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Financial Forecasts News 17 December 2025 - 18 December 2025

Wesfarmers (ASX: WES) Share Price Today: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and What Investors Are Watching on 18 December 2025

Wesfarmers (ASX: WES) Share Price Today: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts and What Investors Are Watching on 18 December 2025

Infinity Pharmacy Group, operator of 54 Priceline pharmacies, entered administration Thursday, prompting Wesfarmers’ API unit to appoint receivers as a secured creditor. Wesfarmers shares traded near A$80.61, little changed, as the market assessed potential impacts on its health division and Priceline network. Stores are expected to remain open during receivership.
Brambles Limited Stock (ASX:BXB) on 18 December 2025: Buyback Update, Share Count Moves, and Analyst Forecasts

Brambles Limited Stock (ASX:BXB) on 18 December 2025: Buyback Update, Share Count Moves, and Analyst Forecasts

Brambles Limited bought back 243,581 shares for A$5.57 million on 17 December, with cancellation set for 19 December. The company also issued 7,633 new shares under its employee plan. Brambles shares traded between A$22.595 and A$23.035 on Thursday. The ongoing buyback program allows for up to US$400 million in repurchases.
NAB Share Price Today: National Australia Bank Limited (ASX:NAB) Stock News, Forecasts and Outlook for 18 December 2025

NAB Share Price Today: National Australia Bank Limited (ASX:NAB) Stock News, Forecasts and Outlook for 18 December 2025

NAB shares traded near A$41.81 on Thursday, with a market cap of about A$127.69 billion. The bank raised fixed home loan rates this week, now offering 5.39% p.a. for certain two-year owner-occupier loans. NAB and Commonwealth Bank expect the Reserve Bank of Australia to raise rates in February and May 2026. Analysts remain split on the stock’s outlook.
Nu Holdings (NU) Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): Key News, Fresh Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens Dec. 18

Nu Holdings (NU) Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): Key News, Fresh Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens Dec. 18

Nu Holdings closed down 2.10% at $15.86 Wednesday, then edged up to $15.91 in after-hours trading. Institutional filings showed Assenagon Asset Management nearly doubled its NU stake, while Salem Investment Counselors and Northside Capital trimmed holdings. Hamilton Lane Advisors disclosed a new position. Broader market weakness weighed on fintech stocks.
18 December 2025
USDC-USD Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): USD Coin Holds the $1 Peg as Visa Expands USDC Settlement — Forecast and What Comes Next

USDC-USD Price Today (Dec. 17, 2025): USD Coin Holds the $1 Peg as Visa Expands USDC Settlement — Forecast and What Comes Next

USDC traded at about $0.9999 on December 17, 2025, according to CoinGecko, with a 24-hour range between $0.9987 and $1.00. CoinMarketCap listed a similar price and reported trading volume in the low tens of billions. The token’s price remained stable as Visa announced an expansion of USDC settlement in the U.S. on December 16.
Cipher Mining (CIFR) Stock Today: News, Forecasts, and Analyst Outlook for December 17, 2025

Cipher Mining (CIFR) Stock Today: News, Forecasts, and Analyst Outlook for December 17, 2025

December 17, 2025 — Cipher Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: CIFR) is back in focus as traders balance two competing narratives: near-term volatility tied to Bitcoin and broader “risk-on/risk-off” sentiment, versus a rapidly expanding pipeline of AI/HPC data-center contracts that management and many analysts believe could reshape the company’s revenue profile over the next several years. In early Wednesday trading, CIFR gapped higher at the open after closing at $14.99 and opening at $15.66, with shares changing hands near the mid‑$15 range and millions of shares traded. MarketBeat+1 What’s driving CIFR stock on Dec. 17, 2025 1) A sharp swing week for
Symbotic (SYM) Stock News Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Offering Fallout, Q4 Results, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Symbotic (SYM) Stock News Today (Dec. 17, 2025): Offering Fallout, Q4 Results, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Symbotic Inc. shares fell about 9% to around $57 on Wednesday, Dec. 17, after opening near $62.69 and hitting an intraday low in the mid-$50s. The drop extends recent volatility following a $425 million equity offering that closed Dec. 8 and a new customer win. Trading volume surged on Dec. 16 during a brief rebound, but selling resumed as investors weighed dilution and growth prospects.
17 December 2025
Spotify Stock (SPOT) News Today: Citizens Starts Coverage With $800 Target as Shares Slip; Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts (Dec. 17, 2025)

Spotify Stock (SPOT) News Today: Citizens Starts Coverage With $800 Target as Shares Slip; Analyst Forecasts and Key Catalysts (Dec. 17, 2025)

Spotify shares fell 2.46% to $564.85 by Wednesday afternoon, despite Citizens JMP initiating coverage with a “Market Outperform” rating and an $800 price target. The stock opened at $587.21 and traded between $564.09 and $589.88. Spotify remains about 28% below its 52-week high. Earnings are expected February 10, 2026.
AppLovin (APP) Stock News Today (Dec. 17, 2025): BTIG Lifts Price Target as Wedbush Highlights Axon Momentum—Latest Forecasts and Key Risks

AppLovin (APP) Stock News Today (Dec. 17, 2025): BTIG Lifts Price Target as Wedbush Highlights Axon Momentum—Latest Forecasts and Key Risks

AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ: APP) is back on traders’ radars on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, as fresh analyst commentary lands while the stock continues to consolidate near recent highs after a powerful 2025 run. By midday in the U.S. session, AppLovin shares were trading in the mid-$670s and down modestly on the day. The stock’s intraday range has been roughly the mid-$660s to the high-$680s, underscoring the name’s ongoing volatility even during quieter sessions. Investing.com APP stock price action on Dec. 17, 2025 As of mid-session Wednesday, APP was hovering around $675–$676 per share, down fractionally on the day. MarketBeat Despite
17 December 2025
OneStream (OS) Stock Jumps as BTIG Initiates Coverage: Latest News, Analyst Targets, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

OneStream (OS) Stock Jumps as BTIG Initiates Coverage: Latest News, Analyst Targets, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

OneStream (NASDAQ: OS) shares rose about 6% Wednesday to $18.70 after BTIG initiated coverage with a “Buy” rating and $25 price target. The move follows recent analyst actions, including Mizuho lowering its target to $25, and comes as the stock remains below key moving averages. Trading volume was moderate. Consensus analyst targets imply significant upside from current levels.
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Series A Stock Today: Board Rejects Paramount’s $30 Bid, Backs Netflix Deal — News, Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching (Dec. 17, 2025)

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Series A Stock Today: Board Rejects Paramount’s $30 Bid, Backs Netflix Deal — News, Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching (Dec. 17, 2025)

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. Series A Common Stock (NASDAQ: WBD) is trading in the middle of one of the most dramatic M&A battles the media industry has seen in years, after the company’s board formally urged shareholders not to tender into Paramount Skydance’s hostile offer and to instead support Warner Bros. Discovery’s already-signed combination with Netflix. Nasdaq+1 WBD stock price on Dec. 17, 2025: the market is pricing a “deal probability” spread As of the latest reported trade on December 17, 2025, WBD stock was $28.455, down $0.445 from the prior close (about -1.54%), with heavy trading volume. That price
ZoomInfo Technologies (GTM) Stock Jumps After BTIG’s Buy Call: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Next (Dec. 17, 2025)

ZoomInfo Technologies (GTM) Stock Jumps After BTIG’s Buy Call: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Next (Dec. 17, 2025)

ZoomInfo Technologies shares rose above $10.50 midday Wednesday after BTIG initiated coverage with a “Buy” rating and $13 price target. The move followed a volatile month for software stocks and renewed attention to ZoomInfo’s AI-driven product roadmap. BTIG cited accelerating growth, high gross margins, and recent large contract wins. Analyst sentiment on the stock remains divided despite the day’s gains.
Pfizer Stock (PFE) Today: 2026 Guidance Triggers Fresh Scrutiny—News, Forecasts, Analyst Targets and Dividend Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Pfizer Stock (PFE) Today: 2026 Guidance Triggers Fresh Scrutiny—News, Forecasts, Analyst Targets and Dividend Outlook (Dec. 17, 2025)

Pfizer shares traded near $25.50 Wednesday after the company issued 2026 revenue guidance of $59.5–$62.5 billion and forecast adjusted EPS of $2.80–$3.00, below Wall Street expectations. The company also cut its 2025 revenue outlook to about $62 billion. Shares fell about 5% after the update. Pfizer cited lower COVID product sales and ongoing patent losses as key headwinds.
Snap Inc Stock News Today (NYSE: SNAP): Shares Hover Near $7.37 as Wall Street Stays “Hold” — Latest Forecasts, Insider Filings, and 2026 Catalysts (Dec. 17, 2025)

Snap Inc Stock News Today (NYSE: SNAP): Shares Hover Near $7.37 as Wall Street Stays “Hold” — Latest Forecasts, Insider Filings, and 2026 Catalysts (Dec. 17, 2025)

Snap Inc. shares traded near $7.37 early Wednesday, flat after a brief rebound, and remain close to their 52-week low. Wall Street analysts maintain a cautious stance, with most rating the stock “Hold” and average 12-month price targets around $9.85. Recent SEC filings show CEO Evan Spiegel sold over 1.25 million shares under a 10b5-1 plan at about $8 per share.
17 December 2025
Intel Stock News and Forecast (Dec. 17, 2025): INTC in Focus on SambaNova Deal Talk, High‑NA EUV Milestone, and Analyst Price Targets

Intel Stock News and Forecast (Dec. 17, 2025): INTC in Focus on SambaNova Deal Talk, High‑NA EUV Milestone, and Analyst Price Targets

Intel shares closed at $37.31 on Dec. 16, 2025, trading between $36.92 and $37.96 Wednesday, with a market cap near $178 billion. Reports say Intel signed a nonbinding term sheet to acquire AI chip startup SambaNova for about $1.6 billion. The company is also making progress on next-gen chipmaking and may outsource a key chipset to Samsung.
Broadcom (AVGO) Stock News Today, Dec. 17, 2025: AI Margin Concerns, Wall Street Price Targets, and the Next Catalysts

Broadcom (AVGO) Stock News Today, Dec. 17, 2025: AI Margin Concerns, Wall Street Price Targets, and the Next Catalysts

Broadcom shares traded near $341 Wednesday after a steep post-earnings selloff, as investors weighed strong AI-driven revenue growth against management’s warning of margin pressure from a higher mix of AI products. Fiscal Q4 revenue rose 28% to $18.015 billion, but the company projected a sequential gross margin decline of about 100 basis points.
17 December 2025
Ambev (ABEV) Stock News Today: Dividend Boost, New Capacity, and 2026 Forecasts in Focus (Dec. 17, 2025)

Ambev (ABEV) Stock News Today: Dividend Boost, New Capacity, and 2026 Forecasts in Focus (Dec. 17, 2025)

Ambev’s board approved dividends of R$0.4612 per share, payable Dec. 30, 2025, and interest on own capital of R$0.2690 gross per share, to be paid by Dec. 31, 2026. The NYSE ADR trades ex-dividend and ex-IOC starting Dec. 19. Ambev’s ADR closed at $2.55 on Dec. 16, near its 52-week high. The company is also expanding premium beer output and packaging capacity.
Pfizer Stock (PFE) Slips After 2026 Outlook: Guidance, Analyst Forecasts, Dividend Update, and Key Catalysts to Watch on Dec. 17, 2025

Pfizer Stock (PFE) Slips After 2026 Outlook: Guidance, Analyst Forecasts, Dividend Update, and Key Catalysts to Watch on Dec. 17, 2025

Pfizer shares fell 3.4% to $25.53 Wednesday after the company cut its 2025 revenue forecast to about $62 billion and issued 2026 guidance below analyst expectations. Pfizer now projects 2026 revenue of $59.5–$62.5 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.80–$3.00. COVID-19 product sales are expected to drop to $5 billion in 2026. No share repurchases are planned for 2025 or 2026.
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National Grid share price on a six-session run: what could move NG.L when London reopens

National Grid share price on a six-session run: what could move NG.L when London reopens

8 February 2026
National Grid closed Friday at 1,285 pence, up 0.23%, marking its sixth straight gain and trading near a 52-week high. Investors focused on Bank of England survey results showing expectations for Bank Rate to fall to 3.0% by March 2027. UK GDP, trade, and industrial output data are due Feb. 12. 6.51 million National Grid shares changed hands in the session.
Idox share price stuck below 71.5p bid as Long Path says backing nears control

Idox share price stuck below 71.5p bid as Long Path says backing nears control

8 February 2026
Long Path Partners said it has aggregate support for about 49.26% of Idox shares for its 71.5p-per-share cash offer. Idox shares closed Friday at 71.0p, about 0.7% below the offer price. Valid acceptances stood at 19.12% as of Feb. 5, with the offer open until March 16. The deal requires more than 50% of voting rights to go unconditional.
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