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Glencore plc Stock (LON:GLEN) News and Forecasts on Dec. 24, 2025: Chevron Singapore Refinery Bid Talk, Analyst Targets, and Copper Tailwinds

Glencore plc Stock (LON:GLEN) News and Forecasts on Dec. 24, 2025: Chevron Singapore Refinery Bid Talk, Analyst Targets, and Copper Tailwinds

Glencore shares traded near 399p on December 24, close to their 52-week high, amid thin holiday volumes. Reuters reported Eneos is leading bids for Chevron’s 50% stake in a Singapore refinery, with Glencore expected to submit a bid. The refinery processes 290,000 barrels per day and is jointly owned with PetroChina. Glencore’s stock remains sensitive to commodity swings and deal speculation.
24 December 2025
Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) Share Price on 24 December 2025: Latest News, 2026 Forecasts, Dividend Outlook and Key Risks

Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) Share Price on 24 December 2025: Latest News, 2026 Forecasts, Dividend Outlook and Key Risks

Lloyds Banking Group shares traded near 97.5p on December 24, 2025, close to their 52-week high and just below the key £1 mark. Trading volumes were thin ahead of the Christmas break, with the London Stock Exchange running a half-day. The stock’s outlook remains clouded by UK motor finance redress and the impact of Bank of England rate cuts. Lloyds has gained about 80% over the past year.
Rio Tinto Stock (RIO, RIO.L) News Today: Copper Hits Record High as Shares Hover Near 52-Week Peaks (Dec. 24, 2025)

Rio Tinto Stock (RIO, RIO.L) News Today: Copper Hits Record High as Shares Hover Near 52-Week Peaks (Dec. 24, 2025)

Rio Tinto shares closed flat at 5,995p in London and $80.97 in New York on Dec. 24, near annual highs, as copper prices surged past $12,000 per tonne. Holiday trading was thin, with few new company filings. CEO Simon Trott recently raised Rio’s 2025 copper production forecast to 860,000–875,000 tonnes, up from 780,000–850,000.
Shell Plc Stock News Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Buyback Update, Q4 Results Date, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Shell Plc Stock News Today (Dec. 24, 2025): Buyback Update, Q4 Results Date, Analyst Forecasts, and What Investors Are Watching

Shell reported new share buybacks on Dec. 23, purchasing 730,152 shares in London and 726,004 in Amsterdam for cancellation as part of its ongoing $3.5 billion repurchase program. The company’s U.S. shares closed at $73.07 and London shares at 2,702.00 GBp on Dec. 23. Shell’s next major update is scheduled for Jan. 8, 2026, with full Q4 results and dividend details due Feb. 5.
Unilever PLC Stock: UL and ULVR Share Price, Magnum Spin-Off Update, Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 24, 2025)

Unilever PLC Stock: UL and ULVR Share Price, Magnum Spin-Off Update, Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 24, 2025)

Unilever completed the demerger of its Ice Cream business, creating The Magnum Ice Cream Company, and consolidated shares at an 8-for-9 ratio in December. On Dec. 24, Unilever closed at 4,857.5p in London on thin holiday trading. Shareholders received one Magnum share for every five Unilever shares held. Unilever retains about 19.9% of Magnum for up to five years.
24 December 2025
UK Stock Market Today (24 December 2025): FTSE 100 Ends Flat in Christmas Eve Half‑Day as BP’s Castrol Sale, Strong Sterling and Record Metals Shape the Mood

UK Stock Market Today (24 December 2025): FTSE 100 Ends Flat in Christmas Eve Half‑Day as BP’s Castrol Sale, Strong Sterling and Record Metals Shape the Mood

The FTSE 100 closed nearly flat at 9,890.40, up 0.01%, in thin Christmas Eve trading. BP agreed to sell a 65% stake in Castrol to Stonepeak for about $6 billion, valuing Castrol at $10.1 billion. The London Stock Exchange ended its session early at 12:30pm. Sterling rose above $1.35 while precious metals extended gains.
HSBC Holdings Plc Stock (HSBC, HSBA): Latest News, Forecasts and 2026 Outlook as Shares Hit Fresh High on Dec. 24, 2025

HSBC Holdings Plc Stock (HSBC, HSBA): Latest News, Forecasts and 2026 Outlook as Shares Hit Fresh High on Dec. 24, 2025

HSBC shares hit a 52-week high in London on Dec. 23, closing at £11.75, with lighter-than-usual trading ahead of Christmas. The bank announced Ida Liu, former Citi private banking chief, will join as CEO of private banking in January. A proposed Hang Seng Bank privatization is moving toward a vote. HSBC continues to invest in AI and automation amid shifting rate expectations.
24 December 2025
Meesho Limited Share Price Today (24 December 2025): Stock Rebounds Near ₹195 After a Wild Post‑IPO Swing — News, Analyst Targets, Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next

Meesho Limited Share Price Today (24 December 2025): Stock Rebounds Near ₹195 After a Wild Post‑IPO Swing — News, Analyst Targets, Forecasts, and What Investors Watch Next

Meesho shares rebounded about 4%–5% to trade near ₹195–₹197 intraday on 24 December, after plunging over 23% in the previous three sessions. The stock, listed just two weeks ago, saw steep swings amid low free float and recent short squeeze activity. Intraday prices ranged from ₹187.30 to ₹197.20, according to market trackers.
24 December 2025
Vedanta Limited Share Price Today (24 Dec 2025): Demerger Tailwinds, Silver Surge, and Analyst Targets for VEDL Stock

Vedanta Limited Share Price Today (24 Dec 2025): Demerger Tailwinds, Silver Surge, and Analyst Targets for VEDL Stock

Vedanta shares rose about 2% to near ₹599 on December 24 after the NCLT approved its five-way demerger and silver prices hit record highs in India. Hindustan Zinc’s increased silver profits and strong demand for the metal lifted sentiment. Chairman Anil Agarwal highlighted silver’s industrial role. The demerger is set to complete by March 2026, with shareholders receiving one share in each new entity.
24 December 2025
Hindustan Zinc Stock Jumps to Fresh High as Silver Breaks $72: Latest News, Analyst Targets, and Outlook (24 Dec 2025)

Hindustan Zinc Stock Jumps to Fresh High as Silver Breaks $72: Latest News, Analyst Targets, and Outlook (24 Dec 2025)

Hindustan Zinc shares rose up to 4% to ₹632 on December 24, 2025, as silver prices surpassed $72/oz for the first time. The company, a major silver producer, benefited from silver’s 140% rally in 2025. Hindustan Zinc also disclosed a ₹63.9 lakh compounding fee for past DIN filing lapses and reported GST-related penalty orders, which it plans to appeal.
24 December 2025
India Stock Market Today (Dec 24, 2025): Sensex Flat, Nifty Holds 26,150–26,200 as RBI Liquidity Boost Offsets IT Drag

India Stock Market Today (Dec 24, 2025): Sensex Flat, Nifty Holds 26,150–26,200 as RBI Liquidity Boost Offsets IT Drag

India’s Sensex and Nifty 50 traded in a narrow range on December 24, with early gains fading as IT stocks slipped and banks provided support. By midday, the Nifty hovered near 26,190 and the Sensex near 85,540 ahead of the Christmas holiday. Indian exchanges will be closed December 25. The Reserve Bank of India’s liquidity measures pushed bond yields lower.
24 December 2025
Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores (SANDUMA) Share Price Hits Fresh High on Dec 24, 2025: What’s Behind the Surge, Latest Filings, and Outlook

Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores (SANDUMA) Share Price Hits Fresh High on Dec 24, 2025: What’s Behind the Surge, Latest Filings, and Outlook

Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores shares surged about 8% by midday on December 24, 2025, trading near ₹245–₹246 with volumes in the millions. The stock hit a new 52-week high of ₹253.30 before noon. Company filings to exchanges stated no undisclosed information behind the move, attributing the action to market forces.
Shriram Finance Share Price Today (24 Dec 2025): Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week High as MUFG Deal Fuels Rerating — Analyst Targets Up to ₹1,225

Shriram Finance Share Price Today (24 Dec 2025): Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week High as MUFG Deal Fuels Rerating — Analyst Targets Up to ₹1,225

Shriram Finance traded near ₹977 midday Wednesday, hitting a new 52-week high after MUFG agreed to acquire a 20% stake for $4.4 billion. The deal, via a preferential issue at ₹840.93 per share, awaits shareholder and regulatory approval. An EGM is set for January 14, 2026. MUFG will get minority protection rights and pay a $200 million non-compete fee to Shriram Ownership Trust.
JBM Auto Share Price Surges on December 24, 2025: Why JBMA Stock Is Rising, Latest News, Targets and Outlook

JBM Auto Share Price Surges on December 24, 2025: Why JBMA Stock Is Rising, Latest News, Targets and Outlook

JBM Auto shares jumped as much as 12% to ₹645 in intraday trade on December 24, 2025, with volumes surging well above recent averages. The move followed exchange alerts on unusual activity and a company clarification on volume. Broader Indian markets were flat, but JBM Auto ranked among the top BSE ‘A’ group gainers. Renewed interest in electric mobility stocks contributed to the rally.
24 December 2025
Jupiter Wagons Limited Stock Surges on Promoter Stake Hike: JWL Share Price, Latest News, Analyst Targets and Outlook (24 Dec 2025)

Jupiter Wagons Limited Stock Surges on Promoter Stake Hike: JWL Share Price, Latest News, Analyst Targets and Outlook (24 Dec 2025)

Jupiter Wagons shares traded between ₹329 and ₹351 by mid-day December 24 after promoters increased their stake to 19.24% via conversion of 28.72 lakh warrants at ₹470 each. Trading volume stayed high, with the rally drawing attention to railway stocks ahead of the Union Budget 2026. The promoter acquisition was disclosed December 19 under SEBI rules.
24 December 2025
Hindustan Copper Share Price Hits Fresh High as Copper Tops $12,000: Latest News, Forecasts and Outlook (24 Dec 2025)

Hindustan Copper Share Price Hits Fresh High as Copper Tops $12,000: Latest News, Forecasts and Outlook (24 Dec 2025)

Hindustan Copper Ltd surged nearly 6% intraday on Dec. 24, hitting record highs around ₹432–₹434 as copper prices set new peaks in India and globally. Over 1.29 crore shares traded, totaling about ₹549.54 crore in value. The stock has climbed more than 17% in five sessions, tracking copper’s rally past $12,000 per tonne on the LME and new highs on MCX amid supply concerns and tariff risks.

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  • Why onsemi Shares Plunge 21.8% Amid $7 Billion Synaptics Acquisition
    June 26, 2026, 5:41 PM EDT. Shares of analog chipmaker onsemi fell 21.8% following its announcement to acquire Synaptics in a $7 billion all-stock deal. The transaction will dilute existing shareholders as Synaptics investors will hold about 12% of the combined company. onsemi projects $200 million in annual cost savings but provided limited guidance on revenue or manufacturing benefits, causing investor caution. Despite reaffirming its Q2 outlook, uncertainty around the acquisition weighed on the stock. onsemi shares are highly volatile, having experienced 28 moves greater than 5% in the past year. The stock remains down 30.7% from its 52-week high, even as it has gained 63.8% year-to-date.

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Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) drop puts AI order wave up against valuation pressures

Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) drop puts AI order wave up against valuation pressures

26 June 2026
Cisco plunged 4.5% to $113.77, erasing $21 billion in value on heavy volume as FTSE Russell’s reconstitution drove trading; despite the drop, KeyBanc raised its price target to $130, implying 14% upside, but with AI revenue still a small slice of Cisco’s total, investors face pressure to see AI orders convert to revenue amid a volatile tech sector.
Private student lenders face challenge as SAVE plan delayed and loan caps near

Private student lenders face challenge as SAVE plan delayed and loan caps near

26 June 2026
SLM Corp (NASDAQ:SLM) says federal student loan changes could add $4.5B–$5B in annual originations, about one-third of today’s private-education-loan market, but new data show at least one in 10 postbaccalaureate students may face both a funding gap and weak or no credit; SLM stock rose 3.6% near the dateline time.
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