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ASX 200 hits 11-week high as banks rebound and tech rallies in Australia stock market

ASX 200 hits 11-week high as banks rebound and tech rallies in Australia stock market

The S&P/ASX 200 closed up 0.48% at 8,903.9, its highest since October, led by gains in banks and tech. Westpac rose 1.8% to A$39.19, Macquarie climbed 2.6% to A$211.86. Energy and lithium stocks fell as oil and China lithium futures dropped. Investors now await key jobs data due Jan. 22.
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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  • Kennametal (KMT) Valuation Examined After Recent Share Price Decline
    March 20, 2026, 3:19 AM EDT. Kennametal (KMT) shares fell about 9% last week and 10% over the month following a strong 22% gain in three months. Despite a 67.9% total shareholder return over one year, recent pullbacks raise questions on future growth prospects. The stock trades slightly below analyst targets but well below some intrinsic value estimates, with a fair value around $37.13 versus a $35.18 close. Cost-cutting efforts, including $125 million in expected savings by fiscal 2028, aim to improve margins. However, risks include persistent weak demand and potential delay in realizing efficiencies. Investors should weigh these factors carefully amid mixed market signals and consider alternative industrial exposure opportunities.
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