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ASX Updates News 13 December 2025 - 14 December 2025

Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX:WDS) Stock: Latest News, This Week’s Moves, Analyst Forecasts and the Week Ahead (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX:WDS) Stock: Latest News, This Week’s Moves, Analyst Forecasts and the Week Ahead (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Updated: Sunday, 14 December 2025 (markets closed; prices referenced are the latest available closes from Friday, 12 December 2025). Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX:WDS; NYSE:WDS) heads into the new week with investors balancing a familiar tug‑of‑war: near-term commodity-price pressure and labour/project headlines versus a longer-term LNG growth pipeline that could reshape cash flows later this decade. This past week, Woodside’s shares drifted lower, tracking a softer oil tape and digesting a cluster of project- and strategy-linked headlines—from industrial action risk at Pluto LNG Train 2 to Woodside’s notable presence in a US Gulf of Mexico lease sale. Reuters+3Investing.com+3Reuters+3 Woodside share
14 December 2025
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Northern Star Resources (ASX: NST) Stock: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and the Week Ahead (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Northern Star Resources (ASX: NST) Stock: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and the Week Ahead (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Updated today: Sunday, 14 December 2025 (AEST). With markets closed over the weekend, pricing references in this article use the most recent ASX close (Friday, 12 December 2025). Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) ended the week near its highs as Australia’s biggest ASX-listed gold producer continued to ride a powerful macro tailwind: a buoyant gold price. By Friday’s close, Northern Star shares were around A$27.33, up A$0.76 (+2.86%) on the day and within touching distance of recent 52‑week highs. MarketWatch+1 That headline move, though, only tells part of the story. Over the last week, Northern Star has been in
14 December 2025
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Westpac (ASX: WBC) Share Price: This Week’s Moves, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and the Week Ahead (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Westpac (ASX: WBC) Share Price: This Week’s Moves, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and the Week Ahead (Updated 14 Dec 2025)

Updated: 14 December 2025 (Sunday) — Australian markets last traded on Friday, 12 December. markets.ft.markitdigital.com Westpac Banking Corporation’s shares ended the week on a firmer note, but the story behind the ticker has been less about a single macro headline and more about a cluster of very “bank in 2025” issues: operational resilience (an EFTPOS/online disruption in peak Christmas trading), governance scrutiny at the AGM, and a shifting interest-rate narrative that keeps re-pricing the entire Australian bank sector. Below is a detailed recap of what moved Westpac (ASX: WBC) this week, what analysts are forecasting now, and the key catalysts
14 December 2025
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DroneShield Share Price Today (ASX:DRO): Stock Ends the Week at A$2.08 After Belgium “Drone Gun” Deal — Outlook for the Week Ahead (13 Dec 2025 Update)

DroneShield Share Price Today (ASX:DRO): Stock Ends the Week at A$2.08 After Belgium “Drone Gun” Deal — Outlook for the Week Ahead (13 Dec 2025 Update)

Updated: Saturday, 13 December 2025 (ASX is closed today; the latest share-price data reflects Friday’s close). Investing.com Australia DroneShield (ASX:DRO) closed Friday, 12 December 2025 at A$2.08, down 1.42% on the day but still up about 10% for the week after a sharp mid-week surge and equally sharp pullback. Investing.com Australia The big narrative behind the volatility hasn’t been a single earnings update this week, but a mix of fresh European counter-drone procurement headlines — including Belgium’s €2.8 million purchase of DroneShield handheld jammers (“drone guns”) — and the lingering aftershocks of governance and disclosure scrutiny that rattled sentiment in late November. Defense News+2Reuters+2 DroneShield share price this week: what happened day by day Here’s
13 December 2025
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Brambles Limited (ASX: BXB) Stock Update: Buyback Pace, FY26 Guidance, Credit Upgrade, and Analyst Forecasts (13 Dec 2025)

Brambles Limited (ASX: BXB) Stock Update: Buyback Pace, FY26 Guidance, Credit Upgrade, and Analyst Forecasts (13 Dec 2025)

Brambles Limited stock is back in focus as its FY26 on‑market buyback continues, shares are cancelled, and analysts maintain a mostly “Neutral” stance. Here’s the latest news, outlook, and price targets as of 13 December 2025. Sydney — 13 December 2025 — Brambles Limited (ASX: BXB), the global pallet‑pooling heavyweight behind supply-chain workhorses used by fast-moving consumer goods companies, is heading into the final weeks of 2025 with one big theme dominating near-term flow: capital returns. The company’s FY26 on‑market share buyback is not just “ongoing” in the abstract. It’s showing up in daily ASX filings, complete with exact share
13 December 2025
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Northern Star Resources Ltd Stock (ASX: NST): Latest News, Gold Price Tailwinds, FY26 Outlook and Analyst Forecasts (Dec 13, 2025)

Northern Star Resources Ltd Stock (ASX: NST): Latest News, Gold Price Tailwinds, FY26 Outlook and Analyst Forecasts (Dec 13, 2025)

Updated: 13 December 2025 Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) is heading into mid-December with two big forces pulling investor attention in the same direction: a renewed surge in precious metals prices (gold back above the US$4,280–$4,300 zone) and a run of company-specific updates that sharpen the longer-term growth story—exploration momentum across core hubs, the ongoing build-out at Kalgoorlie, and a major renewable power agreement designed to reduce energy risk at one of its flagship operations. PV Magazine Australia+4Reuters+4Reuters+4 With markets closed on Saturday, the latest tradeable reference point is Friday’s close (12 December). Northern Star finished the session at
13 December 2025
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Suncorp Group Limited (ASX: SUN) Stock: Latest Storm-Cost Update, Share Buyback Signals and Analyst Forecasts as of 13 December 2025

Suncorp Group Limited (ASX: SUN) Stock: Latest Storm-Cost Update, Share Buyback Signals and Analyst Forecasts as of 13 December 2025

Suncorp Group Limited (ASX: SUN) heads into mid-December with investors fixated on a familiar Australian insurer storyline: weather, claims, and the quality of the reinsurance safety net. The stock most recently closed at A$17.30 on Friday, 12 December 2025, after recently touching a 52‑week low of A$16.63 earlier this month—putting the spotlight on whether the market is underpricing Suncorp’s capital strength or correctly discounting a volatile storm season. FT Markets+1 Below is a detailed, up-to-date wrap of the latest company disclosures, storm and claims updates, buyback activity, and current consensus-style price target ranges available as of Saturday, 13 December 2025.
13 December 2025
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CAR Group (ASX:CAR) Share Price After the Bell (Dec 12, 2025): Why the Stock Fell and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

CAR Group (ASX:CAR) Share Price After the Bell (Dec 12, 2025): Why the Stock Fell and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Published: Saturday, December 13, 2025 CAR Group Limited (ASX:CAR) finished Friday, December 12, 2025 lower, even as the broader Australian market surged in a late-year “Santa rally” narrative. The stock closed at A$30.89, down 1.62%, and was listed among the day’s weaker blue-chip performers in end-of-session market wraps. Intelligent Investor+2Intelligent Investor+2 One important calendar note up front: the ASX is not open on Saturday, December 13, 2025. So the actionable “before the open” window is effectively the lead-in to the next ASX trading session (Monday, December 15, 2025, local time)—unless you are watching offshore pricing on other venues or derivatives
13 December 2025
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Orica Limited (ASX: ORI) Share Price After the Bell 12 December 2025: Key News, Forecasts and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Orica Limited (ASX: ORI) Share Price After the Bell 12 December 2025: Key News, Forecasts and What to Watch Before the Next Market Open

Orica (ASX: ORI) closed higher on 12 Dec 2025. Here’s the latest on price action, catalysts, analyst targets, buyback/dividend timeline, and what to monitor next. Orica Limited (ASX: ORI) ended Friday, 12 December 2025, on a firmer note—an encouraging finish for a stock that has been one of the Australian market’s standout performers this year. After the closing bell, investors were left weighing two things at once: the near-term setup (sector momentum, sentiment, positioning) and the known company catalysts that are now close enough to matter (AGM timing, dividend payment, and ongoing capital management). Here’s what happened in Orica shares
13 December 2025
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Santos (ASX:STO) Stock After the Bell 12 Dec 2025: Oil Slips, Gas Policy Risk Looms Ahead of the Next Open

Santos (ASX:STO) Stock After the Bell 12 Dec 2025: Oil Slips, Gas Policy Risk Looms Ahead of the Next Open

Santos shares finished Friday at A$6.26 as oil and LNG prices stayed soft and Australia’s east-coast gas policy debate intensified. Here’s what to watch next. Santos Limited (ASX:STO) ended Friday’s session (12 December 2025) slightly lower, even as the broader Australian market enjoyed a strong “Santa rally” burst. The setup heading into the weekend is classic Santos: part commodity tape (oil and LNG pricing), part politics (east-coast gas rules), part execution (Barossa ramp-up and other project milestones). And there’s one important calendar reality check: 13 December 2025 is a Saturday, so the ASX cash market isn’t open. The next Santos
13 December 2025
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Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) share price after the bell Dec. 12, 2025: WES slips to A$80.62 — key news, forecasts, and what to watch before the next market open

Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) share price after the bell Dec. 12, 2025: WES slips to A$80.62 — key news, forecasts, and what to watch before the next market open

Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) closed at A$80.62 on Dec 12, 2025. Here’s the latest news, filings, analyst targets, and what to watch before the next ASX session. Wesfarmers Limited (ASX:WES) finished Friday’s session modestly lower, even as the broader Australian market put on a surprisingly festive “Santa rally” outfit. At the close on Friday, 12 December 2025, Wesfarmers shares ended at A$80.62, down about 0.49% on the day after trading between roughly A$80.48 and A$81.40. Wesfarmers+2Yahoo Finance+2 That slight dip stood out mainly because the S&P/ASX 200 jumped 1.23% to 8,697.3—a strong risk-on day driven by big moves elsewhere (materials and financials
13 December 2025
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Evolution Mining Limited (ASX:EVN) Stock After the Bell 12.12.2025: EVN Closes at A$12.76 Near a Fresh High — What to Know Before the Next Market Open

Evolution Mining Limited (ASX:EVN) Stock After the Bell 12.12.2025: EVN Closes at A$12.76 Near a Fresh High — What to Know Before the Next Market Open

Evolution Mining Limited (ASX:EVN) ended Friday’s session (12 December 2025) still riding the tailwinds of a roaring precious-metals tape, closing at A$12.76 after trading as high as A$12.81 — a level that effectively marks a fresh peak for the year-to-date run. Intelligent Investor It was also a strong “risk-on with a gold-core” kind of day for the broader market: the S&P/ASX 200 finished up 1.23%, and Market Index highlighted the Gold Sub-Index (XGD) jumping 4.5% as resources stocks led the charge into the close. Market Index Offshore, bullion remained a key part of the narrative. Reuters reported gold holding near
13 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

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, 12:27 AM EST Dollar Dips as Stocks Rally and US Data Influences Fed Rate Expectations February 7, 2026, 12:18 AM EST. The **dollar index** fell 0.17%, pressured by a rebound in equity markets reducing demand for the safe-haven currency. Weaker-than-expected U.S. labor market data raised the odds of a Fed rate cut to 18% for March, though consumer sentiment improved to a six-month high, limiting losses. Hawkish comments from Atlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic emphasized maintaining restrictive monetary policy. The dollar faces medium-term weakness amid expectations for rate cuts
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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