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ASX Updates 18 December 2025 - 25 December 2025

Westpac (ASX: WBC) Stock Update on 25 December 2025: Share Price, Dividend, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Next

Westpac shares closed at A$39.14 before the Christmas break, up 20.7% over the past year. FY25 net profit slipped to A$6.99 billion, beating consensus, as operating expenses climbed 9% to A$11.9 billion. Net interest margin narrowed to 1.94%. Home-loan arrears and stressed loans both improved, while analysts remain cautious on the stock’s outlook.

25 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:WBC·NYSE:WBK·Stock Market

Macquarie Group Ltd Stock (ASX: MQG) News, Forecasts and Analyst Outlook as of 25 December 2025

Macquarie Group faces a proposed A$35 million civil penalty over historic short-sale reporting failures, with court approval pending. The ASX last traded Macquarie shares at A$205.03 on 24 December 2025, ahead of the exchange’s Christmas closure. The penalty follows ASIC allegations of misreporting up to 1.5 billion short sales over 15 years.

25 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:MQG·Stock Market

PLS Group Limited (ASX: PLS) Stock Update: Latest News, Analyst Targets and Lithium Outlook (25 December 2025)

PLS Group Limited (ASX: PLS) closed at A$4.38 on 24 December 2025, with no ASX announcements published on Christmas Day. The company has set 30 January 2026 for its December-quarter update and investor call. Recent lithium price gains in China and energy storage demand have driven trading activity. A major shareholder recently reduced its stake.

25 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:PLS·Stock Market

Australia Stock Market Today (25 December 2025): ASX Closed for Christmas as ASX 200 Ends Week Higher, Aussie Dollar Jumps and Miners Watch Record Metals

Australia’s ASX is closed Thursday and Friday for Christmas and Boxing Day, with trading set to resume Monday, 29 December. The ASX 200 last closed down 0.4% at 8,763 in a shortened session, but ended the week up 1.6%. Miners held firm on strong metals prices, while banks slipped. The Australian dollar climbed to about 67 US cents, its highest since October 2024.

25 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:ASX·Stock Market

Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) Stock: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook on 24 December 2025

Northern Star Resources shares traded around A$27.01 on 24 December 2025, up from a previous close of A$26.70, as spot gold hit a record $4,524/oz. The All Ordinaries Gold sub-index reached new highs, with Northern Star rising as much as 1.5% during the session. The company last reported Q1 FY26 gold sales of 381,055 oz at an all-in sustaining cost of A$2,522/oz.

24 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:NST·Financial Forecasts·Stock Market

Lynas Rare Earths Limited Stock Update: ASX 50 Inclusion, Kalgoorlie Power Disruption, and What 2026 Forecasts Say (ASX: LYC)

Lynas Rare Earths joined the S&P/ASX 50 on 22 December 2025, triggering buying by index funds. Shares traded in the low teens (AUD) after a volatile, strong year. The company reported A$200.2 million in quarterly sales and held A$1.06 billion in cash as of 30 September, but revenue missed analyst expectations. Lynas remains the largest rare earths producer outside China, with earnings tied to NdPr magnet demand.

23 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:LYC·Stock Market

Mineral Resources (ASX: MIN) Stock: Latest News, Forecasts and Analysis for 23 December 2025

Mineral Resources Limited closed at A$55.46 on 23 December 2025 after a sharp multi-session rally, hitting the top of its 52-week range at A$56.56. The stock rose 6.17% on 22 December before easing 0.79% the next day. Trading volumes and price action reflect renewed lithium sentiment, recent balance-sheet moves, and progress at the Onslow Iron project.

23 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:MIN·Stock Market

PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX: PLS) News, Forecasts and Analysis for 23 December 2025

PLS Group Limited shares rose 2.4% to A$4.10 on December 23, 2025, after Calix announced construction completion of their joint-venture lithium demonstration plant at Pilgangoora. PLS also set January 30, 2026, for its next quarterly results and investor call. The company changed its name from Pilbara Minerals in late November.

23 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:PLS·Stock Market

PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS) Today: Price Move, Fresh Update on December Quarter Results, and Analyst Forecasts (22 December 2025)

PLS Group Limited (ASX:PLS) traded up 2.67% to A$4.035 on 22 Dec. 2025, following renewed strength in lithium prices and ahead of its December quarterly report, set for release on 30 January 2026. The company, formerly Pilbara Minerals, completed its name change in early December.

22 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:PLS·Stock Market

Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) in Focus: ASIC’s $150m Capital Charge, CHESS Replacement Milestones, and the ASX 200 Outlook Into 2026

Australian regulators have imposed an extra $150 million capital requirement on ASX Limited and demanded stronger governance after an inquiry into its operations. ASIC and the Reserve Bank of Australia plan more intensive supervision of ASX’s clearing and settlement. The final inquiry report is due by 31 March 2026. ASX must hold the added capital until regulators approve its release.

21 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:ASX·Stock Market

Evolution Mining Limited (ASX: EVN) Stock: Latest News, FY26 Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts as Gold Prices Stay Elevated

Evolution Mining closed at A$12.62 on 19 December, near its 52-week high, with a market value of about A$25.6 billion after a 141% one-year gain. The company remains highly exposed to gold prices, which hovered near US$4,340/oz this week, with limited hedging left for FY26. Copper prices and supply outlooks are also drawing investor focus.

21 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:EVN·Stock Market

CSL Limited Stock (ASX: CSL) Outlook on 21 December 2025: Seqirus Spin-Off Delay, Buyback Momentum, and Analyst Price Targets

CSL shares closed at A$175.08 on Friday, down nearly 37% over the past year amid sharp volatility and a revised FY2026 outlook. The company cut revenue and profit growth targets at its October AGM and delayed the planned Seqirus demerger, citing weaker US flu vaccination rates and pricing pressure in China. CSL continues a steady on-market buyback while investing in US manufacturing.

21 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:CSL

PLS Group Limited Stock (ASX:PLS): Latest News, Share Price, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook as of 21 December 2025

PLS Group Limited, formerly Pilbara Minerals, is now trading under its new name after shareholder approval and ASIC registration in late November. Shares closed at A$3.93 on 21 December, up about 79% year-to-date. The September quarter report showed production of 224.8 kt, revenue of A$251 million, and a cash balance of A$852 million. The company maintains full ownership of Pilgangoora and interests in Brazil and South Korea.

21 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:PLS·Stock Market

Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) Update: ASIC Forces Major ASX Ltd Reset as ASX 200 Holds Near 8,600 — Key News, Forecasts and 2026 Outlook

ASIC has forced ASX Ltd into a major operational overhaul after repeated failures, imposing a $150 million capital charge and demanding governance reforms. The regulator’s intervention follows an inquiry that found ASX’s focus on short-term returns undermined its role as critical infrastructure. ASX has cut its dividend payout ratio and lowered its return-on-equity target. Nearly 10,000 documents and 140 interviews informed the probe.

20 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:ASX·Stock Market

Westpac (ASX:WBC) Share Price Today: Latest News, Dividend Update, Analyst Forecasts and 2026 Outlook (20 Dec 2025)

Westpac closed at A$38.76 on Friday, up 1.33%, near the top of its 52-week range. The bank’s final dividend of 77 cents per share was paid on 19 December, bringing the full-year payout to A$1.53. Analyst targets remain below the current share price despite a 21% gain over 12 months. Mortgage earnings growth is slowing as funding costs rise.

20 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:WBC·Financial Forecasts·Stock Market

National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) Stock: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook (20 December 2025)

NAB shares closed at A$42.14 on Friday, up 0.84%, with a 52-week range of A$31.13 to A$45.25. Morgans and Goldman Sachs both rated NAB “Sell” in recent broker updates, citing valuation risks and below-consensus earnings forecasts. NAB raised fixed home loan rates by up to 0.20 points from 16 December. The bank also announced a JPY 18 billion subordinated note issue due 2040.

20 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:NAB·Stock Market

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

ASX Updates·ASX:NST·Stock Market

ASX AI Stocks Today: WiseTech Jumps, DroneShield Surges, NextDC Slides as Australian Tech Leads the Market (19 December 2025)

The S&P/ASX 200 closed up 0.47% at 8,628.20 on Friday, led by a 2.06% gain in tech stocks as WiseTech Global jumped 3.15% after an internal review cleared its co-founder of fund misuse. The ASX 200 VIX fell 7.70% to a 52-week low. The index ended its three-week winning streak with a small weekly decline.

19 December 2025

Artificial Intelligence·ASX Updates·ASX:DRO·ASX:NXT·ASX:WTC·Stock Market

Wesfarmers (ASX: WES) Share Price Today: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and What Investors Are Watching on 18 December 2025

Infinity Pharmacy Group, operator of 54 Priceline pharmacies, entered administration Thursday, prompting Wesfarmers’ API unit to appoint receivers as a secured creditor. Wesfarmers shares traded near A$80.61, little changed, as the market assessed potential impacts on its health division and Priceline network. Stores are expected to remain open during receivership.

18 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:WES·Financial Forecasts·Stock Market

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) Stock: Today’s Price Move, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and What Investors Are Watching (Dec. 18, 2025)

Macquarie Group shares closed at A$197.71 on December 18, down 0.91% after the company paid its A$2.80 interim dividend. Trading volume reached about 716,630 shares. The stock’s performance reflects mixed signals from steady asset management fees and subdued commodities trading. Macquarie Capital Notes 5 also paid a distribution on the same day.

18 December 2025

ASX Updates·ASX:MQG·Stock Market

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Palantir Shares Plunge 7.3% on Michael Burry's Warning Over Anthropic Competition
April 9, 2026, 6:10 PM EDT. Palantir Technologies (PLTR) shares fell 7.3% to $130.49 after investor Michael Burry criticized the company, citing intense competition from AI startup Anthropic. Burry highlighted Anthropic's rapid annual recurring revenue (ARR) growth from $9 billion to $30 billion, signaling a shift towards more cost-effective and user-friendly AI solutions. Thursday's trading volume surged 82% above the three-month average, reflecting heightened investor caution. Despite Palantir's IPO surge since 2020, concerns linger over its valuation and ability to sustain AI revenue growth and government contracts. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq gained modestly, with software peers Microsoft and Oracle posting declines amid sector scrutiny. Burry's comments emphasize the increasing pressure on Palantir to justify its premium price amid evolving AI market dynamics.

MARA Holdings Stock Rises Even After Target Cut as Bitcoin Miner Leans Harder Into AI

9 April 2026

MARA Holdings shares rose 1.7% to $9.67 Thursday despite Cantor Fitzgerald cutting its price target to $10. The company recently sold 15,133 bitcoin for $1.1 billion and agreed to repurchase $1 billion in convertible notes at a discount. MARA is expanding into AI and cloud infrastructure, but fourth-quarter revenue fell 6% and it posted a $1.7 billion net loss.

CoreWeave secures fresh $21 billion Meta AI deal as debt push raises stakes

9 April 2026

Meta Platforms signed a new $21 billion deal with CoreWeave for AI cloud computing capacity through 2032, according to a securities filing. CoreWeave shares rose 3.4% in after-hours trading. The agreement adds to a $14.2 billion commitment disclosed last September. CoreWeave also launched $3 billion in convertible notes and upsized a senior-notes deal to $1.75 billion.

Tesla Revives Cheaper EV Push With New Compact SUV as Sales Pressure Builds

9 April 2026

Tesla is developing a lower-cost compact SUV, with initial production planned for Shanghai, Reuters reported Thursday. The company built 408,386 vehicles and delivered 358,023 in the first quarter, leaving its widest gap in at least four years. Reuters said the new SUV likely will not reach production this year. Tesla did not respond to questions about the project.

NIO ES9 Price Starts at 528,000 Yuan as Flagship SUV Bet Faces China EV Slump

9 April 2026

NIO opened pre-orders for its ES9 flagship SUV Thursday, pricing it at 528,000 yuan with battery or 420,000 yuan under its Battery-as-a-Service plan. March deliveries rose 136% year-on-year, but NIO’s U.S. shares fell 4.9% after the announcement. The ES9 enters a shrinking premium SUV market in China, competing with Li Auto and Aito. CEO William Li warned chip shortages could add up to 10,000 yuan per vehicle.

Plug Power Stock Climbs After 2026 Profit Push, Up to $200M Cost-Cut Plan

9 April 2026

Plug Power shares rose 2.5% to $2.715 Thursday after the company reaffirmed its target of positive EBITDAS by end-2026 and projected up to $200 million in savings from Project Quantum Leap. The update followed a major electrolyzer project win in Quebec and investor meetings in Toronto and Montreal. Plug reported 2025 revenue of $710 million and a fourth-quarter gross profit of $5.5 million.

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