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United Kingdom Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Holiday Pause, BP Castrol Deal and 2026 Outlook (25 Dec 2025)

United Kingdom Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Holiday Pause, BP Castrol Deal and 2026 Outlook (25 Dec 2025)

The London Stock Exchange is closed for Christmas and Boxing Day, with trading set to resume after the long weekend. The FTSE 100 slipped 0.2% in a quiet half-day session on Christmas Eve. BP agreed to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for about $6 billion, valuing Castrol at $10.1 billion. The Bank of England recently cut rates to 3.75%.
25 December 2025
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Electronic Arts Shareholders Approve $55 Billion Saudi PIF-Led Takeover: What Happens Next as EA Moves Toward Going Private

Electronic Arts Shareholders Approve $55 Billion Saudi PIF-Led Takeover: What Happens Next as EA Moves Toward Going Private

Electronic Arts shareholders approved a $55 billion all-cash buyout led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, with 201.5 million votes in favor and 1.9 million against. The deal, at $210 per share, now awaits regulatory review in the U.S. and other major markets. If approved, PIF will control about 93% of EA.
25 December 2025
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Castrol India Stock in Focus on 25 Dec 2025: Open Offer at ₹194.04 After BP Sells Castrol Stake to Stonepeak

Castrol India Stock in Focus on 25 Dec 2025: Open Offer at ₹194.04 After BP Sells Castrol Stake to Stonepeak

BP agreed to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for $10.1 billion, triggering a mandatory open offer for up to 26% of Castrol India at ₹194.04 per share. CPP Investments will invest up to $1.05 billion for an indirect stake. Castrol India shares jumped 9% to ₹202.40 on December 24 after the news. The transaction is expected to close by end-2026, pending regulatory approvals.
25 December 2025
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Hindustan Zinc Share Price Today (25 Dec 2025): HINDZINC Rallies to Fresh Highs on Silver Surge — Latest News, Results, and Analyst Targets

Hindustan Zinc Share Price Today (25 Dec 2025): HINDZINC Rallies to Fresh Highs on Silver Surge — Latest News, Results, and Analyst Targets

Hindustan Zinc shares closed at ₹624.85 on December 24, up 2.47%, near a 52-week high as silver prices surged. The company reported 2Q FY26 revenue of ₹8,549 crore and profit after tax of ₹2,649 crore. Refined saleable silver output reached 144 tonnes for the quarter. Indian markets were closed December 25 for Christmas.
25 December 2025
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BSE Ltd Stock News and Outlook: Monthly Index Options Plan, BANKEX Revamp, Broker Targets and Key Risks (Dec 25, 2025)

BSE Ltd Stock News and Outlook: Monthly Index Options Plan, BANKEX Revamp, Broker Targets and Key Risks (Dec 25, 2025)

Indian markets are shut today (Thursday, December 25, 2025) for Christmas, but the conversation around BSE Ltd stock isn’t taking a holiday. Trading resumes on Friday, December 26, and investors will be watching whether a fresh round of derivatives-related catalysts can keep BSE’s momentum alive into year-end. Moneycontrol As of the latest available close (December 24), BSE Ltd shares were around ₹2,670.90, down 2.43% on the day, with a 52-week range of roughly ₹1,227 to ₹3,030. Moneycontrol The near-term narrative has two big moving parts: Below is a detailed, publication-ready roundup of the latest news, forecasts, and analyses shaping BSE
25 December 2025
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Vedanta Limited Share Price Today: VEDL Near 52-Week High as Demerger Countdown Fuels Fresh Stock Forecasts for 2026

Vedanta Limited Share Price Today: VEDL Near 52-Week High as Demerger Countdown Fuels Fresh Stock Forecasts for 2026

Vedanta shares closed at ₹598.15 on December 24, just below a 52-week high, as markets shut for Christmas on December 25. The National Company Law Tribunal has approved Vedanta’s plan to split into five listed entities, with the power unit’s order still pending. CRISIL kept some ratings on “Watch Developing” citing unresolved details on debt and asset allocation. Vedanta aims to complete the demerger by March 2026.
25 December 2025
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Meesho Limited Stock (NSE: MEESHO, BSE: 544632) on Dec 25, 2025: Latest Share Price, Post-IPO Whiplash, and Analyst Targets

Meesho Limited Stock (NSE: MEESHO, BSE: 544632) on Dec 25, 2025: Latest Share Price, Post-IPO Whiplash, and Analyst Targets

Meesho shares closed near ₹197 on December 24, about 77% above the IPO price of ₹111, after a volatile two-week run. The stock hit highs near ₹255 and lows around ₹154, following a heavily oversubscribed IPO and sharp post-listing swings. Recent sessions saw steep corrections and price bands triggered as the market reassessed risk. Investors remain focused on whether the volatility signals routine new listing dynamics or deeper concerns.
25 December 2025
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HDFC Bank Share Price Today: Q3 FY26 Results Date, Latest News, Analyst Targets and Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025)

HDFC Bank Share Price Today: Q3 FY26 Results Date, Latest News, Analyst Targets and Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025)

HDFC Bank stock closed at ₹997.2 on December 24, about 2%–3% below its 52-week high, with markets shut for Christmas on December 25. The bank’s board will meet January 17 to approve Q3 FY26 results, and trading in its shares is restricted for insiders from December 25 to January 19. Recent news includes regulatory approval for increased exposure to IndusInd Bank and overseas liquidity moves.
25 December 2025
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Shriram Finance Share Price Outlook: MUFG’s ₹39,618 Crore Stake Deal, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Next (Dec 25, 2025)

Shriram Finance Share Price Outlook: MUFG’s ₹39,618 Crore Stake Deal, Analyst Targets, and What to Watch Next (Dec 25, 2025)

Japan’s MUFG will buy a 20% stake in Shriram Finance for ₹39,618 crore, marking the largest cross-border investment in India’s financial sector, according to Reuters. Shriram Finance shares closed at ₹974 on December 24, hitting a 52-week high of ₹983.70 before markets shut for Christmas. MUFG will also pay a $200 million non-compete fee to Shriram Ownership Trust, pending shareholder approval.
25 December 2025
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India Stock Market Today (25 December 2025): NSE, BSE Closed for Christmas; Sensex, Nifty Snap a Winning Streak, RBI Liquidity Boost in Focus, Friday Outlook

India Stock Market Today (25 December 2025): NSE, BSE Closed for Christmas; Sensex, Nifty Snap a Winning Streak, RBI Liquidity Boost in Focus, Friday Outlook

India’s stock market is shut today, Thursday, 25 December 2025, as the BSE and NSE observe Christmas as a trading holiday—marking the final scheduled market holiday of calendar year 2025. Trading will resume on Friday, 26 December 2025, with investors returning to a market that has been range-bound near record highs, supported by domestic flows, while currency moves and central-bank liquidity steps remain key swing factors. Business Standard Even with Dalal Street closed, the market conversation is active: Wednesday’s pre-holiday session saw modest profit-taking, India VIX remains at historically low levels, and the Reserve Bank of India’s latest liquidity injection
25 December 2025
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VIP Industries Share Price Today: VIPIND jumps after Multiples PE buys 26% from promoters; open-offer context, Q2 losses, and analyst targets (Dec 25, 2025)

VIP Industries Share Price Today: VIPIND jumps after Multiples PE buys 26% from promoters; open-offer context, Q2 losses, and analyst targets (Dec 25, 2025)

A 26% stake in VIP Industries changed hands in block deals on December 24, with Multiples PE funds and Samvibhag Securities buying shares at around ₹388 each, totaling over ₹1,400 crore. The stock closed up 11.6% at ₹408.05 after volatile trading. Sellers included existing promoters, who reduced their holdings sharply. The ₹388 price matches the ongoing open offer anchor set by SEBI.
25 December 2025
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Hindustan Copper Share Price Today (Dec 25, 2025): HINDCOPPER Near ₹437 After a 15‑Year High—Copper Rally, LIC Stake Cut, Expansion Plans and 2026 Targets in Focus

Hindustan Copper Share Price Today (Dec 25, 2025): HINDCOPPER Near ₹437 After a 15‑Year High—Copper Rally, LIC Stake Cut, Expansion Plans and 2026 Targets in Focus

Hindustan Copper shares hit a multi-year high of ₹436.55 on December 24, 2025, marking their strongest level since 2010. The stock is up over 70% year-to-date, driven by a global copper rally, strong demand from EVs and AI, and supply constraints. Indian markets were closed December 25 for Christmas.
25 December 2025
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JBM Auto Share Price Today: JBMA Stock Jumps on Heavy Volume — What’s Driving the Move, Key Levels, and Analyst Targets (Dec 25, 2025)

JBM Auto Share Price Today: JBMA Stock Jumps on Heavy Volume — What’s Driving the Move, Key Levels, and Analyst Targets (Dec 25, 2025)

JBM Auto shares surged nearly 11% to close around ₹640 on December 24, 2025, amid a spike in trading volumes to about 38.8 million shares. Indian markets were closed December 25 for Christmas. The stock’s rally followed an exchange query on volume, with the company stating it had no undisclosed information. Trading resumes December 26.
25 December 2025
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Reliance Industries Share Price & Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025): Russian Oil Headlines, Jio IPO Watch, and Analyst Targets Above ₹1,700

Reliance Industries Share Price & Stock Outlook (Dec 25, 2025): Russian Oil Headlines, Jio IPO Watch, and Analyst Targets Above ₹1,700

Reliance Industries closed at ₹1,558.20 on Dec 24, down 0.80%, with markets shut Dec 25 for Christmas. Bloomberg reports Reliance resumed Russian oil imports from non-sanctioned suppliers for its Jamnagar refinery. Reuters says the company received a one-month US concession to buy Rosneft oil under “wind-down” terms. The stock remains near its 52-week high of ₹1,580.90.
25 December 2025
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OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) Outlook 2026: Record Highs, Dividend Upside, and the Risks Investors Should Watch (as of 25 Dec 2025)

OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) Outlook 2026: Record Highs, Dividend Upside, and the Risks Investors Should Watch (as of 25 Dec 2025)

OCBC shares closed at S$19.78 on 24 Dec 2025, near record highs after setting new peaks earlier in December. The rally has been driven by strong wealth management fee income and expectations of higher capital returns, despite falling interest margins. Bank of Singapore, OCBC’s private bank, reported assets under management above US$145 billion in Q3. Singapore markets were closed on 25 Dec for Christmas.
25 December 2025
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Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX: S68) Stock: Latest News, Dividend Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as of 25 Dec 2025

Singapore Exchange Ltd (SGX: S68) Stock: Latest News, Dividend Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as of 25 Dec 2025

Singapore Exchange shares closed at S$17.26 on 24 December 2025, near multi-year highs. November securities market turnover rose 18% year-on-year to S$35.5 billion, with daily average value up 24%. The Straits Times Index hit a record 4,575.91. SGX launched institutional-only Bitcoin and Ethereum perpetual futures in November.
25 December 2025
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CapitaLand Investment Limited Stock (SGX:9CI) on Dec. 25, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Could Move CLI in 2026

CapitaLand Investment Limited Stock (SGX:9CI) on Dec. 25, 2025: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Could Move CLI in 2026

CapitaLand Investment Limited (SGX:9CI) closed at S$2.69 on Dec. 24, 2025, before Singapore markets shut for Christmas. The company announced it closed a second onshore China sub-fund, China Retail RMB Fund I, with a fund size of RMB 1 billion and CapitaMall Xinduxin as its seed asset. CLI also disclosed the voluntary liquidation of dormant U.S. subsidiaries.
25 December 2025
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Wilmar International Limited Stock (SGX: F34): Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Views as of 25 Dec 2025

Wilmar International Limited Stock (SGX: F34): Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Views as of 25 Dec 2025

Wilmar International last traded at S$3.09 on 24 Dec 2025, with shares steady after a volatile year. The company posted a Q3 net loss of US$347.7 million due to an Indonesia-related payment, but core net profit surged 71.6% to US$357.2 million. Revenue rose 7.4% to US$19.1 billion. Net gearing improved to 0.82x, with net debt at US$16.5 billion as of 30 September.
25 December 2025
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Stock Market Today 08.02.2026

8 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 8, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 8, 2026, 1:07 AM EST Wheaton Precious Metals CEO Succession and Valuation Analysis February 8, 2026, 1:01 AM EST. Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX:WPM) announced Haytham Hodaly will become CEO on March 31, 2026, with Randy Smallwood moving to non-executive Chair. The stock has surged nearly 30% in 90 days and posted a 98% one-year total return. Despite this momentum, shares trade about 22% below an analyst's fair value estimate of CA$190.41. The company boasts strong finances with CA$1 billion cash and a CA$2 billion undrawn credit facility, underpinning growth prospects.
Tower Semiconductor stock jumps again on Nvidia optics tie-up as earnings near

Tower Semiconductor stock jumps again on Nvidia optics tie-up as earnings near

8 February 2026
Tower Semiconductor shares rose 7.7% to $139.04 Friday after announcing a collaboration with Nvidia on AI data-center networking. The stock touched $141 intraday and gained another 1% after hours. Investors await Tower’s Feb. 11 earnings for details on its silicon photonics work. No financial terms or shipment timeline were disclosed.
Longsys Electronics stock heads into Monday after new guarantees; what 301308 investors watch next

Longsys Electronics stock heads into Monday after new guarantees; what 301308 investors watch next

8 February 2026
Longsys disclosed new guarantees for a 100 million yuan Hong Kong loan and a $9 million Brazil credit line, bringing its total approved guarantee quota to 11 billion yuan and outstanding guarantees to 5.81 billion yuan. The company said all guarantees are for consolidated subsidiaries and within approved limits. Shares closed at 288 yuan Friday, down 1.6%. China inflation and credit data are due this week.
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