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Stock Market 8 February 2026

Mitsubishi UFJ (MUFG) stock in focus as Japan election win revives bond-yield bets

Mitsubishi UFJ (MUFG) stock in focus as Japan election win revives bond-yield bets

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group could see choppy action early this week, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s sweeping victory putting the so-called “Takaichi trade” back in play — traders are already sizing up prospects for stronger equities, softer bonds, and a weaker yen. “Good news for equities,” said Chris Scicluna, head of research at Daiwa Capital Markets Europe, ahead of the market open. MUFG shares finished Friday at 2,951.5 yen, a 2.5% gain; its U.S. ADRs ended at $19.14, up 4.9%.
8 February 2026
Shell stock: Kazakhstan legal fight and PwC audit switch put SHEL.L shares in focus

Shell stock: Kazakhstan legal fight and PwC audit switch put SHEL.L shares in focus

Shell edged up in London trading Friday, ending the session at 2,774.50 pence—about a 0.2% gain—on volume of nearly 8.1 million shares. CEO Wael Sawan told investors the company will halt new investments in Kazakhstan for now, citing drawn-out legal fights over soaring project costs. Kazakhstan is seeking arbitration over what it claims are $13 billion in disputed Kashagan costs and another $3.5 billion at Karachaganak. Sources speaking to Reuters put a possible Karachaganak arbitration award between $2 billion and $4 billion.
Siemens stock price rises after Copenhagen driverless train deal as earnings week looms

Siemens stock price rises after Copenhagen driverless train deal as earnings week looms

Siemens climbed 2.45% to finish at 250.50 euros on Friday. The stock’s move followed news that its Mobility division, together with a Stadler-led consortium, landed a contract worth around 3 billion euros to provide fully automated commuter trains for Copenhagen. “We’re not just delivering trains, but intelligent mobility solutions,” said Siemens Mobility CEO Michael Peter in the release.
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