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Financial Analysis News 21 January 2026

Rio Tinto stock price rises as bumper Q4 output beats forecasts and puts focus back on February

Rio Tinto stock price rises as bumper Q4 output beats forecasts and puts focus back on February

London, January 21, 2026, 09:12 GMT — Regular session Rio Tinto plc shares rose 3.5% to 6,535 pence in early London trade on Wednesday, lifting the miner against a softer European tape after it reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter production across its key commodities. (London South East) The operational update matters because Rio’s iron ore business still pays most of the bills,…
21 January 2026
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BAT share price today: British American Tobacco edges up after buyback update, steadies after Tuesday drop

BAT share price today: British American Tobacco edges up after buyback update, steadies after Tuesday drop

LONDON, Jan 21, 2026, 08:48 GMT — Regular session British American Tobacco (BATS.L) shares edged up 0.1% to 4,262 pence (£42.62) by 08:48 GMT Wednesday, clawing back some of the losses from Tuesday. (MarketScreener) The modest bounce is notable since BAT is a major, dividend-focused player in the FTSE 100, known for its defensive stance. The stock slipped 2.65% on…
21 January 2026
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Lloyds share price drops 1.6% in early London trade as inflation data lands, tariffs rattle banks

Lloyds share price drops 1.6% in early London trade as inflation data lands, tariffs rattle banks

London, Jan 21, 2026, 08:39 GMT — Regular session Shares of Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY.L) dropped 1.6% to 100.75 pence by 0824 GMT, having started the day at 102.15 pence and dipping to a low of 100.50. The decline coincided with early selling across other UK banking stocks. (London South East) The drop is significant as Lloyds approaches a critical…
21 January 2026
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Beazley share price today rises as Zurich takeover clock ticks toward Feb 16 deadline

Beazley share price today rises as Zurich takeover clock ticks toward Feb 16 deadline

London, Jan 21, 2026, 08:42 GMT — Regular session Beazley (BEZ.L) shares ticked up 0.5% to 1,132 pence by 0842 GMT, staying close to the midpoint of the range established after Zurich Insurance Group revealed its bid. (London South East) That price puts the stock roughly 12% shy of Zurich’s 1,280 pence-a-share offer. Investors are focused on the difference —…
21 January 2026
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Rolls-Royce share price dips early as buyback updates land and SMR deal adds a new angle

Rolls-Royce share price dips early as buyback updates land and SMR deal adds a new angle

London, Jan 21, 2026, 08:17 GMT — Regular session. Shares of Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.L) dipped roughly 1.1% in early London trading Wednesday, hitting 1,266.5 pence after closing at 1,281 pence the day before. Despite the drop, the stock remains up about 10% year-to-date. (MarketScreener) The dip catches attention as investors balance two key factors: ongoing share buybacks and new developments…
21 January 2026
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BAE Systems share price: fresh buyback filing hits tape before London open

BAE Systems share price: fresh buyback filing hits tape before London open

London, Jan 21, 2026, 07:48 GMT — Premarket BAE Systems revealed on Wednesday that it repurchased 103,099 shares on Tuesday as part of its ongoing buyback programme, with plans to cancel them. The defence giant paid between 2,047 pence and 2,079 pence per share, according to a regulatory filing. The volume-weighted average price came in at 2,065.30 pence. So far,…
21 January 2026
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DBS share price slips again as Trump tariff threats jar markets; Feb 9 results loom

DBS share price slips again as Trump tariff threats jar markets; Feb 9 results loom

Singapore, Jan 21, 2026, 14:49 SGT — Regular session DBS Group Holdings Ltd (D05.SI) shares dipped 0.3% to S$57.94 by 2:39 p.m. in Singapore, shedding 19 cents on the day. The stock had last closed at S$58.13, fluctuating between S$57.40 and S$58.08 during the session. Its 52-week range remains between S$36.30 and S$59.25. (SG Investors) The shift is significant as…
21 January 2026
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UOB share price today: U11 slips after fresh buyback notice as investors eye Feb. 24 results

UOB share price today: U11 slips after fresh buyback notice as investors eye Feb. 24 results

Singapore, Jan 21, 2026, 14:59 SGT — Regular session Shares of United Overseas Bank Ltd slipped Wednesday following the announcement of a fresh on-market share buyback. By 2:58 pm Singapore time, UOB was down 0.4% at S$36.61, after ranging between S$36.30 and S$36.79. (Google) The change is minor, yet it keeps capital returns in focus. Investors are digging into what…
21 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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Evolution Mining share price hits record as EVN cuts cost guidance after cash-flow surge

Evolution Mining share price hits record as EVN cuts cost guidance after cash-flow surge

Sydney, Jan 21, 2026, 17:23 AEDT — Market closed. Evolution Mining Ltd jumped roughly 9.5% Wednesday, buoyed by a forecast of record cash flow and falling costs. The Australian gold miner’s shares settled at A$14.79, having hit an intraday high of A$14.855, according to delayed pricing data. (Intelligent Investor) The update came as funds continue pouring into gold, which recently…
21 January 2026
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ANZ share price drops 2% as risk-off hits Australian banks; CPI and RBA loom

ANZ share price drops 2% as risk-off hits Australian banks; CPI and RBA loom

Sydney, Jan 21, 2026, 16:52 AEDT — Market closed. ANZ Group Holdings (ANZ.AX) slipped 2.1% to close at A$36.17 on Wednesday. The shares have dropped roughly 3% over the last two days, moving in a range from A$36.06 to A$36.76 on a turnover of around 3.43 million shares. (Investing) The pullback is significant since Australia’s major banks hold central roles…
21 January 2026
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IonQ stock whipsaws in late trade as quantum names get caught in tech selloff

IonQ stock whipsaws in late trade as quantum names get caught in tech selloff

New York, Jan 20, 2026, 21:33 EST — Market closed Shares of IonQ, Inc. slipped 0.3% to $50.66 following Tuesday’s close, after moving between $47.71 and $54.17 during the session on volume of roughly 24.6 million shares. U.S. stocks tumbled late in the session, dragged down by new tariff news and a surge in risk aversion that slammed growth and…
21 January 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Johnson & Johnson and Merck: Two Healthcare Stocks to Hold for 20 Years
    January 23, 2026, 1:21 PM EST. Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and Merck (MRK) stand out as durable picks for long-term investors, driven by strong healthcare franchises. Merck's oncology focus, led by its blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda, positions it for continued sales growth despite looming patent expiration in 2028. The company also expands with new approvals and formulations to sustain momentum. Johnson & Johnson benefits from a diversified portfolio across pharmaceuticals and medical devices, consistently delivering revenue and earnings, even amid challenges. Both stocks offer attractive dividend yields - Merck at 3.1% with nearly doubling payouts historically, and Johnson & Johnson at 2.35%. Their scale, innovation, and dividend track records make them solid candidates for wealth accumulation over two decades, despite short-term volatility.
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