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Stock Market News 18 December 2025

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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Hindustan Copper Share Price Jumps 5% on Dec 18, 2025: Why HINDCOPPER Is Near a 52-Week High, Analyst Target, Technical Signals and Outlook

Hindustan Copper Share Price Jumps 5% on Dec 18, 2025: Why HINDCOPPER Is Near a 52-Week High, Analyst Target, Technical Signals and Outlook

Hindustan Copper Ltd jumped 5% on December 18, 2025, trading near ₹388 and just below its 52-week high, with turnover topping ₹401 crore and over 1.06 crore shares changing hands by midday. The BSE Metal index also rose. Analysts cited copper’s global rally, driven by tightening supply and AI-linked demand, as a key factor. Delivery volumes lagged, suggesting much of the activity was short-term trading.
18 December 2025
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InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) Stock News Today: Shares Rise on “Worst Is Behind Us” Message—Fresh Targets, Risks, and What Matters Next (18 December 2025)

InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) Stock News Today: Shares Rise on “Worst Is Behind Us” Message—Fresh Targets, Risks, and What Matters Next (18 December 2025)

IndiGo shares rose about 2% to ₹5,076–₹5,100 on December 18, 2025, after CEO Pieter Elbers told staff the airline had restored around 2,200 daily flights. A parliamentary panel called responses from IndiGo and the DGCA “evasive” and is awaiting an investigation report due by December 28. Brokerages are adjusting targets after earlier disruptions. Regulatory scrutiny remains high.
18 December 2025
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Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (SGX: BS6) Stock Update 18 Dec 2025: US$22.8b Order Book, Delivery Momentum, and What Analysts Forecast Next

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (SGX: BS6) Stock Update 18 Dec 2025: US$22.8b Order Book, Delivery Momentum, and What Analysts Forecast Next

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding traded around S$3.48 on Dec. 18, down 1.14% with 7.93 million shares changing hands. The company reported an order book of 245 vessels worth US$22.83 billion, with 71% “green” ships and 126 containerships. New orders in 2025 reached US$2.17 billion, sharply lower than 2024’s pace. Year-to-date, 46 vessels have been delivered, meeting about 82% of the annual target.
18 December 2025
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OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) on Dec 18, 2025: Record Highs, Today’s Outage, Analyst Targets and the 2026 Outlook

OCBC Stock (SGX: O39) on Dec 18, 2025: Record Highs, Today’s Outage, Analyst Targets and the 2026 Outlook

OCBC shares hovered near record highs at S$19.42 on Dec. 18, 2025, despite a brief digital banking log-in outage that was resolved by early afternoon. About 1,000 users reported issues before service returned. The stock showed little reaction, trading flat at midday. Analysts cited wealth management momentum and capital returns as key drivers for the bank’s recent price gains.
18 December 2025
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Singapore Exchange Ltd Stock (SGX: S68) Slips to S$16.68 on Dec 18, 2025 as Analysts Lift Targets but Valuation Debate Intensifies

Singapore Exchange Ltd Stock (SGX: S68) Slips to S$16.68 on Dec 18, 2025 as Analysts Lift Targets but Valuation Debate Intensifies

SGX shares closed at S$16.68 on Dec. 18, down 0.18%, despite November data showing securities market turnover up 18% year-on-year to S$35.5 billion. Daily average value rose 24% to S$1.8 billion. Trading volume for the day reached about 743,600 shares. Analysts have raised price targets as market activity picks up.
18 December 2025
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Singapore Stock Market Today (18 Dec 2025): STI Slips as Global Tech Jitters, Central Bank Risk and Singtel-Optus Headlines Shape SGX Mood

Singapore Stock Market Today (18 Dec 2025): STI Slips as Global Tech Jitters, Central Bank Risk and Singtel-Optus Headlines Shape SGX Mood

The Straits Times Index closed at 4,564.67, down 10.81 points or 0.24%, after a narrow trading session. Investors showed caution amid global tech volatility and upcoming central bank decisions. Demand for Singapore government bonds increased, with their correlation to US Treasuries dropping to near zero. Local equities saw selective interest as year-end liquidity tightened.
18 December 2025
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DBS Group Holdings Stock (SGX: D05) Near Record Highs as RMB Clearing Role, Fintech Tie-Ups and Capital Returns Keep Bulls Engaged

DBS Group Holdings Stock (SGX: D05) Near Record Highs as RMB Clearing Role, Fintech Tie-Ups and Capital Returns Keep Bulls Engaged

DBS shares traded near record highs at S$55 on Dec. 18, 2025, after hitting S$56 earlier in the week. Market capitalization stood at about S$156.75 billion. Crypto.com announced it had expanded SGD and USD payment rails with DBS, allowing users to deposit and withdraw funds via DBS banking. Investors remain focused on DBS’s role in cross-border finance and shareholder returns.
18 December 2025
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Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality IPO: Price Band Set at ₹108–₹114 for ₹251 Crore Issue; Key Dates, GMP Status, and Expansion Roadmap

Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality IPO: Price Band Set at ₹108–₹114 for ₹251 Crore Issue; Key Dates, GMP Status, and Expansion Roadmap

Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality Ltd has set its IPO price band at ₹108–₹114 per share for a ₹251 crore fresh issue opening December 22 and closing December 24, 2025. The minimum retail application is 128 shares, or ₹14,592 at the top end. Shares are expected to list on BSE and NSE December 30. The company will use proceeds mainly for acquisitions and expansion.
18 December 2025
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Sensex Today, Nifty Today (Dec 18, 2025): Benchmarks Turn Flat After Early Dip; IT and Financials Support; SEBI Fee Revamp Lifts AMCs; Ola Electric Hits Fresh Low

Sensex Today, Nifty Today (Dec 18, 2025): Benchmarks Turn Flat After Early Dip; IT and Financials Support; SEBI Fee Revamp Lifts AMCs; Ola Electric Hits Fresh Low

The BSE Sensex hovered near 84,567 and the NSE Nifty 50 edged up to 25,829 by mid-morning Thursday, stabilizing after three sessions of losses. Early declines reversed as IT and financial stocks gained, offsetting broader sector weakness. Foreign investors ended an eight-day selling streak Wednesday, buying shares worth ₹11.72 billion. Traders remained cautious amid rupee volatility and uncertainty over global policy and trade deals.
18 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

Tower Semiconductor stock jumps again on Nvidia optics tie-up as earnings near

Tower Semiconductor stock jumps again on Nvidia optics tie-up as earnings near

8 February 2026
Tower Semiconductor shares rose 7.7% to $139.04 Friday after announcing a collaboration with Nvidia on AI data-center networking. The stock touched $141 intraday and gained another 1% after hours. Investors await Tower’s Feb. 11 earnings for details on its silicon photonics work. No financial terms or shipment timeline were disclosed.
Longsys Electronics stock heads into Monday after new guarantees; what 301308 investors watch next

Longsys Electronics stock heads into Monday after new guarantees; what 301308 investors watch next

8 February 2026
Longsys disclosed new guarantees for a 100 million yuan Hong Kong loan and a $9 million Brazil credit line, bringing its total approved guarantee quota to 11 billion yuan and outstanding guarantees to 5.81 billion yuan. The company said all guarantees are for consolidated subsidiaries and within approved limits. Shares closed at 288 yuan Friday, down 1.6%. China inflation and credit data are due this week.
MACOM stock price steadies near highs into Monday after earnings pop and fresh filings

MACOM stock price steadies near highs into Monday after earnings pop and fresh filings

8 February 2026
MACOM shares rose 3.5% to $235.87 Friday after the company reported fiscal Q1 revenue of $271.6 million and raised its full-year data center growth outlook to 35–40%. Fidelity’s FMR LLC disclosed a 10.7% stake, while shareholder Susan Ocampo filed to potentially sell up to 100,000 shares. Stifel raised its price target to $255. MACOM expects to repay $161 million in convertible notes in March.
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