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Investing News 19 January 2026

Unilever stock price rises in London despite Trump tariff jitters — what to watch before earnings

Unilever stock price rises in London despite Trump tariff jitters — what to watch before earnings

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:47 GMT — Regular session Unilever (ULVR.L) shares climbed roughly 0.7% to 4,793 pence in early London trade Monday, showing resilience amid risk-off headlines sweeping Europe. The stock has slipped about 1.4% year to date. (MarketScreener) The pan-European STOXX 600 slid 1.3%, while London’s FTSE 100 dipped 0.4% following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose more tariffs if the U.S. isn’t allowed to buy Greenland. Trump announced a 10% tariff starting Feb. 1 on goods from several European countries, set to jump to 25% on June 1 if no agreement is reached. U.S. markets were
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BAT share price today: British American Tobacco stock steadies after buyback update

BAT share price today: British American Tobacco stock steadies after buyback update

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:20 GMT — Regular session underway British American Tobacco shares held steady in early Monday trading following a routine filing that revealed another tranche of share buybacks under its existing programme. By 0820 GMT, the stock inched up 1 pence to 4,327 pence, after finishing at 4,326 pence on Friday. (Investing.com) Buybacks are key since BAT has relied on returning cash to reassure income-focused investors, despite the tobacco sector facing stricter regulations and mixed demand for newer nicotine offerings. As earnings season nears, traders are eager to interpret any news on capital returns as a gauge
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Lloyds share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters spread — what to watch next

Lloyds share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters spread — what to watch next

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:34 GMT — Regular session Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY.L) shares fell 0.5% to 101.55 pence by 0834 GMT on Monday, dragged lower amid renewed risk aversion hitting European markets. The stock swung between 100.11p and 101.80p, following a close of 102.10p the day before. (Google) The dip is modest, coming on the heels of a strong rally that took the stock to a 52-week high earlier this month. That makes the shares more vulnerable to news, especially as investors prepare for a busy slate of earnings reports and macroeconomic updates. In a regulatory filing on Monday,
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Wall Street is shut for MLK Day — the 2026 U.S. market holiday calendar and the crypto ETF catch

Wall Street is shut for MLK Day — the 2026 U.S. market holiday calendar and the crypto ETF catch

NEW YORK, January 19, 2026, 03:20 EST U.S. stock markets, including the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq, will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Trading picks back up Tuesday. The next full-market closure won’t be until Presidents Day on Feb. 16, 2026. (scanx.trade) The timing is crucial since the U.S. operates on a T+1 settlement cycle—meaning trades settle one business day after the trade date—for most stocks and ETFs. With Monday a holiday, trades executed late last week won’t settle until Tuesday, delaying the cash and share exchange by a full day. (Investor) “For
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RELX stock slips early in London as buyback rolls on and Feb. 12 results loom

RELX stock slips early in London as buyback rolls on and Feb. 12 results loom

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:05 GMT — Regular session Shares of UK information and analytics firm RELX slipped 0.5% in early London trade on Monday, sliding to 3,077 pence following a weak start. (Investing.com) Investors are gearing up for the next key milestone: the full-year results. That’s when RELX usually lays out its growth outlook and cash return plans for the coming year. No major company updates surfaced over the weekend, so the stock is likely to follow the wider market’s lead. The FTSE 100 barely moved at the open, with major U.S. stock indexes showing signs of weakness, tempering
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GSK share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters flare — what investors watch next

GSK share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters flare — what investors watch next

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:02 GMT — Regular session Shares of GSK plc (GSK.L) edged down 0.6% to 1,806 pence by 0802 GMT, marking a subdued opening for the drugmaker in London. The stock fluctuated between 1,796p and 1,809p, staying far from its 52-week peak. (Google) Timing is key. Traders kicked off the week risk-averse after U.S. President Donald Trump promised to expand tariffs on European nations, rattling markets. With U.S. shares shut Monday for a holiday, European price swings—even among big caps—can be muted. (Reuters) That cautious mood was evident across markets. Gold and silver surged to all-time highs
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Experian dividend payout in pounds: New FX rate set as Jan 21 update looms

Experian dividend payout in pounds: New FX rate set as Jan 21 update looms

LONDON, Jan 19, 2026, 07:45 (GMT) Experian shares will draw attention as London opens on Monday, following the credit data company’s announcement of the sterling conversion rate for its first interim dividend. It’s a minor move but one that factors into income estimates. (TechStock²) The timing is crucial as Experian’s next trading update is just days off, with the dividend payment date looming to keep focus sharp. According to the company’s financial calendar, the third-quarter trading update is set for Jan. 21, while the first interim dividend payment falls on Feb. 6. (Experian) Experian pegged the conversion rate at 1
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4DMedical (4DX) share price slips after $150m raise — what investors watch next

4DMedical (4DX) share price slips after $150m raise — what investors watch next

Sydney, January 19, 2026, 17:29 AEDT — The market has closed. 4DMedical Ltd shares dropped 4.3% on Monday, closing at A$4.86 after fluctuating between A$4.76 and A$5.42. The lung-imaging stock pulled back following a strong rally. An investor presentation was released in the morning, but the stock slipped by late afternoon. (Intelligent Investor) Timing is key. 4DMedical is just days from closing a A$150 million institutional placement priced at A$3.80 per share, with the new shares set to start trading on January 22. The company said this capital raise, along with a related sale of existing shares, will boost its
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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

Sydney, Jan 19, 2026, 17:18 AEDT — After-hours Australia’s Northern Star Resources Ltd (NST.AX) gained 3.2%, closing at A$27.68 on Monday. It stood out in a mixed Sydney market, fluctuating between A$26.74 and A$27.85 before settling close to its 52-week peak. (Investing.com) This is significant as Northern Star approaches a crucial update. The miner will publish its December-quarter results on Jan. 22, following a cut in its fiscal 2026 production guidance. The revised forecast now sits between 1.6 million and 1.7 million ounces, down from the previous range of 1.7 million to 1.85 million. Gold led the way, with spot
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Lynas Rare Earths share price jumps 5% on ASX as traders eye Wednesday’s quarterly update

Lynas Rare Earths share price jumps 5% on ASX as traders eye Wednesday’s quarterly update

Sydney, Jan 19, 2026, 16:57 AEDT — Market closed. Lynas Rare Earths shares jumped 5.4% on Monday, closing at A$16.32. The rare earths miner stood out as one of the biggest large-cap gainers, despite a dip in Australia’s benchmark. (Investing.com) Now that the market’s closed, focus turns to what’s ahead instead of what just unfolded. The stock’s jump puts it on track for Tuesday, carrying momentum and a clear near-term catalyst lined up. Lynas will report its quarterly results for the period ending Dec. 31, 2025, on Wednesday, Jan. 21. Chief executive Amanda Lacaze is set to lead an analyst
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Xero share price slides after Trump tariff threat hits tech — ASX:XRO sinks to 12‑month low

Xero share price slides after Trump tariff threat hits tech — ASX:XRO sinks to 12‑month low

SYDNEY, Jan 19, 2026, 16:51 AEDT — The market has closed. Cloud accounting software provider Xero Ltd (XRO.AX) slipped 2.6% to close at A$100.89 on Monday, hitting a 12-month low of A$98.23 earlier in the session. The stock started the day at A$103.25 and peaked at A$103.35. Since January, shares have dropped roughly 10%, with around 889,000 shares traded, according to market data. (Investing.com) The drop followed investor retreat from risk after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on several European countries over Greenland, raising fears of a trade war. “Markets are pricing in increased political risk premia on the
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CSL share price rises after RBC upgrade, with Feb results now the next test

CSL share price rises after RBC upgrade, with Feb results now the next test

Sydney, Jan 19, 2026, 16:51 AEDT — After-hours CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) shares closed Monday 0.55% higher at A$176.50, boosted by a broker upgrade that helped the healthcare giant resist broader market weakness. Despite the lift, the stock remains roughly 36% below its level from a year ago. (MarketScreener) Timing is key. CSL is set to release its half-year results and declare an interim dividend on Feb. 11, drawing renewed attention to its outlook as Australia’s reporting season kicks off. (CSL Limited) The broader market mood stayed cautious. The S&P/ASX 200 slipped roughly 0.3% late Monday as investors digested trade news
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Stock Market Today

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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