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South32 stock rises on the ASX as copper hits record highs — what investors watch next

South32 stock rises on the ASX as copper hits record highs — what investors watch next

South32 shares closed up 1.6% at A$3.84 in Sydney, trading A$86.6 million in value. The move followed copper prices hitting $13,000 a ton in London, with analysts warning of a global deficit. South32 disclosed new and lapsed employee share rights in a routine filing. The company plans to idle its Mozal aluminium smelter in Mozambique by March, citing a failed power deal and a $60 million cost.
Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Flatlined — Miners Just Printed a Record Close

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Flatlined — Miners Just Printed a Record Close

The S&P/ASX 200 closed nearly flat at 8,728.60, while the All Ordinaries edged down to 9,034.7 in the quietest session in over a year. Materials surged 1.8% to a record, with BHP and Fortescue up 1.6% each and Rio Tinto hitting an intraday high at A$150.14. Energy stocks fell as Woodside dropped 1.2% and Santos 1.1%. Traders await November CPI data on Wednesday.
BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX:BHP) on Dec. 26, 2025: China Steel Curbs, Copper’s Record Run, and What Analysts Forecast Next

BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX:BHP) on Dec. 26, 2025: China Steel Curbs, Copper’s Record Run, and What Analysts Forecast Next

China will maintain strict controls on steel output through 2030, Reuters reported Dec. 26, pushing annual crude steel production below 1 billion tons for the first time since 2019. BHP shares last closed at A$45.62 in Australia and $60.87 in New York on Dec. 24, with trading muted by holidays. Iron ore demand faces pressure from China’s policies and an unresolved contract standoff between BHP and China Mineral Resources Group.
26 December 2025
BHP Group Ltd Stock Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Copper’s Record Run, China Iron Ore Tensions, and What Analysts Forecast for 2026

BHP Group Ltd Stock Outlook (Dec. 25, 2025): Copper’s Record Run, China Iron Ore Tensions, and What Analysts Forecast for 2026

BHP’s NYSE ADR closed at $60.87 on Dec. 24, implying a $155 billion market cap. Copper prices broke above $12,000 per tonne this week, boosting BHP’s outlook as analysts forecast persistent supply deficits. In Australia, BHP shares rose about 12% in a month to A$45 on Dec. 23. Iron ore remains a key profit source but faces commercial headwinds in China.
25 December 2025
BHP Group Ltd Stock Update (Dec. 24, 2025): Copper at $12,000, China Iron Ore Talks, and 2026 Forecasts in Focus

BHP Group Ltd Stock Update (Dec. 24, 2025): Copper at $12,000, China Iron Ore Talks, and 2026 Forecasts in Focus

BHP Group Ltd shares traded near A$45.62 in Australia on Dec. 24, 2025, and $61.08 in New York on Dec. 23, capping a roughly 15% gain for the year. Copper surged past $12,000 per tonne this week, boosting BHP’s growth narrative as the company invests over A$840 million in its Olympic Dam project. Iron ore prices face warnings of softness into 2026.
BHP Group Ltd Stock (NYSE:BHP, ASX:BHP): Latest News, Forecasts and Key Catalysts as Copper Nears $12,000 (Dec. 23, 2025)

BHP Group Ltd Stock (NYSE:BHP, ASX:BHP): Latest News, Forecasts and Key Catalysts as Copper Nears $12,000 (Dec. 23, 2025)

BHP shares rose across major exchanges on Dec. 23, 2025, with the NYSE ADR closing at $60.77, up 2.44%. The company faces legal uncertainty from the 2015 Brazil dam disaster and tense iron ore trade talks with China, even as record copper prices boost mining stocks. BHP recently announced a $2 billion infrastructure deal with Global Infrastructure Partners in Western Australia.
BHP Group Ltd Stock in Focus on Dec. 22, 2025: China Iron Ore Talks, Copper-Potash Pivot, and Fresh Analyst Targets

BHP Group Ltd Stock in Focus on Dec. 22, 2025: China Iron Ore Talks, Copper-Potash Pivot, and Fresh Analyst Targets

BHP Group Ltd shares rose about 1% in early ASX trade Monday, tracking gains in miners as iron ore held near US$104/tonne. The main company-specific news is BHP’s ongoing negotiations with China Mineral Resources Group over iron ore contracts, with two BHP-linked carriers waiting off Chinese ports since late November. No new BHP filings were posted to the ASX as of December 22.
Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Rises as Miners, Energy and Record Gold Lift Shares (22 December 2025)

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Rises as Miners, Energy and Record Gold Lift Shares (22 December 2025)

Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.9% to around 8,701 by early afternoon Monday, led by gains in miners and energy stocks as commodity prices climbed. Nick Scali jumped 10% after upgrading its first-half outlook. Uranium stocks rallied, while WiseTech Global fell about 3%. Investors awaited RBA minutes and monitored new federal gas export rules.
BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX:BHP, NYSE:BHP): Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Views as of 21 December 2025

BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX:BHP, NYSE:BHP): Latest News, Forecasts and Analyst Views as of 21 December 2025

BHP shares closed near the top of their 2025 range, last trading at A$44.36 in Australia and $59.32 in New York. The company confirmed a US$2 billion infrastructure funding deal with BlackRock’s GIP, keeping 51% control of Western Australia Iron Ore’s power assets. The agreement is expected to complete by late FY2026, pending regulatory approval. BHP reiterated plans to boost iron ore capacity to 305 million tonnes per year.
21 December 2025
BHP Group Ltd Stock (BHP): Share Price, Today’s Key News, Commodity Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts (18 Dec 2025)

BHP Group Ltd Stock (BHP): Share Price, Today’s Key News, Commodity Outlook, and Analyst Forecasts (18 Dec 2025)

BHP shares rose 0.53% to A$44.64 in Australia on December 18, while its US ADR traded near $59. The Financial Times reported claimants’ lawyers are seeking at least £189 million in legal costs after a UK court found BHP liable in the 2015 Mariana dam disaster. BHP plans to appeal and says total provisions for the case stand at US$5.5 billion as of October 2025.
BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX :BHP , NYSE :BHP ): Today’s Price, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook on December 16, 2025

BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX :BHP , NYSE :BHP ): Today’s Price, Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and Outlook on December 16, 2025

BHP Group Ltd traded near A$44.12 on the ASX December 16, close to its 52-week high of A$45.98 set four days earlier. The company announced a US$2 billion infrastructure deal with BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners for its Western Australia iron ore power network. Investors are watching tense iron ore negotiations with China’s state-backed buyer, which has asked mills to halt BHP cargoes.
16 December 2025
BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX: BHP) Drops as Copper Slumps and Iron Ore Hits a Five-Month Low — News, Forecasts and Key Levels to Watch (Dec. 15, 2025)

BHP Group Ltd Stock (ASX: BHP) Drops as Copper Slumps and Iron Ore Hits a Five-Month Low — News, Forecasts and Key Levels to Watch (Dec. 15, 2025)

BHP Group Ltd shares fell nearly 3% to around A$44.23 by mid-session Monday, tracking declines in copper and iron ore prices. Copper dropped over 3% on Friday after hitting a record high, while iron ore hit a five-month low on concerns over China’s planned steel export rules. Miners led losses on the ASX 200 at the open. BHP’s NYSE ADR traded near $59.64.
BHP Group Ltd (BHP) Stock: This Week’s Key News, Price Drivers, and the Week-Ahead Outlook (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

BHP Group Ltd (BHP) Stock: This Week’s Key News, Price Drivers, and the Week-Ahead Outlook (Updated Dec. 14, 2025)

BHP closed at A$45.59 on the ASX Friday, up 1.67% for the week, and $59.64 in New York. The company announced a US$2 billion infrastructure deal with Global Infrastructure Partners, retaining 51% control of a Western Australia iron ore power network. Copper prices neared $12,000/ton, boosting sentiment around BHP’s exposure to the metal.
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 Stock Near 52-Week High as Copper Tailwinds Build: Today’s News, Forecasts and Key Catalysts (Dec. 12, 2025)

BHP shares traded near one-year highs Friday, with the ASX listing at about A$45.58, as strong copper prices offset choppy iron ore sentiment tied to China demand. Investors focused on BHP’s Pilbara capital recycling and electrification trials. Copper hit record highs this month, boosting earnings expectations for major producers. Iron ore remains BHP’s main profit driver amid renewed demand concerns.
12 December 2025
ASX 200 Edges Higher as Miners Rally and Rate Jitters Grow – Australia Stock Market Today, 11 December 2025

ASX 200 Edges Higher as Miners Rally and Rate Jitters Grow – Australia Stock Market Today, 11 December 2025

The S&P/ASX 200 closed up 12.6 points at 8,592 on Thursday, rising 0.15% after a volatile session. Miners led gains as iron ore stayed above $100 a tonne, while tech stocks fell. The US Fed cut rates by 25 basis points but signaled slower easing ahead. Australia’s unemployment rate held at 4.3%, fueling debate over a possible RBA hike in early 2026.

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  • Australia Shares Set to Rise at Open, New Zealand Markets Dip
    May 20, 2026, 7:49 PM EDT. Australian shares are expected to open higher, signaling investor confidence in the region's market outlook. In contrast, New Zealand equities are projected to decline at the open, reflecting differing economic or market responses. Market data sourced from ICE Data Services with reference information provided by FactSet, supported by multiple financial data providers. The divergence underscores the varied regional market trends in Oceania at the start of the trading session.

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