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ASX Biggest Losers Today: Austal, Metcash and Nanosonics Slide Even as the ASX 200 Surges (December 12, 2025)

Australia’s sharemarket rallied on Friday, 12 December 2025, but several ASX shares sank sharply. Here are today’s biggest stock losers on the ASX, what’s behind the falls, and what analysts are watching next. SYDNEY, December 12, 2025 — Australia’s sharemarket powered higher on Friday, with the S&P/ASX 200 up about 1.2% to around 8,692 in afternoon trade, helped by strength in materials and banks and a powerful run in gold-linked names.ABC+ 1 But even on a broadly green day, the “biggest losers” list still matters—because sharp declines often surface stock-specific catalysts (foreign investment rulings, trading halts, ex-dividend drops, sector rotations)

12 December 2025

ASX News·ASX:AZL·ASX:MTS·ASX:NAN·Stock Market

Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 12.12.2025

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12 December 2025

ASX:FMG

Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) Stock: Share Price Jumps to A$27.34 as Gold Strengthens — News, Forecasts & Key Catalysts (Dec. 12, 2025)

Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) shares advanced on Friday, December 12, 2025, as gold stocks outperformed on the Australian market and investors digested a fresh mix of company updates: a major FY26 exploration push, a long-dated renewable power deal at Kalgoorlie, and ongoing execution risk around expansion projects that could shape the miner’s cost base and production profile for years. Below is a detailed, up-to-date roundup of what moved the stock, the latest company news, and what analysts (and consensus models) are forecasting from 12.12.2025. Northern Star share price on 12 December 2025: what the market is saying Northern Star

12 December 2025

ASX:NST·Financial Forecasts·Stock Market

Fortescue Ltd Stock (ASX:FMG) Today: Share Price Near 52‑Week Highs, Analyst Forecasts, Dividend Outlook and What’s Next (Dec 12, 2025)

Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) is ending the week with its share price hovering near 12‑month highs, as investors weigh a familiar iron ore cycle against a not-so-familiar corporate storyline: Fortescue wants to be more than “just” an iron ore producer, pitching itself as a technology, energy and metals group while still relying on Pilbara tonnes to pay the bills. Intelligent Investor+2Reuters+2 As of Friday, December 12, 2025, FMG is trading around A$22.93–A$22.98 (delayed quotes), after moving through an intraday range roughly A$22.64 to A$23.20. Intelligent Investor+1Depending on the data provider (and whether they emphasize intraday vs. closing highs), FMG is

12 December 2025

ASX:FMG·Stock Market

CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) Stock News Today: Buyback Update, Seqirus Uncertainty, and Analyst Forecasts for 2026

Published: December 12, 2025 CSL Limited stock (ASX: CSL) is back in the spotlight on December 12, 2025, with fresh disclosure showing the company’s on-market share buyback is still running at pace—while investors continue weighing a messy mix of catalysts: vaccine-market volatility, government scrutiny of Australia’s “sovereign manufacturing” deals, and a pipeline story that just landed in The New England Journal of Medicine. As of today, Investing.com shows CSL trading around A$182.42, versus a previous close of A$178.81, with an intraday range of A$179.45–A$182.72 and a 52-week range of A$168.00–A$290.32. Investing.com Below is a detailed wrap of the most relevant

12 December 2025

ASX:CSL·Stock Market

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

ASX:NAB·Dividends·Stock Market

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

ASX:WBC

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

ASX:BHP·Mining Industry·Stock Market

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

ASX:MQG·Stock Market

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

ASX:CBA·Stock Market

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

ASX:EVN·ASX:NST·Financial Forecasts·NYSE:NEM·Stock Market

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

ASX Updates·ASX:RHY·Stock Market

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

Stock Market

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

ASX:EVN·ASX:NST·NYSE:NEM·NYSE:ORCL·Stock Market

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

Stock Market

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

Earnings Reports·NASDAQ:CRDO·Stock Market

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

NYSE:MRK·Stock Market

PepsiCo Stock (NASDAQ: PEP) News Today: Elliott Deal, Price Cuts, and 2026 Forecasts as Wall Street Weighs the Turnaround

Updated Dec. 12, 2025 PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) stock is back in the spotlight on December 12, 2025, after a fast-moving week of headlines tied to activist investor Elliott Investment Management, a newly detailed operating reset in North America, and an unusually early preliminary 2026 outlook from the company. Reuters+1 As of the latest available quote, PepsiCo shares were around $149. MarketBeat The investment question now is brutally simple (and very consumer-staples-coded): Can PepsiCo trade a bit of near-term pain—price investments, SKU cuts, restructuring—into a durable recovery in volumes and margins? Below is a full roundup of what’s driving the

12 December 2025

Financial Forecasts·NASDAQ:PEP·Stock Market

IREN Limited Stock News Today (NASDAQ: IREN): Microsoft AI Cloud Deal, $2.3B Convertible Notes, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 12, 2025)

IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) is ending 2025 the way it spent most of the year: at the intersection of two notoriously emotional markets—Bitcoin mining and AI infrastructure. The stock has been volatile in December as investors digest a major balance-sheet reshuffle (convertible notes plus a large equity raise) designed to fund a fast-moving AI cloud buildout anchored by a blockbuster Microsoft contract. GlobeNewswire+2GlobeNewswire+2 As of 01:15 UTC on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, IREN traded at $43.94, with an intraday range of $40.88 to $44.47 on volume of roughly 26.5 million shares (timing suggests late U.S. Thursday/early Friday UTC prints). Below

12 December 2025

NASDAQ:IREN·Technology

Park Medi World IPO vs Nephrocare Health IPO: Subscription, GMP and Key Details on Dec 12, 2025

Park Medi World and Nephrocare Health Services IPOs close today. Here’s the latest on subscription status, grey market premium (GMP), price band, key dates, and what analysts are saying. Moneycontrol+2Moneycontrol+2 Dec 12, 2025 (Friday) is crunch day for India’s primary market watchers: two healthcare mainboard IPOs—Park Medi World and Nephrocare Health Services—are in their final session of bidding, with investors tracking subscription momentum, grey market cues, and broker views right up to the close. Moneycontrol+2Moneycontrol+2 Both issues are positioned as plays on India’s expanding healthcare demand, but they sit in very different corners of the sector: Below is what’s new

12 December 2025

Stock Market

ASX Biggest Losers Today: Austal, Metcash and Nanosonics Slide Even as the ASX 200 Surges (December 12, 2025)

Stock Market Today 12.12.2025

Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) Stock: Share Price Jumps to A$27.34 as Gold Strengthens — News, Forecasts & Key Catalysts (Dec. 12, 2025)

Fortescue Ltd Stock (ASX:FMG) Today: Share Price Near 52‑Week Highs, Analyst Forecasts, Dividend Outlook and What’s Next (Dec 12, 2025)

CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) Stock News Today: Buyback Update, Seqirus Uncertainty, and Analyst Forecasts for 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PepsiCo Stock (NASDAQ: PEP) News Today: Elliott Deal, Price Cuts, and 2026 Forecasts as Wall Street Weighs the Turnaround

IREN Limited Stock News Today (NASDAQ: IREN): Microsoft AI Cloud Deal, $2.3B Convertible Notes, and Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 12, 2025)

Park Medi World IPO vs Nephrocare Health IPO: Subscription, GMP and Key Details on Dec 12, 2025

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