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Stock Market 20 February 2026

OCBC share price today: OCBC stock closes higher ahead of Feb 25 results

OCBC share price today: OCBC stock closes higher ahead of Feb 25 results

OCBC shares closed up 0.6% at S$21.72 on Friday, ahead of its full-year 2025 results set for release before market open on Feb. 25. The Straits Times Index rose 0.3% as U.S.-Iran tensions pushed oil to its highest since August. OCBC reported a surge in new precious metals investors, with its base expanding 2.5 times year-on-year in 2025. Investors are watching net interest margins and potential payout guidance.
20 February 2026
US stock market today: GDP + PCE inflation, oil near highs — what to watch before the open

US stock market today: GDP + PCE inflation, oil near highs — what to watch before the open

S&P 500 futures rose 0.4% before the release of Q4 GDP and December PCE inflation data. Oil held near six-month highs amid U.S.-Iran tensions. The dollar was on track for its biggest weekly gain since October 2025. Deere shares climbed after raising its outlook, while markets watched for fallout from Blue Owl’s redemption changes.
Sensex, Nifty 50 snap back after Thursday slide as oil and U.S. inflation data loom

Sensex, Nifty 50 snap back after Thursday slide as oil and U.S. inflation data loom

Nifty 50 closed up 0.46% at 25,571.25 and Sensex gained 0.38% to 82,814.71, rebounding after Thursday’s sharp drop. Reliance, ICICI Bank, and L&T supported the move, while IT stocks lagged. The rupee fell 0.3% to 90.9825 per dollar, its steepest weekly decline in a month. Novartis India surged nearly 20% after a $159 million stake sale deal.
Australia’s Centrelink boost hits March 20 — but higher deeming rates may trim some pensions

Australia’s Centrelink boost hits March 20 — but higher deeming rates may trim some pensions

More than 5 million Australians on Centrelink payments will receive an inflation-linked increase from March 20, with singles on the full Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, or Carer Payment set to get an extra A$22.20 per fortnight. The government will also raise deeming rates, a move that could reduce some payments for pensioners and welfare recipients. The lower deeming rate will rise by 0.5 points to 1.25%.
20 February 2026
SSE share price today: SSE stock ticks up after Thursday dip as UK rate bets return

SSE share price today: SSE stock ticks up after Thursday dip as UK rate bets return

SSE shares rose 0.7% to 2,567 pence by 0920 GMT Friday, near a 52-week high, as investors favored utilities amid renewed rate-cut bets. UK public finances showed a record January surplus, while retail sales beat forecasts. SSE recently announced up to £950 million in new subsea power investments and forecast lower earnings for 2026. The company’s full-year results are due May 28.
20 February 2026
Anglo American share price rises on De Beers $2.3 billion writedown; investors eye sale timeline

Anglo American share price rises on De Beers $2.3 billion writedown; investors eye sale timeline

Anglo American reported a $3.7 billion annual loss after a $2.3 billion De Beers writedown, sending shares up 1.8% in early London trading. CEO Duncan Wanblad said De Beers sale talks are advanced, with binding bids next. Multiple consortia and Botswana have shown interest in De Beers. Anglo declared a final dividend of 16 cents per share, payable May 6.
20 February 2026
Glencore stock today: Why the share price is steady after the $2 billion payout plan

Glencore stock today: Why the share price is steady after the $2 billion payout plan

Glencore shares edged up 0.04% in London after posting a 6% drop in 2025 adjusted EBITDA to $13.51 billion, beating analyst forecasts. The company announced a $2 billion shareholder return, with 17 cents per share to be paid in June and September. Investors are watching copper growth targets and progress on asset disposals after failed merger talks with Rio Tinto. Energy and coal trading profits fell 32% last year.
20 February 2026

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  • MapLight Therapeutics' Cash Burn and Runway Analysis
    April 26, 2026, 10:15 AM EDT. MapLight Therapeutics (NASDAQ:MPLT) holds US$305 million cash and zero debt as of December 2025, with an annual cash burn of US$139 million, resulting in a 2.2-year cash runway. Despite no revenue in the past year, suggesting early-stage development, its cash burn has surged 74%, reflecting intensified business activity. With a market capitalization of US$1.3 billion, the cash burn represents 11% of its value, indicating the company could potentially raise additional funds through equity issuance despite dilution risks. Shareholders should watch cash burn trends closely amid growth expectations to assess financial health.

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PayPal Stock Gets a Fresh Wall Street Lift — But the Sell Rating Says the Hard Part Isn’t Over

PayPal Stock Gets a Fresh Wall Street Lift — But the Sell Rating Says the Hard Part Isn’t Over

26 April 2026
PayPal shares rose 1.5% Friday after Truist Financial raised its price target to $45, though the stock traded at $50.48. The move comes as PayPal faces pressure from missed earnings, a new CEO, and increased competition from Apple Pay and Stripe. PayPal recently launched Curated Ads for connected TV and signed an NFL partnership for peer-to-peer payments. Fourth-quarter revenue rose 4% to $8.68 billion.
Cameco Corporation Stock Slips Before Q1 Results — Why Uranium Investors Are Watching May 5

Cameco Corporation Stock Slips Before Q1 Results — Why Uranium Investors Are Watching May 5

26 April 2026
Cameco’s U.S.-listed shares closed Friday at $122.15, down 1.4% ahead of its first-quarter results due May 5. Uranium prices held at $86.80 a pound, up 30% from a year earlier. Analysts maintain a “Moderate Buy” on the stock, with a C$174.85 target for Toronto-listed shares. Cameco delivered 33 million pounds of uranium in 2025 and holds long-term contracts for about 230 million pounds.
Lockheed Martin Gets Golden Dome Shot as $3.2 Billion Space Shield Race Opens

Lockheed Martin Gets Golden Dome Shot as $3.2 Billion Space Shield Race Opens

26 April 2026
Lockheed Martin was selected for U.S. Space Force prototype work on the $185 billion Golden Dome missile-defense program, joining SpaceX, Northrop Grumman, and Anduril in a crowded field. The awards follow a weak quarter for Lockheed, with profit and cash flow down due to production delays and contract costs. Space Systems Command awarded 20 agreements to 12 companies. Lockheed shares closed at $513.45 on Friday, down 3.08%.
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