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Stock Market 18 December 2025

ASML Holding N.V. Stock (ASML) Slides on China EUV “Manhattan Project” Report as High‑NA EUV and 2026–2027 Forecasts Stay Strong

ASML Holding N.V. Stock (ASML) Slides on China EUV “Manhattan Project” Report as High‑NA EUV and 2026–2027 Forecasts Stay Strong

ASML shares fell about 5%–6% to $1,015 on December 18 after Reuters reported China has developed a prototype EUV lithography machine, challenging ASML’s dominance in advanced chipmaking. The Chinese system reportedly became operational in early 2025 but is not yet producing chips. Meanwhile, ASML and Intel announced progress on High-NA EUV technology, reaching key testing milestones.
18 December 2025
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Micron Technology Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): MU Jumps on Blowout AI Memory Forecast, HBM Demand, and Analyst Upgrades

Micron Technology Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): MU Jumps on Blowout AI Memory Forecast, HBM Demand, and Analyst Upgrades

Micron Technology reported record fiscal Q1 2026 results and forecasted Q2 revenue of $18.7 billion and adjusted EPS of $8.42, both far above analyst estimates. Shares surged nearly 12% in early European trading. The company cited strong demand from AI data centers and tight memory chip supplies. Micron declared a $0.115 dividend, payable January 14, 2026.
18 December 2025
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Standard Chartered PLC Stock (LSE: STAN) Near Record High: Buyback Update, Tokenisation Push, and Fresh 2025–2027 Forecasts

Standard Chartered PLC Stock (LSE: STAN) Near Record High: Buyback Update, Tokenisation Push, and Fresh 2025–2027 Forecasts

Standard Chartered shares traded near record highs on 18 December 2025 after the bank disclosed a buyback of 537,730 shares, with prices ranging from 1,765.0p to 1,804.5p. The bank also announced blockchain-based tokenised deposits for Ant International, supporting real-time fund movement in multiple currencies. The stock is up about 77% over the past year. Market cap stood near £39.9bn.
18 December 2025
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Barclays PLC Stock (BARC.L) Near 52-Week High as BoE Rate Cut Looms: Buyback Update, Evelyn Partners Deal Talk, and Analyst Targets

Barclays PLC Stock (BARC.L) Near 52-Week High as BoE Rate Cut Looms: Buyback Update, Evelyn Partners Deal Talk, and Analyst Targets

Barclays shares hovered in the mid-460s pence on December 18 after the bank disclosed a buyback of 2.6 million shares at an average price of 461.25p. The move follows UK inflation data below forecasts, fueling bets on a Bank of England rate cut from 4.0% to 3.75%. Barclays has repurchased 39 million shares since October. The UK banking index hit its highest since 2008 in the previous session.
18 December 2025
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Shell Plc Stock (SHEL) Today: Dividend Payment, Buybacks, New Projects and Analyst Forecasts — Dec. 18, 2025

Shell Plc Stock (SHEL) Today: Dividend Payment, Buybacks, New Projects and Analyst Forecasts — Dec. 18, 2025

Shell’s U.S.-listed shares traded near $71.55 early Thursday as oil prices climbed, with WTI at $56.38 and Brent at $60.10 amid new geopolitical tensions. Shell confirmed its next dividend of $0.358 per share will be paid Dec. 18, 2025, to shareholders on record Nov. 14. The company continues share buybacks and announced new project approvals and drilling plans.
18 December 2025
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Unilever PLC Stock (UL, ULVR) on 18.12.2025: Analyst Forecasts, Magnum Spin-Off Fallout, and What Investors Watch Next

Unilever PLC Stock (UL, ULVR) on 18.12.2025: Analyst Forecasts, Magnum Spin-Off Fallout, and What Investors Watch Next

Unilever completed the demerger of its ice cream business, now trading as The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC), and consolidated its shares at an 8-for-9 ratio in early December. Unilever stock closed at £48.82 in London and $65.57 in New York on 17–18 December, both higher on the day. TMICC debuted with a €7.8 billion valuation, below some forecasts. Investors are adjusting to new trading mechanics and ISIN codes.
18 December 2025
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BP PLC Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): CEO Shake‑Up, Meg O’Neill Named Successor, and Why BP Shares Are Back in Play

BP PLC Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): CEO Shake‑Up, Meg O’Neill Named Successor, and Why BP Shares Are Back in Play

BP said Thursday CEO Murray Auchincloss is stepping down effective immediately, with Carol Howle named interim CEO and Woodside Energy chief Meg O’Neill set to take over in April 2026. Shares traded in the mid-420s pence in London after the news. O’Neill will be BP’s first external and first female CEO. The board cited a need to accelerate change as activist pressure mounts.
18 December 2025
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Rio Tinto plc Stock (RIO): UBS Highlights Argentina Lithium Upside as Simandou Exports Begin and a $10B Divestment Plan Takes Shape

Rio Tinto plc Stock (RIO): UBS Highlights Argentina Lithium Upside as Simandou Exports Begin and a $10B Divestment Plan Takes Shape

Rio Tinto shares hit a record A$143.89 in Sydney after UBS highlighted growing confidence in the miner’s lithium strategy, citing Argentina brine assets. UBS maintained a neutral rating and A$140 target, warning execution remains key. Meanwhile, Simandou in Guinea began iron ore exports, but mass layoffs raised local risks.
18 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Today (18 December 2025): FTSE 100 Set for a Cautious Open as BoE Rate Cut Looms; BP CEO Shock and Currys Results in Focus

UK Stock Market Today (18 December 2025): FTSE 100 Set for a Cautious Open as BoE Rate Cut Looms; BP CEO Shock and Currys Results in Focus

FTSE 100 futures dipped about 0.1% ahead of Thursday’s open, with the index seen starting around 9,771.52. Investors await the Bank of England’s noon decision, with markets pricing in a quarter-point rate cut to 3.75% after UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November. Sterling weakened after the data. The prior session saw the FTSE 100 close up 0.9%.
18 December 2025
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HSBC Holdings Plc Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Dividend Lands, Shares Hold Near Highs as Hang Seng Deal and Rate Cuts Shape the Outlook

HSBC Holdings Plc Stock News Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Dividend Lands, Shares Hold Near Highs as Hang Seng Deal and Rate Cuts Shape the Outlook

HSBC paid its third interim dividend for 2025 on Dec. 18, distributing $0.10 per ordinary share and $0.50 per ADR. London-listed HSBC shares hovered near recent highs after a bank rally driven by UK rate-cut expectations and broker upgrades. The stock closed up 2.7% on Dec. 17, hitting a new 52-week high. Investors are watching a buyback pause and Hong Kong restructuring plans.
18 December 2025
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Vedanta Ltd Stock Hits Fresh Highs After NCLT Demerger Nod: Latest News, Broker Targets, Dividend Outlook and Key Risks (18 Dec 2025)

Vedanta Ltd Stock Hits Fresh Highs After NCLT Demerger Nod: Latest News, Broker Targets, Dividend Outlook and Key Risks (18 Dec 2025)

Vedanta Ltd shares hovered near a record ₹580 after the National Company Law Tribunal approved its demerger plan, disclosed December 16. The split will create five listed entities, but approval for the merchant power business remains pending. Brokerages raised targets amid debate over debt and governance. Investors await the record date for share entitlements.
18 December 2025
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Kaynes Technology India Ltd Share Price Today (18 Dec 2025): Why KAYNES Stock Is in Focus After Disclosure Clarifications, CRISIL Watch and New Semiconductor Tie-Ups

Kaynes Technology India Ltd Share Price Today (18 Dec 2025): Why KAYNES Stock Is in Focus After Disclosure Clarifications, CRISIL Watch and New Semiconductor Tie-Ups

Kaynes Technology traded near ₹4,122 midday on 18 December, down sharply from its 52-week high of ₹7,822. The stock has faced volatility after disclosure concerns flagged by Kotak, a CRISIL credit watch, and rumors of an auditor change, which the company denied. Market cap stood at about ₹27,450 crore.
18 December 2025
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BSE Ltd Share Price Today (Dec 18, 2025): Stock Rises Near ₹2,690 as Fresh Filings Flag GST Order, Social Stock Exchange Move; What Analysts Forecast Next

BSE Ltd Share Price Today (Dec 18, 2025): Stock Rises Near ₹2,690 as Fresh Filings Flag GST Order, Social Stock Exchange Move; What Analysts Forecast Next

BSE Ltd shares rose about 2% to ₹2,688.40 on Thursday, outperforming a mixed broader market. The company disclosed a ₹7.25 crore GST demand order and said it will appeal. BSE’s board also approved a ₹1.6 lakh stake in a new Section 8 company tied to the Social Stock Exchange framework. Year-to-date, BSE shares are up roughly 48%.
18 December 2025
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HDFC Bank Share Price Today: Stock Holds Near ₹983 as FD Rate Cuts, IndusInd Stake Nod and Analyst Targets Shape the Outlook (Dec 18, 2025)

HDFC Bank Share Price Today: Stock Holds Near ₹983 as FD Rate Cuts, IndusInd Stake Nod and Analyst Targets Shape the Outlook (Dec 18, 2025)

HDFC Bank traded in a narrow ₹976–₹987 range on December 18, after cutting fixed deposit rates and receiving regulatory approval to raise its stake in IndusInd Bank to 9.5%. The stock briefly slipped below its 100-day moving average early in the session. Broader Indian markets remained flat, lacking strong catalysts. HDFC Bank’s U.S. ADR closed at $35.13, down 0.5% overnight.
18 December 2025
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Vodafone Idea Share Price Today (Dec 18, 2025): Vi Stock Rises Again as AGR Relief Talk, Funding Moves and Analyst Forecasts Drive Focus

Vodafone Idea Share Price Today (Dec 18, 2025): Vi Stock Rises Again as AGR Relief Talk, Funding Moves and Analyst Forecasts Drive Focus

Vodafone Idea shares rose about 3% to ₹11.49 on December 18, trading near their 52-week high amid heavy volumes on NSE and BSE. The rally follows recent Supreme Court signals that the government may consider broader relief on the company’s AGR dues. Market capitalization hovered around ₹1.24 lakh crore. Investors remain focused on potential changes to Vodafone Idea’s statutory payment obligations.
18 December 2025
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Meesho Limited Stock Today: Shares Swing After Briefly Crossing ₹1 Lakh Crore Market Cap — Latest News, Analyst Targets, and Outlook (Dec 18, 2025)

Meesho Limited Stock Today: Shares Swing After Briefly Crossing ₹1 Lakh Crore Market Cap — Latest News, Analyst Targets, and Outlook (Dec 18, 2025)

Meesho shares hit a record ₹233.60 on the NSE Thursday, briefly lifting its market value above ₹1 lakh crore before sharp profit booking pulled the stock down to around ₹220 by midday. The stock has nearly doubled from its ₹111 IPO price in seven sessions, fueled by UBS’s “Buy” rating and a ₹220 target. Trading remained volatile as investors weighed momentum against valuation concerns.
18 December 2025
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India Stock Market Today (18 December 2025): Sensex, Nifty Turn Positive After Early Dip as IT and Banks Lead; Rupee and Global Cues Keep Traders Cautious

India Stock Market Today (18 December 2025): Sensex, Nifty Turn Positive After Early Dip as IT and Banks Lead; Rupee and Global Cues Keep Traders Cautious

The BSE Sensex rose about 110 points to 84,669 and the NSE Nifty 50 gained 49 points to 25,868 by early afternoon Thursday, led by IT and banking stocks. Market breadth stayed negative, with more decliners than gainers. The rupee hovered near record lows at 90.415 per dollar. Global tech jitters and uncertainty over India–US trade talks weighed on sentiment.
18 December 2025
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Stock Market Updates

Micron, Qualcomm lift chip stocks after hours as Nasdaq slips

Micron, Qualcomm lift chip stocks after hours as Nasdaq slips

25 June 2026
Micron soared 16.34% after hours as customers locked in nearly $100 billion in future supply obligations—about 2.4 times its latest quarterly revenue—fueling a $400 billion surge in chip stocks and reversing the tech selloff that erased over $1 trillion from the Nasdaq 100 this week.
Western Digital falls after AI-storage rally, investors look to Micron

Western Digital falls after AI-storage rally, investors look to Micron

25 June 2026
Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) shares dropped about 4% after a multi-week rally fueled by AI storage demand, as investors awaited Micron Technology’s earnings for new signals on enterprise storage spending; analysts cite a persistent hard-disk supply deficit that could support pricing into 2027, with Morgan Stanley raising its price target to $650.
BlackBerry falls with volume outpacing buyback plan ahead of earnings

BlackBerry falls with volume outpacing buyback plan ahead of earnings

25 June 2026
BlackBerry closed down 2.3% at $8.62 despite Stifel initiating coverage with a Buy and $12 target—39% above the close—while trading volume of 38.3 million shares far exceeded its entire buyback authorization, highlighting investor focus ahead of Thursday’s Q1 results and underscoring the limited impact of BlackBerry’s capital return plan.
Opendoor slides after landing in Russell 3000, liquidity and dilution concerns follow

Opendoor edges up before Russell 3000 move, soft housing numbers weigh

25 June 2026
Santos shares closed down 0.96% at A$7.24 after Brent crude slumped US$3.34 to US$73.74, cutting potential annual gross sales from its new Pikka project by about US$50 million at plateau rates; Pikka’s ramp to 80,000 barrels per day is key, as oil price swings now have a direct impact on Santos’ production-linked revenue and its US$2.5 billion net debt reduction target.
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