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Northern Star share price jumps as gold hits a record high — here’s what matters before Tuesday

Northern Star share price jumps as gold hits a record high — here’s what matters before Tuesday

Northern Star Resources rose 3.2% to A$27.68 as gold hit a record $4,689.39 an ounce, boosted by geopolitical tensions and new tariff threats. The stock neared its 52-week high ahead of its December-quarter update, with investors watching costs and production after the company cut its 2026 output forecast. The S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.33%, weighed by tech and consumer stocks, while gold miners outperformed.
19 January 2026

Stock Market Today

  • 3 UK Stocks With Strong Balance Sheets for Rising Interest Rate Environment
    June 19, 2026, 4:51 PM EDT. In a market challenged by inflation pressures, shifting rate expectations, and uneven growth, investors prefer companies with strong balance sheets. This article highlights three UK stocks identified by the Low-Risk Leaders screener as resilient to higher costs and tighter financial conditions. Tatton Asset Management (AIM:TAM), a discretionary portfolio manager with a market cap of £424.8 million, shows solid earnings growth and a strong 34% return on equity but has valuation and governance considerations. Griffin Mining (AIM:GFM), at £578.3 million market cap, benefits from a long mine life and improved profitability, though it raises questions over governance and funding due to full reliance on external borrowing. These companies offer portfolio stability in turbulent times while allowing space for higher growth opportunities elsewhere.

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19 June 2026
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19 June 2026
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TD Bank stock rises on Canada’s capital buffer cut

TD Bank stock rises on Canada’s capital buffer cut

19 June 2026
TD Bank shares hit a 52-week high in Toronto, rising 0.44% to C$169.38 after Canada’s bank regulator cut the Domestic Stability Buffer to 3.0% from 3.5%, freeing up capital for lending, though TD’s U.S. anti-money-laundering cleanup remains its main stock-specific risk.
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