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ASX top stocks today: Silex jumps 9% in uranium surge as WiseTech drops on ACCC move

ASX top stocks today: Silex jumps 9% in uranium surge as WiseTech drops on ACCC move

Silex Systems surged 9.43% to A$9.75, leading uranium and rare-earth stocks higher on the ASX 200, which closed nearly flat at 8,728.6. WiseTech Global dropped 3.18% after the antitrust regulator raised concerns over an acquisition and planned divestment. The Australian dollar traded at 66.75 U.S. cents. Investors await Australia’s November CPI on Wednesday and the U.S. jobs report on Jan. 9.
5 January 2026
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Most Active ASX Stocks Today (9 December 2025): Miners, Lithium Plays and Banks Drive the Market

Most Active ASX Stocks Today (9 December 2025): Miners, Lithium Plays and Banks Drive the Market

The S&P/ASX 200 opened down 0.3% near 8,600 on Tuesday as traders awaited the Reserve Bank of Australia’s final rate decision of the year. Fortescue, BHP, Commonwealth Bank, and Pilbara Minerals led trading by value, while Liontown and Zip Co topped volume. Lithium stocks moved on news from CATL and Liontown. National Storage REIT surged on a Brookfield–GIC takeover bid; Bapcor fell after cutting profit guidance.
9 December 2025
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  • Ethos Limited Faces Earnings Dilution Challenges Affecting Shareholder Value
    May 19, 2026, 9:46 PM EDT. Ethos Limited (NSE:ETHOSLTD) reported flat net income over the past year with a 7.9% decline in earnings per share (EPS), primarily due to a 9.3% increase in shares outstanding. Despite a 57% annualized profit growth over three years, EPS growth lagged at 36% owing to share dilution, raising concerns about true shareholder value. Analysts emphasize EPS as a key metric for assessing potential share price growth, contrasting with less reliable net income figures influenced by dilution. Investors remain cautious about Ethos's underlying earnings power amid these discrepancies, with future profitability forecasts available for further insight.

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Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

20 May 2026
U.S. stock ETFs remained lower late Tuesday after Wall Street’s main indexes fell for a third straight session, pressured by rising Treasury yields and caution ahead of Nvidia’s earnings. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF dropped 0.7% to $733.73. The 10-year Treasury yield hit 4.687%, its highest since January 2025, before easing. Nvidia shares slipped 0.7% after hours, with traders bracing for a major move post-earnings.
Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

20 May 2026
Viavi Solutions shares dropped 7.1% in after-hours trading Tuesday after the company announced a $500 million public stock offering aimed at repaying debt. The offering, unveiled just after the Nasdaq close, could add roughly 10.1 million new shares. Viavi plans to use proceeds to pay down a $450 million loan. Total debt would fall to $650 million, according to a preliminary SEC filing.
Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

20 May 2026
Analog Devices agreed to acquire Empower Semiconductor for $1.5 billion in cash, sending ADI shares up 1.36% to $419.95 in after-hours trading after closing down 1.02%. The deal, approved by both boards, is expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending regulatory review. Empower CEO Tim Phillips will continue to lead integrated voltage regulator work after the merger.
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