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Best ASX Stocks to Buy Now (December 11, 2025): Top Australian Shares for 2026 Growth & Income

Best ASX Stocks to Buy Now (December 11, 2025): Top Australian Shares for 2026 Growth & Income

The ASX 200 is up about 5.4% in 2025, trading near 8,600 and on track for a third consecutive annual gain. The index’s forward P/E stands at 18.1, above its long-term average. Major banks project further gains in 2026, with UBS targeting 8,900 and Morgan Stanley 9,250, citing strength in resources. Materials have surged 24.5% this year, while healthcare and IT lag.
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  • US Stock Futures Drop on Strong Jobs Data and Rate Hike Concerns
    June 8, 2026, 7:16 AM EDT. US stock futures fell sharply after May's jobs report showed nonfarm payrolls increased by 172,000 and unemployment stayed at 4.3%, fueling worries about a potential Federal Reserve rate hike. S&P 500 E-mini contracts declined about 2.6% while Nasdaq 100 futures dropped nearly 4.8%. Wage growth of 0.3% month-over-month signals a robust job market, pushing volatility higher with VIX futures up 12.8%. Tech and small cap stocks came under pressure, prompting investors to watch more defensive sectors like utilities and real estate. Key upcoming events include earnings reports from Casey's General Stores and Oracle, alongside shareholder meetings for Target and Nasdaq, which will provide further market direction amid elevated borrowing trends.

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American Airlines shares closed at $13.50 Friday, up 1.5% on the day but down 5.9% from the prior Monday, as surging fuel costs and a rejected United merger overture keep the stock under industry stress; Brent crude jumped 4.47% to $97.15 a barrel, and American warned fuel expense could rise by over $4 billion this year, with second-quarter earnings guidance ranging from a 20-cent loss to a 20-cent profit.
Delta Back in Hong Kong, but United in Focus

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Delta Air Lines relaunched daily Los Angeles-Hong Kong flights, directly challenging United and Cathay Pacific amid high fuel costs and heavy competition; the move tests whether Delta’s premium cabins, cargo capacity, and LAX connections can drive growth as IATA slashes 2026 profit forecasts due to elevated fuel prices and regional disruptions.
FTSE 100 Dips While £2.7bn Takeover Drives London Headlines

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