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Antofagasta plc Stock (LSE: ANTO) News, Forecasts and Analyst Targets — What Investors Are Watching on December 13, 2025

Antofagasta plc Stock (LSE: ANTO) News, Forecasts and Analyst Targets — What Investors Are Watching on December 13, 2025

Antofagasta shares closed at 2,932p on December 12, near a 52-week high set at £30.95 on December 5. The stock is up about 72% over the past year, tracking copper’s 35% surge in 2025 as prices approach $12,000 per ton. Analyst targets now mostly sit below current levels. Copper supply is forecast to remain tight into 2026, with deficits of 124,000 tons this year and 150,000 tons next.
13 December 2025
Most Active UK Stocks Today: Lloyds, BP, Magnum Ice Cream and Vodafone Lead FTSE 100 on 11 December 2025

Most Active UK Stocks Today: Lloyds, BP, Magnum Ice Cream and Vodafone Lead FTSE 100 on 11 December 2025

The FTSE 100 closed up 0.1% at 9,666 on Thursday, with heavy trading in financials, energy, and consumer stocks after the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut. Lloyds Banking Group led volumes, slipping nearly 1% as Exane BNP downgraded the stock to “neutral” following a strong rally and the completion of a £1.7bn buyback. Unilever, Rolls-Royce, BP, and British American Tobacco also saw high value turnover.
Biggest UK Stock Gainers Today (9 December 2025): Saga, Kainos and Empire Metals Lead London’s Winners

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

Saga plc jumped 8.36% to 317.50p on Monday, leading UK gainers after Kernow Asset Management predicted a 400% upside for the stock. Kainos Group rose 6.65%, Empire Metals added 5.98%, PayPoint gained 5.13%, and CRH advanced 4.88%. The FTSE 100 closed subdued as rising gilt yields and a weaker pound weighed on the broader market.
Most Active UK Stocks Today (9 December 2025): BP, Barclays, Rolls‑Royce, Unilever and More in Focus

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

The FTSE 100 closed down 0.2% at 9,645.09 on Monday, with heavy trading concentrated in BP, Barclays, Rolls-Royce, Unilever, Lloyds, HSBC, London Stock Exchange Group, Anglo American, GSK, and British American Tobacco. Investors pulled back ahead of key US Federal Reserve and Bank of England rate decisions. FTSE 100 futures hovered near 9,657 early Tuesday, with technical signals pointing to caution.
UK Stock Market Top Gainers Today (8 December 2025): Tern, Anglesey, Kainos and Trustpilot Stand Out

UK Stock Market Top Gainers Today (8 December 2025): Tern, Anglesey, Kainos and Trustpilot Stand Out

The FTSE 100 hovered near 9,665 on Monday, little changed as investors awaited central bank decisions. Unilever weighed on blue-chips after its ice-cream spin-off. Small-cap stocks saw sharp moves, with Tern jumping 44% on heavy trading. Markets largely expect a 25 basis point Bank of England rate cut on 18 December.
Best UK Stocks to Buy Now (8 December 2025): 7 FTSE Shares for Growth, Income and Value

Best UK Stocks to Buy Now (8 December 2025): 7 FTSE Shares for Growth, Income and Value

The FTSE 100 is up nearly 20% year-to-date as of December 8, 2025, reaching record highs in August and November. UK equities have attracted renewed global interest, aided by Bank of England rate cuts and a weaker pound. Large investors are shifting funds from US tech stocks to UK shares. Today, the FTSE 100 remains near recent highs, with markets awaiting further rate decisions.
8 December 2025
Best UK Stocks to Buy Now (5 December 2025): 10 Shares to Watch as the FTSE 100 Nears Record Highs

Best UK Stocks to Buy Now (5 December 2025): 10 Shares to Watch as the FTSE 100 Nears Record Highs

The FTSE 100 is up about 22–23% year-to-date as of December 5, 2025, and sits less than 2% below its record closing high. Today, the FTSE 100 rose 0.2% and the FTSE 250 gained 0.4%, with AstraZeneca and Ocado among notable risers. Markets expect the Bank of England to cut rates from 4% to 3.75% on December 18. UK equities continue to trade at a discount to global peers.
UK Stock Market Today, 3 December 2025: FTSE 100 Slips as Banks Sink, Miners Shine and WPP Faces FTSE 100 Exit

UK Stock Market Today, 3 December 2025: FTSE 100 Slips as Banks Sink, Miners Shine and WPP Faces FTSE 100 Exit

The FTSE 100 closed down 0.1% at 9,693 on Wednesday, just below record highs, as UK banks fell after the FCA announced it would resume handling motor-finance complaints in May 2026. Lloyds, Barclays, HSBC, and Close Brothers all declined. The FTSE 250 ended flat after earlier losses. Miners and energy stocks gained, while investors prepared for a December FTSE index reshuffle.
National Grid plc Stock on 2 December 2025: Share Price, Dividend Yield and 2026 Forecasts

National Grid plc Stock on 2 December 2025: Share Price, Dividend Yield and 2026 Forecasts

National Grid shares closed at 1,149.44p in London on December 2, 2025, near their 52-week high after rising about 19% this year. Half-year results showed underlying operating profit up 13% to £2.29 billion and record capital investment of £5.05 billion. Net debt reached £41.8 billion. The group’s performance slightly exceeded analyst forecasts.
UK Stock Market Wrap, 28–29 November 2025: FTSE 100 Ends Winning Streak as Reeves’ Budget and AI Bubble Fears Loom

UK Stock Market Wrap, 28–29 November 2025: FTSE 100 Ends Winning Streak as Reeves’ Budget and AI Bubble Fears Loom

The FTSE 100 closed Friday at 9,720.51, up 0.3% on the day and 1.7% for the week, but slipped 0.2% for November, ending a four-month winning streak. The FTSE 250 rose 0.3% Friday yet fell 1.4% over the month. Oil and gas stocks gained 1.3% Friday, while Mitchells & Butlers surged over 11% on strong annual profits. Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ tax-heavy budget triggered the week’s biggest market moves.
29 November 2025
Spectris (LON: SXS) Share Price Today, 26 November 2025 – Fresh Stake Disclosures as KKR’s £41.75 Takeover Nears the Finish Line

Spectris (LON: SXS) Share Price Today, 26 November 2025 – Fresh Stake Disclosures as KKR’s £41.75 Takeover Nears the Finish Line

Spectris shares traded around 4,132p–4,134p in London on Monday, less than 1% below the £41.75 per share takeover offer from KKR-backed Project Aurora Bidco. Trading was subdued, with activity focused on disclosure filings including a major holdings notice from JPMorgan Chase, which lifted its economic interest above 8%. No new terms or surprises emerged.

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  • Oil above $90: Growth Outlook Brightens for EOG Resources amid Middle East Tensions
    April 9, 2026, 1:01 PM EDT. West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices have surpassed $95 per barrel due to rising tensions in the Middle East, boosting prospects for leading oil producer EOG Resources Inc. EOG's multi-basin portfolio, including the Permian Basin and Eagle Ford shale, positions it well to benefit from sustained high oil prices. The U.S. Energy Information Administration anticipates continued elevated prices, supporting strong cash flow generation for EOG and its shareholders. Similarly, ConocoPhillips and Exxon Mobil, with extensive upstream operations in low-cost drilling regions, stand to gain. Over the past year, EOG shares rose 32.9%, trading at a below-industry average price-to-EBITDA multiple of 6.92, with recent earnings estimate upgrades. EOG holds a neutral Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), signalling cautious optimism amid favorable market conditions.

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Unilever Snaps Up Grüns to Deepen U.S. Wellness Push After McCormick Food Deal

Unilever Snaps Up Grüns to Deepen U.S. Wellness Push After McCormick Food Deal

9 April 2026
Unilever said Thursday it will acquire U.S. greens-supplement brand Grüns for an undisclosed sum, with the deal expected to close later this year pending approvals. Grüns was valued at about $500 million in a 2025 Series B round, according to Reuters. The purchase follows Unilever’s recent agreement to combine its food business with McCormick.
Lumentum Stock Nears $960 After JPMorgan, Mizuho Raise Targets on Nvidia AI Optics Demand

Lumentum Stock Nears $960 After JPMorgan, Mizuho Raise Targets on Nvidia AI Optics Demand

9 April 2026
Lumentum shares climbed Thursday after JPMorgan raised its price target to $950, following Mizuho’s hike to $930. The moves come after Nvidia agreed last month to invest $2 billion in Lumentum and make multibillion-dollar purchase commitments. Lumentum reported February quarter revenue of $665.5 million, up 65.5% year-over-year. An SEC filing showed Lumentum will swap 5.7 million shares for $474.6 million in convertible notes.
SBTi Says Corporate Climate Targets Jumped 40% in 2025 as Asia Closes In on Europe

SBTi Says Corporate Climate Targets Jumped 40% in 2025 as Asia Closes In on Europe

9 April 2026
The number of companies with Science Based Targets initiative-validated climate goals reached 9,764 by the end of 2025, up 40% from the previous year. Asia added 1,216 companies, nearly matching Europe’s increase. Europe held 49% of validated targets, Asia 36%, and North America 11%. Japan led single markets with 2,091 companies.
Palantir Stock Drops as Michael Burry Says Anthropic Is ‘Eating Its Lunch’

Palantir Stock Drops as Michael Burry Says Anthropic Is ‘Eating Its Lunch’

9 April 2026
Palantir Technologies dropped about 7% Thursday after Michael Burry said Anthropic was overtaking it in enterprise AI, putting Palantir on track to lose $34 billion in market value. Anthropic reported its annualized revenue run rate had surged past $30 billion and launched new AI tools for businesses. Nearly one in four businesses on Ramp now pays for Anthropic, according to Ramp data. Palantir’s stock still trades at 395 times earnings.
Salesforce Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week Low Despite AI Growth and $50 Billion Buyback

Salesforce Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week Low Despite AI Growth and $50 Billion Buyback

9 April 2026
Salesforce shares hit a new 52-week low Thursday, dropping 3.7% to $169.76 despite reporting 12% revenue growth and strong demand for its AI products. The broader software sector continued to slide, with the S&P 500 software and services index down about $1 trillion since January. Salesforce raised its buyback authorization to $50 billion and increased its dividend to 44 cents a share.
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