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Australia stock market today: ASX 200 slips as rare earths tumble, RBA rate call looms

Australia stock market today: ASX 200 slips as rare earths tumble, RBA rate call looms

The S&P/ASX 200 closed down 0.07% at 8,927.5 after higher-than-expected inflation data pushed traders to adjust rate hike bets ahead of the RBA’s meeting next week. Tech and rare earth stocks fell, with Iluka dropping nearly 14% after flagging A$565 million in charges. Miners and energy shares gained on strong commodity prices. The Australian dollar hit a three-year high before easing.
WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) share price hits 52-week low as inflation shock fuels rate-hike bets

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) share price hits 52-week low as inflation shock fuels rate-hike bets

WiseTech Global shares fell 3.8% to A$60.70 in Sydney, hitting a 52-week low as traders braced for a possible Reserve Bank of Australia rate hike next week. Australia’s trimmed-mean CPI rose 3.4% year-on-year in the December quarter. The S&P/ASX 200 closed down 0.09%, with tech stocks leading declines. WiseTech reports half-year results on Feb. 25.
28 January 2026
WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) share price drops 4% as tariff fears rattle tech — what matters next

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) share price drops 4% as tariff fears rattle tech — what matters next

WiseTech Global closed down 4.4% at A$64.07 in Sydney, losing A$2.95 on volume just under 1.02 million shares. The drop followed new U.S. tariff threats on Europe and a broader selloff in growth stocks. WiseTech announced A$8.7 million in funding for KIK Innovation but remains volatile ahead of its Feb. 25 interim report. The ASX cash market will close Jan. 26 for Australia Day.
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.
WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Stock Falls as Founder’s Collar Deal Sparks Fresh Volatility — Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Stock Falls as Founder’s Collar Deal Sparks Fresh Volatility — Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

WiseTech Global shares fell 3.12% to A$67.99 on December 22 after founder Richard White’s RealWise Holdings disclosed a collar derivative and financing deal with Macquarie Bank over 20 million shares. The arrangement, covering about 6% of WiseTech’s capital, triggered cleansing notices as it may be legally viewed as a sale. The stock is now about 48% below its February 2025 high.
22 December 2025
Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Rises as Miners, Energy and Record Gold Lift Shares (22 December 2025)

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Rises as Miners, Energy and Record Gold Lift Shares (22 December 2025)

Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.9% to around 8,701 by early afternoon Monday, led by gains in miners and energy stocks as commodity prices climbed. Nick Scali jumped 10% after upgrading its first-half outlook. Uranium stocks rallied, while WiseTech Global fell about 3%. Investors awaited RBA minutes and monitored new federal gas export rules.
ASX AI Stocks Today: WiseTech Jumps, DroneShield Surges, NextDC Slides as Australian Tech Leads the Market (19 December 2025)

ASX AI Stocks Today: WiseTech Jumps, DroneShield Surges, NextDC Slides as Australian Tech Leads the Market (19 December 2025)

The S&P/ASX 200 closed up 0.47% at 8,628.20 on Friday, led by a 2.06% gain in tech stocks as WiseTech Global jumped 3.15% after an internal review cleared its co-founder of fund misuse. The ASX 200 VIX fell 7.70% to a 52-week low. The index ended its three-week winning streak with a small weekly decline.
Best ASX Stocks to Buy Now (10 December 2025): 10 Australian Shares to Watch After the RBA Pause

Best ASX Stocks to Buy Now (10 December 2025): 10 Australian Shares to Watch After the RBA Pause

The S&P/ASX 200 closed at 8,585.90 on December 9, 2025, near record highs, as the Reserve Bank of Australia left rates at 3.60% and warned of possible hikes in 2026. Resources stocks gained 23% over the year, while IT slumped. Major blue-chip names fell sharply from 12-month highs as investors shifted to mid-caps and cyclicals. Data center demand is surging, with capacity projected to lag AI-driven needs by 2028.
10 December 2025
WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Share Price Jumps on Investor Day and RBC Upgrade: 2026 Outlook, Risks and Forecasts

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Share Price Jumps on Investor Day and RBC Upgrade: 2026 Outlook, Risks and Forecasts

WiseTech Global shares closed at A$74.44 on 4 December, up 2.6% for the day and 13% for the week after an investor day and a major US acquisition. RBC Capital upgraded the stock to Outperform, citing reduced uncertainty around its new commercial model. Shares remain down about 40% year-to-date amid ongoing insider-trading and governance concerns.
WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Share Price on 2 December 2025: Governance Shock, New Pricing Model and 2026 Outlook

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Share Price on 2 December 2025: Governance Shock, New Pricing Model and 2026 Outlook

WiseTech Global shares closed at A$70.25 on 2 December 2025, down 1.2% for the day and more than 40% below their 2025 peak. The drop follows an October raid by AFP and ASIC investigating alleged share trading by founder Richard White and others. WiseTech says no charges have been laid and it is cooperating. The company’s market value stands at about A$24 billion.
2 December 2025
WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Stock: Price, Governance Turmoil and 2026 Growth Outlook as of 1 December 2025

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Stock: Price, Governance Turmoil and 2026 Growth Outlook as of 1 December 2025

WiseTech Global shares closed at A$73.02 on 28 November 2025, rebounding 11% for the week but still down about 43% from 2024 highs after a governance-driven sell-off. Regulators are investigating founder Richard White’s share trading, and several institutional investors have exited. The company continues to report strong earnings and expand its CargoWise platform while integrating its US$2.1 billion e2open acquisition.
1 December 2025
Australian Stock Market Wrap 28–29 November 2025: ASX 200 Ends Week Higher as Inflation Jitters and APRA Loan Caps Loom

Australian Stock Market Wrap 28–29 November 2025: ASX 200 Ends Week Higher as Inflation Jitters and APRA Loan Caps Loom

The S&P/ASX 200 closed down 3.2 points at 8,614.1 on Friday, nearly flat, but posted a 2.35% gain for the week. HMC Capital jumped 9% and Temple & Webster rose 7.4%, while Eagers Automotive fell 3.7%. The All Ordinaries gained 2.68% for the week. Persistent inflation and new lending curbs weighed on sentiment.
WTC Stock Today: WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Holds Near A$66 After Wild Year of Raids, Guidance Shocks and Governance Fights – 26 November 2025

WTC Stock Today: WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) Holds Near A$66 After Wild Year of Raids, Guidance Shocks and Governance Fights – 26 November 2025

WiseTech Global traded around A$66.4–A$66.5 on Wednesday, up 0.6% from Tuesday’s A$66.04 close. Shares remain down about 45% year-to-date and over 50% in 12 months, despite strong FY25 revenue growth and the E2open acquisition. Market cap stands near A$22.4 billion. The stock has faced heavy selling after boardroom turmoil and regulatory scrutiny.
26 November 2025
Westpac’s $7 Billion Windfall Ignites ASX Rally Despite Mining Slump – Nov 3, 2025

Australian sharemarket today: S&P/ASX 200 closes at 8,799.5, down 0.22% — CBA extends slide, Life360 tumbles; energy and materials firm

Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 closed down 0.22% at 8,799.5 on Wednesday, as losses in banks and tech outweighed gains in miners and defensives. Commonwealth Bank dropped about 3% to a seven-month low after its quarterly update. Life360 slumped further, while Mineral Resources surged on a US$765 million lithium deal with POSCO. The All Ordinaries slipped 0.21% to 9,079.4.
Asia Stocks Rally as Gold Smashes Record Highs and IPO Frenzy Grips Markets

Wall Street Hits Record Highs as ASX Slumps – Gold Crashes, CSL Plunges 15% in Shock Divergence

Australia’s ASX 200 fell 0.5% to around 9,012 Tuesday, bucking Wall Street’s record highs. CSL and WiseTech Global each plunged about 15%, with CSL slashing its profit outlook and WiseTech hit by a police raid. Spot gold dropped over 3%, hammering local miners. Domino’s Pizza jumped 7% after reports of a possible Bain Capital takeover.

Stock Market Today

  • Palantir Faces Bearish Outlook from Wall Street Analysts
    April 9, 2026, 10:40 AM EDT. A Bearish community of asset managers and traders known as Bears of Wall Street has issued a negative perspective on Palantir. They argue the company is overvalued and faces weak business fundamentals with poor growth prospects. The analysis highlights risks around potential stock depreciation. The author disclosed no financial ties or positions in Palantir, emphasizing an independent viewpoint. Seeking Alpha, the platform hosting this research, clarifies it does not provide investment advice or endorsements. Investors are cautioned that past performance does not predict future results, underscoring the speculative nature of the bearish thesis.

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Grab Holdings Bets on AI as Group Ride Tool Targets 40% Lower Fares

Grab Holdings Bets on AI as Group Ride Tool Targets 40% Lower Fares

9 April 2026
Grab Holdings launched 13 new AI-powered products in Jakarta, including a “Group Ride” feature that can cut fares by up to 40% for shared routes. CEO Anthony Tan said the tools aim to offset rising fuel costs and support demand as households tighten spending. The company’s 2026 revenue and profit forecasts remain below analyst expectations. Grab’s $600 million deal to buy Foodpanda Taiwan is pending regulatory approval.
Nokia Oyj AI Data Center Push Gets Lift From Fifth Straight GigaOm Leader Ranking

Nokia Oyj AI Data Center Push Gets Lift From Fifth Straight GigaOm Leader Ranking

9 April 2026
Nokia was named a Leader and Outperformer in GigaOm’s 2026 Radar for data center switching for the fifth year in a row, competing with Cisco, Arista, and HPE Juniper. Shares fell 1.05% in Helsinki ahead of Thursday’s annual meeting, where board changes and a dividend of up to 14 euro cents per share will be considered.
American Airlines Faces FAA Fine Over Drug-Testing Lapses in New Test for 2026 Turnaround

American Airlines Faces FAA Fine Over Drug-Testing Lapses in New Test for 2026 Turnaround

9 April 2026
The FAA proposed a $255,000 civil penalty against American Airlines, alleging the carrier allowed 12 flight attendants who tested positive for drugs or alcohol to return to safety-sensitive duties before completing required follow-up tests. The alleged violations occurred from May 2019 to December 2023. American has 30 days to respond. The airline said it is reviewing the notice.
Hologic goes private: Blackstone, TPG close buyout and name José Almeida CEO

Hologic goes private: Blackstone, TPG close buyout and name José Almeida CEO

9 April 2026
Blackstone and TPG closed their $17.3 billion acquisition of Hologic on April 7, with José Almeida replacing Steve MacMillan as CEO. Hologic shares were suspended before trading that day and will be removed from the S&P 500 before Thursday’s open. Former shareholders will receive $76 per share in cash plus a contingent value right worth up to $3 more if revenue targets are met.
When Will Gas Prices Fall? Iran Ceasefire May Not Bring Quick Relief as Oil Rebounds

When Will Gas Prices Fall? Iran Ceasefire May Not Bring Quick Relief as Oil Rebounds

9 April 2026
Brent crude rebounded 3% Thursday despite a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with the Strait of Hormuz still nearly shut and only one oil-products tanker passing in 24 hours. U.S. gasoline averaged $4.166 a gallon on April 9, and AAA said prices could drop slowly. North Sea Forties crude hit a record $146.43 a barrel. The U.S. EIA expects Hormuz flows may take months to recover.
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