadcom, maintaining a $500 price target, implying a 62% upside from Wednesday’s close.
No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

No $2,000 IRS stimulus check is coming in February 2026 — but Trump’s tariff-check talk keeps the rumors alive

7 February 2026
The IRS has not announced new federal stimulus payments for February 2026, and Congress has not approved fresh checks. Trump told NBC he is considering $2,000 tariff rebate checks but has not committed, saying any payout would likely come later in 2026. The IRS warns taxpayers to ignore texts and emails about “stimulus payments” and verify notices through official channels.
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