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ASX:MQG News 18 January 2026 - 22 January 2026

Macquarie shares jump on jobs shock and buyback extension — what to watch before the RBA meeting

Macquarie shares jump on jobs shock and buyback extension — what to watch before the RBA meeting

Sydney, Jan 22, 2026, 17:38 AEDT — Market closed. Macquarie Group shares ended a three-day losing streak on Thursday, climbing 2.4% to close at A$210.87. The uptick came as bank stocks gained ground following a better-than-expected jobs report. (StockAnalysis) The bounce is significant as MQG is back in play on the rate outlook. When investors bet on “higher rates for…
22 January 2026
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Macquarie share price slips after MQG buyback update as traders line up next catalysts

Macquarie share price slips after MQG buyback update as traders line up next catalysts

Sydney, January 21, 2026, 17:26 AEDT — Market closed Shares of Macquarie Group Ltd (MQG.AX) slipped 0.5% to close at A$205.85 on Wednesday, hitting a low of A$204.18 during the session. Investors appeared cautious amid new capital-management filings and a separate report on credit-risk hedging. (Intelligent Investor) This matters because Macquarie’s stock now serves as a live gauge for two…
21 January 2026
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Macquarie shares drop 1.8% as buyback update hits the tape; what to watch next

Macquarie shares drop 1.8% as buyback update hits the tape; what to watch next

SYDNEY, Jan 20, 2026, 17:58 AEDT — After-hours Macquarie Group (ASX:MQG) shares dropped 1.82%, ending Tuesday at A$206.97. The stock underperformed the broader market as bank shares dipped late in the session. (Australian Securities Exchange) Macquarie’s shift counts as a key signal for Australian financials, known for its liquidity. Tuesday’s trading carried that familiar jittery, risk-averse tone. While the company’s…
20 January 2026
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Macquarie shares slip as ‘Q’ AI launch lands into a risk-off ASX session

Macquarie shares slip as ‘Q’ AI launch lands into a risk-off ASX session

Sydney, Jan 19, 2026, 17:41 AEDT — Market closed. Macquarie Group Ltd (MQG.AX) shares ended Monday 0.5% lower at A$210.81, slipping from a range of A$208.41 to A$212.11 during the session. Roughly 316,000 shares traded hands, matching typical volume levels. (Investing.com Australia) Australian stocks ended a five-day winning streak as investors fled to “safe-haven” assets like gold, typically favored when…
19 January 2026
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Macquarie share price jumps as banks rally — what to watch before the ASX reopens

Macquarie share price jumps as banks rally — what to watch before the ASX reopens

Sydney, Jan 18, 2026, 17:09 AEDT — The market has closed. Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) shares closed Friday 2.6% higher at A$211.86, rallying alongside other Australian banks ahead of the weekend. The S&P/ASX 200 benchmark rose 0.48%, marking a 2.1% gain for the week. Westpac climbed 1.8%, but Macquarie stood out among the major lenders. (Market Index) Markets remain closed…
18 January 2026
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  • Seadrill Shares Jump 8.9% on $235 Million Offshore Drilling Contracts
    January 22, 2026, 4:58 AM EST. Seadrill (SDRL) shares surged 8.9% to $38.16 after announcing new offshore drilling contracts worth $235 million, boosting its revenue backlog and earnings visibility through 2026-2027. Key deals include a $157 million drillship contract in Malaysia and a $78 million accommodation contract in Norway. Despite the optimism from contract wins, Seadrill's earnings per share (EPS) estimate for the upcoming quarter remains unchanged at $0.07, down 93.5% year-over-year. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Meanwhile, industry peer Helmerich & Payne rose 3.2% but holds a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell). Investors should watch for upcoming earnings revisions to gauge sustained momentum in Seadrill's shares.
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