News 16 February 2026

Technology News 26.02.2026

Technology News 26.02.2026

Huawei announced the global launch of its MatePad Mini, featuring an 8.8-inch OLED PaperMatte display and weighing 255 grams. The tablet includes a 50MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide, and 32MP front camera, and supports stylus input. Huawei aims to challenge the iPad Mini as it expands overseas after U.S. restrictions. The device comes in Spruce Green and Obsidian Black.
February 26, 2026
Lloyds share price watch: buyback update lands as UK data week and staff probe loom

Lloyds share price watch: buyback update lands as UK data week and staff probe loom

Lloyds Banking Group repurchased 14.36 million shares at an average 100.17 pence on Feb. 13, with shares to be cancelled. The bank faces an internal probe over use of employee banking data during pay talks, as the Information Commissioner’s Office makes inquiries. Lloyds shares closed Friday at 100.40 pence, valuing the bank at £59 billion. Investors await UK labour and inflation data this week, which could affect rate expectations.
February 16, 2026
Lynas Rare Earths share price slips after choppy trade — here’s what markets watch next

Lynas Rare Earths share price slips after choppy trade — here’s what markets watch next

Lynas Rare Earths closed down 0.3% at A$15.93 in Sydney after trading between A$15.62 and A$16.27 on volume of 3 million shares. The ASX rose about 0.2% as gold stocks gained and banks slipped. Thin trading persisted with several Asian markets shut for Lunar New Year. Investors await Friday’s global PMI and U.S. GDP data for manufacturing demand signals.
February 16, 2026
Woodside Energy share price ends up as oil steadies; ASX traders eye Feb 24 results

Woodside Energy share price ends up as oil steadies; ASX traders eye Feb 24 results

Woodside shares closed up 0.23% at A$25.84 on Monday, after touching A$26.12 before slipping to the session low. About 2.12 million shares traded. Oil prices held steady, with Brent at $67.78 a barrel, as traders awaited U.S.–Iran talks and potential OPEC+ actions. Investors are watching for Woodside’s full-year results and investor briefing on Feb. 24.
February 16, 2026
Zip Co (ASX:ZIP) stock jumps 5% — what traders are watching before Feb 19 results

Zip Co (ASX:ZIP) stock jumps 5% — what traders are watching before Feb 19 results

Zip Co Ltd shares climbed 5.46% to A$2.51 Monday, partially recovering from Friday’s 8.46% drop, with 23.3 million shares traded. The company will report half-year results on Feb. 19, drawing focus to credit trends and U.S. performance after recent volatility. Broader tech stocks rebounded, lifting the ASX 200 by 0.22%. Investors await Zip’s update for signs of late payments, bad debts, and spending trends.
February 16, 2026
SEEK Limited share price rebounds nearly 8% into results day as China writedown hangs over

SEEK Limited share price rebounds nearly 8% into results day as China writedown hangs over

SEEK shares jumped 7.95% to A$17.10 Monday, rebounding from an early dip ahead of half-year results due Tuesday. The company last week flagged a A$356 million post-tax impairment on its Zhaopin investment, cutting its value to A$182 million. Investors are watching for updates on Zhaopin ownership talks and SEEK’s outlook for hiring demand. About 4 million shares changed hands.
February 16, 2026
Aurizon share price jumps nearly 7% after dividend hike, buyback extension and CFO pick

Aurizon share price jumps nearly 7% after dividend hike, buyback extension and CFO pick

Aurizon shares jumped nearly 7% to A$3.84 after first-half net profit rose 16% to A$237 million and the interim dividend was raised to 12.5 cents. The company increased its full-year dividend forecast and expanded its buyback by A$100 million. Aurizon named former Fortescue CFO Ian Wells as its new finance chief, starting in April. EBITDA for the half climbed 9% to A$891 million.
February 16, 2026
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