Stock Market News 9 December 2025

2026 Golden Globe Nominations: ‘One Battle After Another’ Leads as Netflix–Warner Battle Jolts Hollywood Movie Stocks

Published December 9, 2025 The first big awards salvo of 2026 has landed — and it hits right in the middle of Hollywood’s most dramatic corporate soap opera in years. On Monday, December 8, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) announced nominations for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, with Paul Thomas Anderson’s dark comedy–thriller One Battle After Another topping the field with ninenods, followed by Sentimental Value and Sinners as major contenders. Reuters+1 The ceremony will take place on January 11, 2026, airing live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, once again hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser. Golden Globes+1 At the same time, Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount are locked in a high‑stakes takeover fight that

9 December 2025

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Lloyds Banking Group Stock on 9 December 2025: Buyback Momentum, Stress‑Test Strength and What It Means for 2026

Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:LLOY, NYSE:LYG) heads into the final weeks of 2025 with its share price hovering just below the psychologically important £1 level after a spectacular year for UK banks. A fresh round of share buybacks, strong regulatory capital results and mixed but generally positive analyst forecasts are shaping the debate about whether Lloyds stock still has room to run in 2026 – or whether much of the good news is now priced in.Investing.com+1 Latest share price: still just shy of £1 In the most recent completed trading session on Monday 8 December, Lloyds shares closed at 95.70p,

9 December 2025

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Longest Solar Eclipse in 100 Years Coming on August 2, 2027: Path, Timing, Myths and How to Watch Safely

A once‑in‑a‑century sky show is now dominating science and lifestyle headlines. On August 2, 2027, a total solar eclipse dubbed “the eclipse of the century” will sweep across southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, delivering up to 6 minutes and 23 seconds of total darkness — the longest totality visible from land between 1991 and 2114. WIRED+1 On December 8–9, 2025, outlets from WIRED to The Australian Women’s Weekly, SYFY, and international titles like the Economic Times and Times of India all pushed fresh explainers and travel pieces, signaling that global countdown coverage has truly begun. The Times of India+4WIRED+4The Australian Women’s Weekly+4 Below is everything you need to know — from where to

9 December 2025

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Barclays PLC Stock (LON: BARC, NYSE: BCS) in December 2025: 60% Rally, Buybacks, Stress‑Test Win and a Big Wealth‑Management Bet

Barclays has gone from “cheap UK bank” to one of 2025’s standout large‑cap performers. As of 9 December 2025, the stock is trading near multi‑year highs, powered by aggressive share buybacks, a robust Bank of England stress‑test result, and speculation over a major wealth‑management acquisition — all against a softening UK consumer backdrop and a looming interest‑rate cutting cycle. Reuters+3Investing.com+3MoneyWeek+3 This article brings together the key news, forecasts and analysis around Barclays PLC stock as of 9 December 2025, for both London‑listed BARC and New York‑listed ADR BCS. Barclays share price in December 2025: a top FTSE 100 performer By

9 December 2025

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Biggest UK Stock Gainers Today (9 December 2025): Saga, Kainos and Empire Metals Lead London’s Winners

LONDON – 9 December 2025 As traders in the United Kingdom look ahead to Tuesday’s session, the latest completed trading day on the London Stock Exchange — Monday 8 December 2025 — delivered a clear set of standout winners across the UK market. While the FTSE 100 itself was described as “subdued” amid rising gilt yields and a softer pound, a handful of mid‑cap and small‑cap names surged on stock‑specific news, analyst upgrades and insider buying. The Times+1 Using data from TipRanks’ “Stock Market Gainers Today” dashboard for the UK, along with London market reports and company announcements, the five

9 December 2025

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Biggest Stock Losers on the UK Market Today (9 December 2025): Unilever Leads FTSE 100 Fallers

London – 9 December 2025 The UK stock market is starting the week on the back foot, and the biggest damage is concentrated in a handful of heavyweight names. After Monday’s close (8 December), the FTSE 100 ended lower and several blue‑chip stocks posted steep declines, setting the tone for trading on Tuesday, 9 December 2025. Fintel+1 Below is a detailed look at the biggest stock losers on the UK market, why they fell, and what analysts and recent forecasts are saying about their outlook. UK Stock Market Recap: Cautious Mood Ahead of Central Bank Decisions On Monday, the FTSE

9 December 2025

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Most Active UK Stocks Today (9 December 2025): BP, Barclays, Rolls‑Royce, Unilever and More in Focus

After one of the strongest years for London equities in over a decade, trading in the UK stock market is heading into Tuesday 9 December 2025 with a very specific cast of blue-chip names dominating turnover. The FTSE 100 slipped around 0.2% to 9,645.09 on Monday, while the FTSE 250 fell about 0.7%, as investors took risk off the table ahead of crucial US Federal Reserve and Bank of England rate decisions .Investing.com+ 2Yahoo Finance+ 2 Yet beneath the modest index move, trading activity was intense in a cluster of large-cap stocks—especially energy, banks, miners and consumer staples. Because the

9 December 2025

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Best UK Stocks to Buy Now (December 2025): 9 Shares to Watch as the FTSE 100 Nears 10,000

The UK stock market heads into the final weeks of 2025 in unusually strong shape. The FTSE 100 has delivered one of its best years since the financial crisis, with total returns of around 23% and multiple record closes in November as banks, miners and defense companies led the charge.Money Week+ 2Reuters+ 2 Yet even with the index near the 10,000 level, UK equities still trade at a discount to many global peers, and analysts expect falling inflation and interest-rate cuts from the Bank of England (BoE) in 2026 to support corporate profits.Office for Budget Responsibility+ 2Goldman Sachs+ 2 Below

9 December 2025

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Japan Earthquake Today: 7.5-Magnitude Quake Off Aomori Triggers Tsunami Warnings and Rare ‘Megaquake’ Alert (Dec. 9, 2025)

TOKYO — A powerful offshore earthquake late Monday night has rattled northern Japan, injuring dozens of people, triggering tsunami warnings and forcing tens of thousands to evacuate before authorities lifted all tsunami alerts early on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.Reuters+1 This article summarizes what is known so far about the Japan earthquake today, based on official data from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), statements from Japanese authorities and reporting from multiple international news outlets. The situation remains fluid and figures may be updated. Key Facts at a Glance Where the Japan Earthquake Hit Today The Japan earthquake today is being widely

9 December 2025

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Nordic Nasdaq Pre‑Market Today (9 December 2025): BioArctic, Rusta, Sampo and Vestjysk Bank in Focus as Fed Meeting Begins

Investors across Stockholm, Helsinki, Copenhagen and Reykjavik wake up to a cautious but event‑packed Tuesday. A soft close in global equities, fresh corporate news from several Nordic blue chips and growth names, and the start of a pivotal U.S. Federal Reserve meeting are set to shape the tone when the Nasdaq Nordic markets open today. Business Recorder Quick pre‑open snapshot Against that backdrop, today’s Nordic Nasdaq session is likely to open cautious but busy, with several stock‑specific catalysts and structural changes on the regional exchanges. 1. Fed meeting dominates global backdrop The U.S. Federal Reserve begins a two‑day meeting today, and it is

9 December 2025

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UK Stock Market Today, December 9, 2025: FTSE 100 Holds Firm as Unilever Spin-Off, Bank Rally and Rate-Cut Hopes Shape Sentiment

The UK stock market heads into Tuesday, December 9, 2025, trading just below record highs, with investors balancing fresh corporate reshuffles against a pivotal week for global interest rates. Market snapshot: FTSE indices ease but stay near all‑time highs As of the close on Monday, December 8, 2025: Monday’s decline came as investors positioned for this week’s interest‑rate decisions from the US Federal Reserve and the Bank of England (BoE) . Reuters reported that the FTSE 100 lost around 0.2% and the FTSE 250 about 0.7%, with homebuilders and selective stock‑specific news dragging on broader sentiment.Reuters Despite the pullback, commentary

9 December 2025

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Euronext Pre‑Market: 7 Things to Know Before EU Stocks Open Today (9 December 2025)

European investors head into Tuesday’s Euronext open with a cautious tone. Global markets are on edge ahead of a pivotal U.S. Federal Reserve decision, Asia traded lower overnight, and several high‑profile corporate and regulatory stories are in focus – from Unilever’s Magnum demerger to fresh scrutiny of ASML and Meta. Below is your structured briefing on what matters before the bell on Euronext markets in Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Dublin, Lisbon, Milan and Oslo today. 1. Market backdrop: futures flat as Fed meeting begins European futures are signalling a muted start. Euro Stoxx 50 futures are hovering around 5,728, very slightly

9 December 2025

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IRS tax refund delays? Watchdog flags staffing crunch as 2026 filing season ramps up

7 February 2026

IRS staffing has dropped to 2021 levels as the 2026 tax filing season begins, according to a Treasury watchdog. The agency faces a backlog of about 2 million returns, 129% above pre-pandemic levels. Most e-filers using direct deposit still get refunds within 21 days, but paper filings and amended returns could see delays. The IRS lowered its call-answer target to 70% for this season.

Plug Power stock jumps 12% after vote setback, with Feb 17 share decision in focus

7 February 2026

Plug Power shares rose 11.6% Friday to $2.08 after a sharp drop the previous day, as attention shifted to a Feb. 17 shareholder vote on expanding authorized shares. The company failed to secure enough votes earlier this week and is urging overseas holders to participate. CEO Andy Marsh cited difficulties for European investors in casting ballots. A reverse stock split remains possible if the proposal fails.

Amazon stock slides on $200 billion AI spending plan — what to know before Monday’s open

7 February 2026

Amazon shares fell 5.55% to $210.32 Friday after the company outlined a $200 billion 2026 capex plan and forecast lower-than-expected operating income. D.A. Davidson downgraded the stock, citing tougher cloud competition. Analysts trimmed price targets following the results. Amazon reported Q4 net sales of $213.4 billion and AWS revenue of $35.6 billion.

AT&T stock price: T slips after $6.5B bond sale as payrolls, CPI loom next week

7 February 2026

AT&T shares closed down 0.7% at $27.13 on Friday, underperforming the S&P 500’s 1.97% gain. The company completed a $6.5 billion global notes sale this week, with maturities from 2031 to 2056 and coupons between 4.4% and 6%. Investors await delayed U.S. jobs and inflation data, along with T-Mobile’s upcoming earnings update.