Stock Market 21 March 2026 - 23 March 2026

Dow Jumps 631 Points, Oil Falls Below $100 as Trump’s Iran Talk Claim Revives Wall Street’s TACO Trade
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Dow Jumps 631 Points, Oil Falls Below $100 as Trump’s Iran Talk Claim Revives Wall Street’s TACO Trade

The Dow Jones closed up 631 points Monday and Brent crude fell below $100 after President Trump announced a five-day delay in strikes on Iran, citing “productive” talks. Tehran denied any negotiations, calling Trump’s claim “fake news.” European and U.S. stocks rallied, while oil majors fell. Investors cited relief over a possible pause in conflict near the Strait of Hormuz.
March 23, 2026
Nvidia, NextEra, AES Stocks in Focus as AI-Powered Grid Plan Targets Renewable Energy Efficiency
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Nvidia, NextEra, AES Stocks in Focus as AI-Powered Grid Plan Targets Renewable Energy Efficiency

Nvidia and Emerald AI announced a partnership with AES, Constellation, NextEra Energy, and Vistra to build AI data centers that adjust power use in real time, aiming to ease grid-connection delays. Nvidia shares rose $4.32 in early U.S. trading. The companies plan to launch the system commercially this year at Nvidia’s Virginia research center. U.S. power demand is projected to hit new records in 2026 and 2027.
March 23, 2026
PLS Group Stock Price Today: Why ASX Lithium Bellwether PLS Heads Into Monday on Shaky Ground
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PLS Group Stock Price Today: Why ASX Lithium Bellwether PLS Heads Into Monday on Shaky Ground

PLS Group Limited closed at A$4.23 in Sydney, down 13.5% over five sessions despite a 2.4% rebound Friday. The lithium miner reported first-half revenue up 47% to A$624 million and EBITDA up 241% to A$253 million. PLS holds key assets in Australia, Brazil, and South Korea, and recently secured a US$100 million prepayment offtake deal. Broader market volatility and commodity swings continue to weigh on the stock.
March 22, 2026
ANZ Group Holdings Stock Price Falls to A$36.60 as Fresh Rate Hike Hits Big Banks
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ANZ Group Holdings Stock Price Falls to A$36.60 as Fresh Rate Hike Hits Big Banks

ANZ Group Holdings shares closed down 1.13% at A$36.60 Friday, with A$407.4 million traded, as Australian bank stocks broadly declined. The drop follows the Reserve Bank of Australia’s rate hike to 4.1% and ANZ’s move to raise variable home loan rates by 0.25 percentage point from March 27. Consumer confidence fell to its lowest since March 2020, while inflation expectations climbed to 6.7%.
March 22, 2026
Why CSL Limited Stock Price Rose Even as the ASX Fell
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Why CSL Limited Stock Price Rose Even as the ASX Fell

CSL Limited shares rose 2.9% to A$138.50, outperforming the ASX 200 as the index fell 0.82%. The gain follows a share buyback and recent management changes after a February earnings shock that sent the stock down 18%. CSL remains about 46% below its year-ago level, with a market value of A$67 billion. Morgan Stanley maintains an overweight rating with a A$215 target.
March 22, 2026
Woodside Energy Stock Price in Focus as Oil Hits Highest Since 2022 and Australia Eyes Gas Tax
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Woodside Energy Stock Price in Focus as Oil Hits Highest Since 2022 and Australia Eyes Gas Tax

Woodside Energy shares closed at A$34.04 Friday, up nearly 10% in five sessions, as Brent crude hit $112.19 a barrel, its highest since July 2022. The Australian government is considering a levy on gas windfall profits, which could affect Woodside and peers. Liz Westcott was confirmed as CEO last week, with priorities including the Scarborough and Louisiana LNG projects. Production is forecast to drop in 2026 due to maintenance.
March 22, 2026
BHP Stock Price Falls as CEO Bounce Fades, China Iron Ore Risks Linger
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BHP Stock Price Falls as CEO Bounce Fades, China Iron Ore Risks Linger

BHP Group’s U.S. shares fell 3.09% to $65.29 on Friday, erasing gains made after Brandon Craig was named CEO. Investors remain cautious as copper now accounts for over half of BHP’s operating earnings, and questions persist over leadership diversity and strategy. Iron ore demand from China remains weak, while diesel supply concerns add cost risks. Craig will assume the role on July 1.
March 22, 2026
Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock Price: CBA Shares Enter a Key Week After RBA Hike and Oil Shock
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Stock Price: CBA Shares Enter a Key Week After RBA Hike and Oil Shock

Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares closed Friday at A$175.64, down 0.97%, as the Reserve Bank’s rate hike to 4.10% and rising oil prices unsettled markets. CBA will increase home and eligible business loan rates by 25 basis points from March 27. Brent crude settled at $112.19 a barrel on Friday and may rise further after weekend tensions.
March 22, 2026
Diageo Stock Price Ends Near 52-Week Low as Investors Wait for Turnaround Proof
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Diageo Stock Price Ends Near 52-Week Low as Investors Wait for Turnaround Proof

Diageo shares closed at 1,400 pence in London Friday, near their 52-week low, after heavy trading saw 24.6 million shares change hands. The company’s stock remains under pressure following a February outlook cut, dividend halving, and continued weak U.S. and China demand. CEO Dave Lewis plans to present a new strategy to the board in Q2 and disclose it publicly in Q3.
March 21, 2026
IG Group Share Price Near Record High After U.S. Listing Review, Buyback and Outlook Lift
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IG Group Share Price Near Record High After U.S. Listing Review, Buyback and Outlook Lift

IG Group shares closed at 1,450 pence on Friday, holding most of Thursday’s 6.25% jump after the company launched a strategic review that may include a U.S. listing. The firm reported record revenue of £1.123 billion for 2025, up 7%, and expects about £300 million revenue for the March quarter. Active customers more than doubled after acquiring Freetrade. The board will update on the review in the autumn.
March 21, 2026
British American Tobacco Stock Price Falls as BAT Buyback Fails to Shield Shares
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British American Tobacco Stock Price Falls as BAT Buyback Fails to Shield Shares

British American Tobacco shares dropped 1.0% to 4,311 pence Friday, underperforming despite a new buyback and a 61.26 pence quarterly dividend. The FTSE 100 fell 1.4% amid inflation warnings and Middle East tensions. BAT confirmed 2026 growth targets but said results may land at the low end. The company faces a U.S. vape crackdown and a London lawsuit over North Korea sanctions disclosures.
March 21, 2026
Barclays PLC Share Price Falls Again as BoE Hike Bets and MFS Probe Hit Sentiment
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Barclays PLC Share Price Falls Again as BoE Hike Bets and MFS Probe Hit Sentiment

Barclays shares fell 2.02% to 373.90 pence Friday, underperforming the FTSE 100 as UK bank stocks slid. The drop follows signals the Bank of England may hike rates as soon as April and news of a regulatory probe into Market Financial Solutions, a failed lender to which Barclays has exposure. Barclays is now 6.3% below its March 18 close. NatWest, HSBC, and Lloyds also declined.
March 21, 2026
Australia Stock Market This Week: ASX 200 Sinks for Third Week as RBA Hike, Oil Shock Bite
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Australia Stock Market This Week: ASX 200 Sinks for Third Week as RBA Hike, Oil Shock Bite

The S&P/ASX 200 closed Friday at 8,428.40, down 0.82% for the day and 2.2% for the week, marking a third straight weekly loss as miners slumped. The Reserve Bank of Australia raised its cash rate to 4.10% in a narrow vote. Brent crude hit $112.19 a barrel, its highest since July 2022. Australia’s jobless rate edged up to 4.3% in February despite a rise in employment.
March 21, 2026
Anglo American Share Price Slides as London Rout Deepens, Teck Deal Timing Back in Focus
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Anglo American Share Price Slides as London Rout Deepens, Teck Deal Timing Back in Focus

Anglo American shares dropped 3% to 2,867 pence on Friday, underperforming the FTSE 100’s 1.4% decline as miners were sold off. The company posted a $3.7 billion loss in February and cut its dividend, while its merger with Teck Resources awaits final approval. Copper output guidance for 2026 was lowered after a 10% drop in 2025 production. J.P. Morgan now expects two Bank of England rate hikes by July.
March 21, 2026
Rolls-Royce Share Price Slides Again Despite Fresh Buyback as FTSE Selloff Deepens
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Rolls-Royce Share Price Slides Again Despite Fresh Buyback as FTSE Selloff Deepens

Rolls-Royce shares fell 2.44% to 1,161 pence Friday, extending losses and leaving the stock 18% below its February peak. The drop came as European markets slid and traders priced in a likely Bank of England rate hike. Rolls-Royce bought back 2.47 million shares this week as part of a planned £7–9 billion program. The company recently raised profit targets after 2025 operating profit hit £3.5 billion.
March 21, 2026
National Grid Stock Price Falls 3% as UK Yields Top 5%, Energy Shock Hits Utilities
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National Grid Stock Price Falls 3% as UK Yields Top 5%, Energy Shock Hits Utilities

National Grid shares closed at 1,233p Friday, down 3.1%, extending losses as UK bond yields topped 5% and the FTSE 100 fell 1.4%. Investors sold utilities on fears of higher borrowing costs after the Bank of England held rates and warned on inflation. The stock is now 13.7% below its March 2 high. SSE and United Utilities also dropped, while analysts forecast a 10% rise in UK household energy bills from July.
March 21, 2026
Glencore Share Price: Stock Holds Above 520p Despite South Africa Smelter Warning
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Glencore Share Price: Stock Holds Above 520p Despite South Africa Smelter Warning

Glencore shares closed at 520.10 pence on Friday, up 0.37%, with 232 million shares traded and turnover near £699 million on the LSE. The miner’s South African ferrochrome unit warned it could exit talks over discounted electricity, putting up to 1,500 jobs at risk. Despite this, Glencore stock is up 27.9% this year, buoyed by coal prices and speculation after failed merger talks with Rio Tinto.
March 21, 2026
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