News 19 May 2026

Sera Prognostics Moves Up 15% Just Ahead of Holiday
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Sera Prognostics Moves Up 15% Just Ahead of Holiday

Sera Prognostics shares jumped 15% to $2.07 Friday, trading over 530,000 shares—21 times the previous day’s volume—despite no new company disclosures. The move outpaced peers and came as Sera reported $14,000 in Q1 revenue, a net loss of $8.4 million, and $86.8 million in cash. Executives said 2026 revenue may stay “modest and uneven” as reimbursement and awareness efforts continue.
May 23, 2026
Macquarie shares bounce in Sydney after dividend date
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Macquarie shares bounce in Sydney after dividend date

Macquarie Group shares closed up 1.87% at A$240.98 in Sydney on Tuesday as investors moved past the record date for its A$4.20 final dividend. The S&P/ASX 200 index rose 1.17%, with financial stocks rebounding after Monday’s selloff. Macquarie reported a FY26 net profit of A$4.847 billion, up 30% from the previous year. The stock went ex-dividend on Monday; the dividend is 35% franked.
May 19, 2026
NAB Shares Rebound; Watch for What’s Next for Big Australian Banks
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NAB Shares Rebound; Watch for What’s Next for Big Australian Banks

National Australia Bank shares rose 1.98% to A$37.04 on Tuesday, rebounding from a 52-week low hit Monday. The move followed Reserve Bank of Australia minutes suggesting room to pause on rate hikes. Inflation, energy shocks, and bad-debt risks continue to weigh on the sector. NAB’s first-half cash earnings recently missed estimates, partly due to a A$706 million credit impairment charge.
May 19, 2026
Brambles shares plunge 20% on ASX
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Brambles shares plunge 20% on ASX

Brambles shares closed at A$17.53 on Tuesday, near a 52-week low, after the company cut FY26 guidance and lost about 20% of its market value in one session. The pallet supplier cited U.S. repair bottlenecks and expects a US$60 million earnings hit. Brambles now forecasts FY26 sales growth of 2%-3% and underlying profit growth of 3%-5%. Broker responses varied, with Goldman Sachs raising its rating to Neutral.
May 19, 2026
CBA Opens Higher but Pressure Remains on Australia’s Top Bank
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CBA Opens Higher but Pressure Remains on Australia’s Top Bank

Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares rose 1.33% to A$162.88 on Tuesday, rebounding after last week’s record 10.43% drop. The S&P/ASX 200 gained 1.17%, with all major banks advancing after U.S. President Trump postponed strikes on Iran. Investors remain cautious amid higher-rate risks, new tax changes, and weak housing forecasts. Reserve Bank minutes signaled rates may rise again, keeping pressure on financial stocks.
May 19, 2026
BHP Eases After Rally as Iron Ore Loses Steam
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BHP Eases After Rally as Iron Ore Loses Steam

BHP shares closed down 0.1% at A$58.70 on Tuesday, lagging a 1.17% rise in the S&P/ASX 200 as metals prices slipped. Copper and iron ore futures both fell, pressuring miners across the board. South Australia and BHP finalized an updated legal framework for Olympic Dam, following a record A$25.6 million royalty payment in April. Copper now accounts for over half of BHP’s underlying earnings.
May 19, 2026
Haleon shares edge higher as buyback returns spotlight
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Haleon shares edge higher as buyback returns spotlight

Haleon bought 8.3 million shares for cancellation under its 2026 buyback programme, bringing the completed portion to 36%. The stock rose 0.86% to 340.10p/340.20p on Hargreaves Lansdown. The company reported Q1 organic revenue growth of 2.2% and kept its full-year guidance. UK stocks broadly gained after weak labour data eased rate hike concerns.
May 19, 2026
BAT Shares Settle in London After Rally as Investors Look Ahead
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BAT Shares Settle in London After Rally as Investors Look Ahead

British American Tobacco shares fell 0.6% to 4,896p in London on Tuesday afternoon, underperforming the FTSE 100, which edged up 0.1%. The drop followed a sharp rally, with BAT stock up 16.8% over four weeks. The company announced a new technology hub in Bengaluru and confirmed it had bought back 592,630 shares for cancellation. Investors also weighed ongoing buybacks and growth in smokeless products.
May 19, 2026
3i Rises on £750m Buyback; Action Sale Fears Remain
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3i Rises on £750m Buyback; Action Sale Fears Remain

3i Group shares jumped 5.33% to 2,193 pence Tuesday after a buyback filing, rebounding from Monday’s sharp fall. The company bought 701,317 shares for £15.04 million last week, its first move under a £750 million buyback plan. Shares remain well below last year’s high, pressured by slower sales growth at Action, which makes up about three-quarters of 3i’s portfolio.
May 19, 2026
Howden Joinery Shares Up After UK Jobs Data Pushes FTSE 100 Higher; Kitchen Demand Remains Weak
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Howden Joinery Shares Up After UK Jobs Data Pushes FTSE 100 Higher; Kitchen Demand Remains Weak

Howden Joinery Group shares rose 0.44% to 736.25 pence on Tuesday, lifted by a broader London rally after UK jobs data reduced expectations of a near-term Bank of England rate hike. The FTSE 100 gained 0.64%. Howden’s shares remain down 11.35% for the year. The company reported a 3.7% rise in group sales for the first 16 weeks of 2026 and plans to open 30 new depots this year.
May 19, 2026
United Utilities Rises Again With Thames Water in Focus
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United Utilities Rises Again With Thames Water in Focus

United Utilities shares rose 1.76% to 1,329 pence in London at 14:01 BST Tuesday, valuing the company at about £9.88 billion. The move followed weak UK labour data, which eased concerns over an imminent Bank of England rate hike. Investors weighed the company’s £800 million share sale and expanded infrastructure plan against ongoing political risk in the water sector.
May 19, 2026
BAE Systems Gains as Europe Defence Stocks Attract Buyers
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BAE Systems Gains as Europe Defence Stocks Attract Buyers

Adobe shares rose 2.14% in premarket trading Tuesday to $261.10 after closing Monday up 3.25%. The move came as S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures fell, with technology stocks under pressure. Adobe’s market value stood near $103.33 billion, well below last year’s high. The company recently approved a $25 billion stock buyback through 2030.
May 19, 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) Valuation Review Amid CEO Succession and Recent Share Decline
    May 23, 2026, 2:06 AM EDT. Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST) announced that Managing Director Stuart Tonkin will step down in early FY27, triggering a formal CEO succession process. The stock has fallen 17.41% over 30 days and 33.53% over 90 days to A$18.83, despite a 5-year shareholder return of 86.28%. Analyst consensus values the stock at A$27.38, indicating a potential 31.2% undervaluation. The recent acquisition and development of the Hemi project and a robust 10-year reserve-backed production profile support long-term growth prospects. However, risks remain from reliance on large capital projects and commodity price volatility. Investors are advised to consider both risks and rewards before making investment decisions.