Today: 21 March 2026
Browse Category

NASDAQ:WALL 1 March 2026

Nasdaq Nordic Week Ahead: OMXS30 ends February at 3,222.75 as PMIs, inflation and U.S. jobs loom

Nasdaq Nordic Week Ahead: OMXS30 ends February at 3,222.75 as PMIs, inflation and U.S. jobs loom

Stockholm’s OMXS30 closed Friday up 0.55% at 3,222.75, hitting a record high, while the OMX Nordic 40 rose 0.61% to 2,617.28. Ericsson gained 2.9%, with Boliden and AstraZeneca also rising over 2%. SEB fell 1.6%. Traders now await Swedish PMI and inflation data, plus the upcoming U.S. payrolls report.

Stock Market Today

  • South32 Valuation Update: Momentum Slows Despite Strong Gains
    March 21, 2026, 11:30 AM EDT. South32 (ASX:S32) has seen a cooling of momentum after an 18.10% gain over three months and a 15.86% total shareholder return over a year. The stock trades at A$3.98, below an analyst-derived fair value of A$4.69, suggesting a 15.2% undervaluation. Key drivers include investments in copper and base metals projects like Hermosa and expanded Sierra Gorda capacity, aligning with rising demand from renewables and electric vehicles. The company is shifting focus away from coal assets to improve margins and reduce risks. However, concerns remain over potential power supply issues and capital costs at various projects. South32's price-to-earnings ratio stands at 32x, above industry and peer averages, indicating less tolerance for earnings shortfalls. Investors are advised to evaluate these mixed signals carefully before making decisions.
Go toTop