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title: "Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 4th January 2026"
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# Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 4th January 2026

**Published:** January 4, 2026
**Author:** sharetalk
**Categories:** Blogs, Share Talk Weekly Stock Market, Technology, Technology, Media & Telecoms
**Tags:** ALRT, AVCT, BOOM, BOR, coin, ECO, ECR, EEE, EOG, EUA, FCM, Gold, JLP, MDH, MIRI, PALM, PLSR, QHE, rkh, road, SEE, silver, SKA, SYN, Tech, TOO, UFO, UJO, ZPHR
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Gold prices could climb above [$5,100 an ounce](https://www.share-talk.com/gold-tipped-to-reach-5100-in-2026-as-investors-seek-hedges-and-diversification/) in 2026, according to analysts at RBC Capital Markets, who argue the metal’s role as a hedge and portfolio diversifier was further strengthened during 2025. In its outlook for 2026 and 2027, the bank points to continued upside potential driven by sustained demand from strategic investors and central banks.

RBC has retained a mid-range gold price forecast of $4,427 per ounce for 2026, but its bullish scenario sees prices reaching as high as $5,108. Looking further ahead, the bank’s high-end projection for 2027 rises to $5,296 per ounce, reflecting expectations of ongoing market uncertainty and continued allocation to gold within diversified portfolios.

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[From Re-rating to Reality: Small-Cap Energy Set-Ups for 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/from-re-rating-to-reality-small-cap-energy-set-ups-for-2026/)

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| [20 Mining Companies to follow in 2026 – Part II (F-Z)](https://www.share-talk.com/20-mining-companies-to-follow-in-2026-part-ii-f-z/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/20-mining-companies-to-follow-in-2026-part-ii-f-z/) 2025 was a strong year for many precious metals stocks, driven by the sustained rally in the price of gold and silver, both of which reached multi-year highs. Demand for coal [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/20-mining-companies-to-follow-in-2026-part-ii-f-z/) |
| [Breaking: Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro captured by US Delta Force](https://www.share-talk.com/breaking-venezuelan-president-nicolas-maduro-captured-by-us-delta-force/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/breaking-venezuelan-president-nicolas-maduro-captured-by-us-delta-force/) Donald Trump announced that the United States carried out air strikes on Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, flying them out of the country. According to Trump, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/breaking-venezuelan-president-nicolas-maduro-captured-by-us-delta-force/) |
| [Gold tipped to reach $5,100 in 2026 as investors seek hedges and diversification](https://www.share-talk.com/gold-tipped-to-reach-5100-in-2026-as-investors-seek-hedges-and-diversification/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/gold-tipped-to-reach-5100-in-2026-as-investors-seek-hedges-and-diversification/) Gold prices could climb above $5,100 an ounce in 2026, according to analysts at RBC Capital Markets, who argue the metal’s role as a hedge and portfolio diversifier was further [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/gold-tipped-to-reach-5100-in-2026-as-investors-seek-hedges-and-diversification/) |
| [From Re-rating to Reality: Small-Cap Energy Set-Ups for 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/from-re-rating-to-reality-small-cap-energy-set-ups-for-2026/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/from-re-rating-to-reality-small-cap-energy-set-ups-for-2026/) 2025 was a year where narrative began to separate from delivery across the AIM and Aquis energy space. In several cases, long-dated assets moved closer to sanction or first production, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/from-re-rating-to-reality-small-cap-energy-set-ups-for-2026/) |
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| [‘Do not travel’ warning as snow hits UK](https://www.share-talk.com/do-not-travel-warning-as-snow-hits-uk/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/do-not-travel-warning-as-snow-hits-uk/) Yellow weather warnings have been issued as wintry conditions move south-eastwards across England and Wales. Rail passengers have been warned not to travel as snow and ice disrupt transport across [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/do-not-travel-warning-as-snow-hits-uk/) |
| [20 Mining Companies to follow in 2026 – Part 1 (A-E)](https://www.share-talk.com/20-mining-companies-to-follow-in-2026-part-1-a-e/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/20-mining-companies-to-follow-in-2026-part-1-a-e/) 2025 was a strong year for many precious metals stocks, driven by the sustained rally in the price of gold and silver, both of which reached multi-year highs. Demand for coal [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/20-mining-companies-to-follow-in-2026-part-1-a-e/) |
| [Malcy’s Blog – Oil price, Pharos Energy, Europa Oil & Gas & finally](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-pharos-energy-europa-oil-gas-finally/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-pharos-energy-europa-oil-gas-finally/) WTI (Feb) $57.42 -53c, Brent (Mar)* $60.85 -6c, Diff -$3.65 +27c*. USNG (Feb) $3.69 -28c, UKNG (Feb)** 75.0p +2.11p, TTF (Feb) €28.46 +€28.46 +€0.385. *Expiry of Brent February contract. **Expiry [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-pharos-energy-europa-oil-gas-finally/) |
| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Friday 2nd January 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-2nd-january-2026/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-2nd-january-2026/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-2nd-january-2026/) |
| [Tap Global Group plc (AIM: TAP) Revenues Up, Gross Profit Up, Operating Costs Down](https://www.share-talk.com/tap-global-group-plc-aim-tap-revenues-up-gross-profit-up-operating-costs-down/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/tap-global-group-plc-aim-tap-revenues-up-gross-profit-up-operating-costs-down/) Final Results for the Year Ended 30 June 2025 Notice of Annual General Meeting & Board Change  Revenues Up, Gross Profit Up, Operating Costs Down Tap Global Group plc (AIM: [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/tap-global-group-plc-aim-tap-revenues-up-gross-profit-up-operating-costs-down/) |
| [SP Angel -Today’s Market View, Friday 2nd January 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-friday-2nd-january-2026/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-friday-2nd-january-2026/) Copper strong amid wider base metals rally as miners enjoy positive start to 2026 MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Galantas Gold* (GAL LN) – Transformational acquisition of [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-friday-2nd-january-2026/) |
| [Quantum Helium Ltd Executive Director Andrew Scott has purchased 45,000,000 shares](https://www.share-talk.com/quantum-helium-ltd-executive-director-andrew-scott-has-purchased-45000000-shares/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/quantum-helium-ltd-executive-director-andrew-scott-has-purchased-45000000-shares/) Quantum Helium Limited (AIM: QHE) said Executive Director Andrew Scott has purchased 45,000,000 ordinary shares at 0.04p per share, with the transactions completed on 29 and 30 December 2025. Following the [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/quantum-helium-ltd-executive-director-andrew-scott-has-purchased-45000000-shares/) |
| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: FTSE 100, TAP, IES, BOKU & JLP](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ftse-100-tap-ies-boku-jlp/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ftse-100-tap-ies-boku-jlp/) BBC: The FTSE 100 index has climbed above 10,000 points for the first time, passing a significant stock market milestone, on the first trading day of the year. Shares included in [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ftse-100-tap-ies-boku-jlp/) |
| [FTSE 100 smashes 10,000 to kick off 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-smashes-10000-to-kick-off-2026/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-smashes-10000-to-kick-off-2026/) The FTSE 100 has kicked off the new year on a positive note, though markets are still firmly in holiday mode. Early trading saw the blue-chip index climb 73 points [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-smashes-10000-to-kick-off-2026/) |
| [Seeing Machines doubles down on autonomy with new Future Mobility team](https://www.share-talk.com/seeing-machines-doubles-down-on-autonomy-with-new-future-mobility-team/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/seeing-machines-doubles-down-on-autonomy-with-new-future-mobility-team/) Seeing Machines Ltd (AIM: SEE, OTC: SEEMF) has announced the creation of a dedicated Future Mobility Group to support the full lifecycle of autonomous vehicle programmes for both existing and [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/seeing-machines-doubles-down-on-autonomy-with-new-future-mobility-team/) |
| [Jubilee Metals Group Plc (AIM: JLP) sells South African operations to focus on copper growth](https://www.share-talk.com/jubilee-metals-group-plc-aim-jlp-sells-south-african-operations-to-focus-on-copper-growth/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/jubilee-metals-group-plc-aim-jlp-sells-south-african-operations-to-focus-on-copper-growth/) Jubilee Metals Group Plc has completed the disposal of its South African chrome and PGM operations to One Chrome (Pty) Ltd, with the second and final cash instalment of US$10 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/jubilee-metals-group-plc-aim-jlp-sells-south-african-operations-to-focus-on-copper-growth/) |
| [ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR) Issue of Equity, Total Voting Rights and PDMR dealings ](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-issue-of-equity-total-voting-rights-and-pdmr-dealings/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-issue-of-equity-total-voting-rights-and-pdmr-dealings/) ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR), the exploration and development company focused on gold in Australia, announces the issue of new ordinary shares of 0.001 pence each in ECR (the “Ordinary [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-issue-of-equity-total-voting-rights-and-pdmr-dealings/) |
| [Shuka Minerals Plc (AIM/AltX: SKA) Update on Kabwe transaction completion](https://www.share-talk.com/shuka-minerals-plc-aim-altx-ska-update-on-kabwe-transaction-completion/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/shuka-minerals-plc-aim-altx-ska-update-on-kabwe-transaction-completion/) Shuka Minerals Plc (AIM/AltX: SKA), an African focused mine operator and developer, provides an update on the Company’s proposed acquisition (“Acquisition”) of the Zambian mining and exploration company, Leopard Exploration [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/shuka-minerals-plc-aim-altx-ska-update-on-kabwe-transaction-completion/) |
| [Oil heads for worst year since pandemic despite rising Russia tensions](https://www.share-talk.com/oil-heads-for-worst-year-since-pandemic-despite-rising-russia-tensions/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/oil-heads-for-worst-year-since-pandemic-despite-rising-russia-tensions/) Oil prices are heading toward their steepest annual decline since the pandemic-driven collapse of 2020, as fears grow that a persistent supply glut is overwhelming global crude markets. The downturn [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/oil-heads-for-worst-year-since-pandemic-despite-rising-russia-tensions/) |
| [Avacta (AIM: AVCT) sees strong sentiment recovery in second half of 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/avacta-aim-avct-sees-strong-sentiment-recovery-in-second-half-of-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/avacta-aim-avct-sees-strong-sentiment-recovery-in-second-half-of-2025/) Avacta (AIM: AVCT) has enjoyed a strong recovery in sentiment during the second half of 2025, with the share price rising from around 30 pence in early July to 58.00 pence [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/avacta-aim-avct-sees-strong-sentiment-recovery-in-second-half-of-2025/) |
| [10 Companies to Watch in 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/10-companies-to-watch-in-2026/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/10-companies-to-watch-in-2026/) 2025 was the year AIM showed its resilience, rising nearly 10pc after enduring years of higher interest rates in the wake of the pandemic and continued economic and geopolitical uncertainty. [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/10-companies-to-watch-in-2026/) |
| [Coinsilium Group (AQSE: COIN) Outlook for 2026 & The Rise of Digital Assets](https://www.share-talk.com/coinsilium-group-aqse-coin-outlook-for-2026-the-rise-of-digital-assets/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/coinsilium-group-aqse-coin-outlook-for-2026-the-rise-of-digital-assets/) StockBox spoke to Eddy Travia, CEO and co-founder of Coinsilium Group (AQSE: COIN), about the company’s strong 2025 performance and outlook for 2026. ➡️ 2025 saw a landmark rise in [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/coinsilium-group-aqse-coin-outlook-for-2026-the-rise-of-digital-assets/) |
| [Zak’s Traders Café: Top Performers of 2025 and Stocks to Watch in 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/zaks-traders-cafe-top-performers-of-2025-and-stocks-to-watch-in-2026/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/zaks-traders-cafe-top-performers-of-2025-and-stocks-to-watch-in-2026/) The Year Ahead Author @ZaksTradersCafe Zakstraderscafe’s stock for 2026 is one that I approach with even more trepidation than usual, given how, during 2025, the amount of abuse and defamation [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/zaks-traders-cafe-top-performers-of-2025-and-stocks-to-watch-in-2026/) |
| [Cautious start for Wall Street on year’s final trading day](https://www.share-talk.com/cautious-start-for-wall-street-on-years-final-trading-day/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/cautious-start-for-wall-street-on-years-final-trading-day/) Wall Street has opened the final trading day of the year on a cautious note, with early losses across the major indexes. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 71 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/cautious-start-for-wall-street-on-years-final-trading-day/) |
| [Strong year for UK stocks as FTSE 100 jumps 21.6% and FTSE 250 adds 9%](https://www.share-talk.com/strong-year-for-uk-stocks-as-ftse-100-jumps-21-6-and-ftse-250-adds-9/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/strong-year-for-uk-stocks-as-ftse-100-jumps-21-6-and-ftse-250-adds-9/) Britain’s stock market has chalked up its strongest annual performance since the aftermath of the financial crisis. The FTSE 100 closed the final trading session of the year slightly lower, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/strong-year-for-uk-stocks-as-ftse-100-jumps-21-6-and-ftse-250-adds-9/) |
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| [Alien Metals Limited (AIM: UFO) West Coast Silver A$3.2m Placement](https://www.share-talk.com/alien-metals-limited-aim-ufo-west-coast-silver-a3-2m-placement/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/alien-metals-limited-aim-ufo-west-coast-silver-a3-2m-placement/) West Coast Silver A$3.2m Placement to Fund 2026 Exploration at Elizabeth Hill Alien Metals Limited (AIM: UFO), a minerals exploration and development company, is pleased to advise that its joint [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/alien-metals-limited-aim-ufo-west-coast-silver-a3-2m-placement/) |
| [FTSE 100 notches new 2025 high as clock ticks down](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-notches-new-2025-high-as-clock-ticks-down/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-notches-new-2025-high-as-clock-ticks-down/) The London stock market is closing out its strongest year since the aftermath of the global financial crisis at record levels. 2025 has been an exceptional year for the FTSE [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-notches-new-2025-high-as-clock-ticks-down/) |
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| [Six Biotechs to Watch in 2026: Breakthroughs, Setbacks, and Big Turning Points Ahead](https://www.share-talk.com/six-biotechs-to-watch-in-2026-breakthroughs-setbacks-and-big-turning-points-ahead/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/six-biotechs-to-watch-in-2026-breakthroughs-setbacks-and-big-turning-points-ahead/) The biotechnology market has delivered a mixed landscape in 2025, shaped by shifting investor sentiment, ongoing regulatory pressures, and the continued search for differentiated clinical assets. Against this backdrop several [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/six-biotechs-to-watch-in-2026-breakthroughs-setbacks-and-big-turning-points-ahead/) |
| [Harbour Energy PLC (LON: HBR) Harbour appointed operator of Zama project](https://www.share-talk.com/harbour-energy-plc-lon-hbr-harbour-appointed-operator-of-zama-project/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/harbour-energy-plc-lon-hbr-harbour-appointed-operator-of-zama-project/) Harbour Energy PLC (LON: HBR) has been formally appointed operator of the Zama oil project offshore Mexico, following approval by Mexico’s Ministry of Energy (SENER) and agreement from the project’s [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/harbour-energy-plc-lon-hbr-harbour-appointed-operator-of-zama-project/) |
| [CleanTech Lithium PLC (AIM: CTL) End-of-Year Message from CEO](https://www.share-talk.com/cleantech-lithium-plc-aim-ctl-end-of-year-message-from-ceo/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/cleantech-lithium-plc-aim-ctl-end-of-year-message-from-ceo/) CleanTech Lithium PLC (“CleanTech Lithium” or the “Company”) End-of-Year Message from CEO CleanTech Lithium PLC (AIM: CTL, Frankfurt: T2N), an exploration and development company advancing sustainable lithium projects in Chile [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/cleantech-lithium-plc-aim-ctl-end-of-year-message-from-ceo/) |
| [KR1 plc (LON: KR1) Financial Update (November ’25)](https://www.share-talk.com/kr1-plc-lon-kr1-financial-update-november-25/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/kr1-plc-lon-kr1-financial-update-november-25/) KR1 plc (LON: KR1) is pleased to provide an unaudited update on its income from digital assets and its largest holdings as at 30 November 2025. Income from Digital Assets [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/kr1-plc-lon-kr1-financial-update-november-25/) |
| [The Great Silver Squeeze of 2026 has begun](https://www.share-talk.com/the-great-silver-squeeze-of-2026-has-begun/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/the-great-silver-squeeze-of-2026-has-begun/) A structural shock is hitting the global silver market Global silver markets are entering a period of acute stress, driven less by speculation than by tightening physical supply and rising [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/the-great-silver-squeeze-of-2026-has-begun/) |
| [Malcy’s Blog – Oil price, Savannah Energy, Zephyr Energy, Europa Oil & Gas & Finally](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-savannah-energy-zephyr-energy-europa-oil-gas-finally/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-savannah-energy-zephyr-energy-europa-oil-gas-finally/) WTI (Feb) $58.08 +$1.34, Brent (Feb) $61.94 +$1.30, Diff -$3.84 -4c. USNG (Feb)* $3.99 -1c, UKNG (Jan) 75.25p -0.64p, TTF (Feb)* €27.995 +€0.055. *Denotes January contract expiry. Author @mgrahamwood Oil [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-savannah-energy-zephyr-energy-europa-oil-gas-finally/) |
| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Tuesday 30th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-30th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-30th-december-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-30th-december-2025/) |
| [SP Angel -Today’s Market View, Tuesday 30th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-tuesday-30th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-tuesday-30th-december-2025/) Gold stabilises following precious metals profit-taking sell-off MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Empire Metals* (EEE LN) – Sale of Eclipse Gold Asset Goldstone Resources* (GRL LN) – [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-tuesday-30th-december-2025/) |
| [AIM suspension fears wipe 30% off Westminster Group](https://www.share-talk.com/aim-suspension-fears-wipe-30-off-westminster-group/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/aim-suspension-fears-wipe-30-off-westminster-group/) Westminster Group PLC (AIM: WSG) shares fell on Tuesday after it announced that its audited annual accounts for the year ended 30 June 2025 will not be completed by 31 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/aim-suspension-fears-wipe-30-off-westminster-group/) |
| [ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR) Completion of acquisition of Raglan Project](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-completion-of-acquisition-of-raglan-project/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-completion-of-acquisition-of-raglan-project/) ECR now owns a turn-key gold mining operation in Queensland ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR), the gold exploration and development company focused on Australia, is pleased to announce that, further [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-completion-of-acquisition-of-raglan-project/) |
| [Europa Oil & Gas (Holdings) Plc (AIM: EOG) EG-08 Farm-out Agreement Signed](https://www.share-talk.com/europa-oil-gas-holdings-plc-aim-eog-eg-08-farm-out-agreement-signed/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/europa-oil-gas-holdings-plc-aim-eog-eg-08-farm-out-agreement-signed/) Europa Oil & Gas (Holdings) plc, the AIM quoted West Africa, UK and Ireland focused oil and gas exploration, development and production company, is pleased to announce that its associated [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/europa-oil-gas-holdings-plc-aim-eog-eg-08-farm-out-agreement-signed/) |
| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: EUA, PANR, ZPHR, OCDO, GRL, WSG, SAVE, ALRT & EOG](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-eua-panr-zphr-ocdo-grl-wsg-save-alrt-eog/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-eua-panr-zphr-ocdo-grl-wsg-save-alrt-eog/) Eurasia Mining (EUA) late Monday said it has agreed to sell its West Kytlim mining operations in the Urals to a Russian company for USD9 million, saying the decision reduces the [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-eua-panr-zphr-ocdo-grl-wsg-save-alrt-eog/) |
| [London stocks edge higher but Santa rally remains elusive](https://www.share-talk.com/london-stocks-edge-higher-but-santa-rally-remains-elusive/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/london-stocks-edge-higher-but-santa-rally-remains-elusive/) London’s stock market has opened slightly higher, though there is still little sign of the traditional “Santa rally” in the City. The FTSE 100 index is up 10 points, or [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/london-stocks-edge-higher-but-santa-rally-remains-elusive/) |
| [Zephyr Energy plc (AIM: ZPHR) delivers strong production growth at year end](https://www.share-talk.com/zephyr-energy-plc-aim-zphr-delivers-strong-production-growth-at-year-end/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/zephyr-energy-plc-aim-zphr-delivers-strong-production-growth-at-year-end/) Zephyr Energy PLC (AIM: ZPHR, OTCQB: ZPHRF) has released a year-end update reporting higher hydrocarbon production from its non-operated portfolio in the third quarter of 2025. Average net production increased [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/zephyr-energy-plc-aim-zphr-delivers-strong-production-growth-at-year-end/) |
| [Empire Metals Limited (AIM: EEE \| OTCQX: EPMLF) Conditional Sale of 75% Interest in Eclipse Gold Project](https://www.share-talk.com/empire-metals-limited-aim-eee-otcqx-epmlf-conditional-sale-of-75-interest-in-eclipse-gold-project/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/empire-metals-limited-aim-eee-otcqx-epmlf-conditional-sale-of-75-interest-in-eclipse-gold-project/) Empire Metals Limited (AIM: EEE \| OTCQX: EPMLF), the AIM-quoted and OTCQX-traded exploration and development company, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a conditional sale and purchase agreement for its 75% interest in [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/empire-metals-limited-aim-eee-otcqx-epmlf-conditional-sale-of-75-interest-in-eclipse-gold-project/) |
| [Bubble fears grow as silver prices soar](https://www.share-talk.com/bubble-fears-grow-as-silver-prices-soar/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/bubble-fears-grow-as-silver-prices-soar/) Gold and silver prices slid sharply as turbulence hit precious metal markets, with silver suffering its steepest one-day fall since the Covid pandemic. Spot silver dropped 11% on Monday to [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/bubble-fears-grow-as-silver-prices-soar/) |
| [Defence Holdings PLC (LON: ALRT) rolls out sovereign AI initiative for domestic security](https://www.share-talk.com/defence-holdings-plc-lon-alrt-rolls-out-sovereign-ai-initiative-for-domestic-security/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/defence-holdings-plc-lon-alrt-rolls-out-sovereign-ai-initiative-for-domestic-security/) Defence Holdings Announce New National Security Pillar & Strategic Collaboration with Gloucestershire Police Defence Holdings PLC (LON: ALRT), the UK-listed sovereign defence software company, announces the launch of it’s national [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/defence-holdings-plc-lon-alrt-rolls-out-sovereign-ai-initiative-for-domestic-security/) |
| [Falklands Energy Revisited: Diplomatic Signals, Political Risk, and What Has Changed Since May](https://www.share-talk.com/falklands-energy-revisited-diplomatic-signals-political-risk-and-what-has-changed-since-may/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/falklands-energy-revisited-diplomatic-signals-political-risk-and-what-has-changed-since-may/) In May this year, we examined the Falklands energy landscape in an article that focused on the geological potential of the North Falkland Basin and the long-standing political overhang that [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/falklands-energy-revisited-diplomatic-signals-political-risk-and-what-has-changed-since-may/) |
| [Copper Prices Set for Largest Annual Gain in 15 Years](https://www.share-talk.com/copper-prices-set-for-largest-annual-gain-in-15-years/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/copper-prices-set-for-largest-annual-gain-in-15-years/) Copper is poised to record its largest annual price increase in more than 15 years as traders respond to mounting concerns over global supply shortages. The metal, which serves as [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/copper-prices-set-for-largest-annual-gain-in-15-years/) |
| [Used EV prices plunge as Chinese cars flood market](https://www.share-talk.com/used-ev-prices-plunge-as-chinese-cars-flood-market/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/used-ev-prices-plunge-as-chinese-cars-flood-market/) Used electric vehicle prices in the UK have fallen sharply, dropping by around £14,000 in just three years as cheaper Chinese models flood the market. According to data from Cazoo, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/used-ev-prices-plunge-as-chinese-cars-flood-market/) |
| [Synergia Energy (AIM: SYN) jumps 65% on AIM delisting U-turn](https://www.share-talk.com/synergia-energy-aim-syn-jumps-65-on-aim-delisting-u-turn/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/synergia-energy-aim-syn-jumps-65-on-aim-delisting-u-turn/) Synergia Energy Ltd has confirmed the outcome of its General Meeting, with mixed results shaping the company’s next phase. Shareholders approved Resolution One, enabling Synergia to proceed with the Sale [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/synergia-energy-aim-syn-jumps-65-on-aim-delisting-u-turn/) |
| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Monday 29th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-monday-29th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-monday-29th-december-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-monday-29th-december-2025/) |
| [SP Angel -Today’s Market View, Monday 29th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-monday-29th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-monday-29th-december-2025/) Copper ($12,421/t) hits news highs on looming 2026 deficit and wider base metals rally MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Copper ($12,421/t) hits news highs on looming 2026 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-monday-29th-december-2025/) |
| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: TOO, MET1, ALH, PAT & VSA](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-too-met1-alh-pat-vsa/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-too-met1-alh-pat-vsa/) Tooru (TOO), an AIM listed company focused on the branded health and wellness sector, provided a pre year end trading update. The Group has just completed a refinancing of the debt [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-too-met1-alh-pat-vsa/) |
| [FTSE opens in the red following slow start for blue-chips](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-opens-in-the-red-following-slow-start-for-blue-chips/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-opens-in-the-red-following-slow-start-for-blue-chips/) A subdued start to the final trading week of the year saw UK blue-chips open slightly lower, with the FTSE 100 slipping 5 points to 9,866.08. Europe’s Stoxx 600 index [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-opens-in-the-red-following-slow-start-for-blue-chips/) |
| [Santa Rally lifts silver and other precious metals to fresh highs](https://www.share-talk.com/santa-rally-lifts-silver-and-other-precious-metals-to-fresh-highs/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/santa-rally-lifts-silver-and-other-precious-metals-to-fresh-highs/) As the final trading week of the year gets underway, the rally in precious metals is showing little sign of fading, even after bouts of profit-taking. Silver, platinum and palladium [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/santa-rally-lifts-silver-and-other-precious-metals-to-fresh-highs/) |
| [FTSE 100 set to open in positive territory ahead of the bell](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-set-to-open-in-positive-territory-ahead-of-the-bell/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-set-to-open-in-positive-territory-ahead-of-the-bell/) The FTSE 100 is set to open the post-Christmas session modestly higher, with futures pointing to an 8-point gain at 9,878.68, taking its lead from a strong finish to the [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-set-to-open-in-positive-territory-ahead-of-the-bell/) |
| [Panthera Resources PLC (AIM: PAT) Interim Results – Six Months Ended 30 September 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/panthera-resources-plc-aim-pat-interim-results-six-months-ended-30-september-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/panthera-resources-plc-aim-pat-interim-results-six-months-ended-30-september-2025/) Panthera Resources PLC (AIM: PAT), the gold exploration and development company with assets in India and West Africa, is pleased to announce its unaudited interim results for the half-year ended 30 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/panthera-resources-plc-aim-pat-interim-results-six-months-ended-30-september-2025/) |
| [Audioboom Group: From Podcast Network to Platform Scale and Why 2026 May Matter More Than 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/audioboom-group-from-podcast-network-to-platform-scale-and-why-2026-may-matter-more-than-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/audioboom-group-from-podcast-network-to-platform-scale-and-why-2026-may-matter-more-than-2025/) Audioboom Group (AIM: BOOM) has delivered one of the more quietly compelling re-ratings on AIM in 2025. The share price has risen steadily from around 281 pence in mid-July to [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/audioboom-group-from-podcast-network-to-platform-scale-and-why-2026-may-matter-more-than-2025/) |
| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Best Moving Stocks of 2025, Sunday 28th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/raders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-best-moving-stocks-of-2025-sunday-28th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/raders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-best-moving-stocks-of-2025-sunday-28th-december-2025/) Zak Mir looks at some of the best moving stocks of 2025, especially those that look set to be the momentum trades for 2026. They include Aptamer, ACG Metals, Cloudbreak, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/raders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-best-moving-stocks-of-2025-sunday-28th-december-2025/) |
| [Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 28th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-28th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-28th-december-2025/) The FTSE 100 slipped into the red on the final trading day before Christmas, as hopes of a Santa rally faded and the market closed lower. London’s blue-chip index finished down [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-28th-december-2025/) |
| [Trader’s Café With Zak Mir: The Week In Small Caps, Sunday 28th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-the-week-in-small-caps-sunday-28th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-the-week-in-small-caps-sunday-28th-december-2025/) A Blue Chip 2025 Author @ZaksTradersCafe While one might be fretting regarding all part of the UK stock market, it is difficult to get out the violins when look at [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-the-week-in-small-caps-sunday-28th-december-2025/) |
| [How to Prepare for the Next Stock Crash: A Practical Playbook for Investors](https://www.share-talk.com/how-to-prepare-for-the-next-stock-crash-a-practical-playbook-for-investors/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/how-to-prepare-for-the-next-stock-crash-a-practical-playbook-for-investors/) It is a common occurrence for market crashes not to be treated as part of the regular headlines; they are, however, a consistent element of the stock exchange. For the [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/how-to-prepare-for-the-next-stock-crash-a-practical-playbook-for-investors/) |
| [JPMorgan maps 2026 outlook, backing AI adoption and stock-pickers’ market](https://www.share-talk.com/jpmorgan-maps-2026-outlook-backing-ai-adoption-and-stock-pickers-market/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/jpmorgan-maps-2026-outlook-backing-ai-adoption-and-stock-pickers-market/) For some, the festive period is a chance to reflect on the year just gone. For others, it is a moment to start positioning for what comes next. With that [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/jpmorgan-maps-2026-outlook-backing-ai-adoption-and-stock-pickers-market/) |
| [Share Talk Weekly Small Cap Movers & Shakers, Saturday 27th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-27th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-27th-december-2025/) The FTSE 100 has slipped into the red on the final trading day before Christmas, with hopes of a Santa rally fading as the market closed lower. London’s blue-chip index [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-27th-december-2025/) |
| [£80m wiped off British companies after Bitcoin bets](https://www.share-talk.com/80m-wiped-off-british-companies-after-bitcoin-bets/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/80m-wiped-off-british-companies-after-bitcoin-bets/) British companies that rushed into the Bitcoin boom have collectively lost almost £80m after a sharp slump in the cryptocurrency’s price. UK-listed firms have spent more than £360m buying Bitcoin [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/80m-wiped-off-british-companies-after-bitcoin-bets/) |
| [Silver explodes 158% – is the rally just getting started?](https://www.share-talk.com/silver-explodes-158-is-the-rally-just-getting-started/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/silver-explodes-158-is-the-rally-just-getting-started/) Silver surged past the $75-per-ounce mark for the first time on Friday, with gold and platinum also hitting fresh all-time highs as expectations of US interest-rate cuts and rising geopolitical [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/silver-explodes-158-is-the-rally-just-getting-started/) |
| [History’s most reliable recession signal keeps being ignored](https://www.share-talk.com/historys-most-reliable-recession-signal-keeps-being-ignored/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/historys-most-reliable-recession-signal-keeps-being-ignored/) There is one market indicator with an unusually strong track record: it has preceded every US recession since 1950, with no confirmed false signals. It flashed ahead of downturns in [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/historys-most-reliable-recession-signal-keeps-being-ignored/) |
| [Small Cap Mining: 2025 Review – The Hard Work Pays Off.](https://www.share-talk.com/small-cap-mining-2025-review-the-hard-work-pays-off-2/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/small-cap-mining-2025-review-the-hard-work-pays-off-2/) What a year it’s been! Author Charles Archer I’ll be covering the macro in my picks for 2026 on 1 January, but safe to say, this year’s been one to [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/small-cap-mining-2025-review-the-hard-work-pays-off-2/) |
| [Pulsar Helium: A Retail Investor’s Look at a Fast-Moving Early Explorer](https://www.share-talk.com/pulsar-helium-a-retail-investors-look-at-a-fast-moving-early-explorer/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/pulsar-helium-a-retail-investors-look-at-a-fast-moving-early-explorer/) Pulsar Helium (AIM: PLSR) has had a lively few months, and anyone watching the chart will have noticed it. The share price jumped from about 22 pence on 17th September [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/pulsar-helium-a-retail-investors-look-at-a-fast-moving-early-explorer/) |
| [Christmas Day proves popular for checking pensions, ISAs and tax returns](https://www.share-talk.com/christmas-day-proves-popular-for-checking-pensions-isas-and-tax-returns/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/christmas-day-proves-popular-for-checking-pensions-isas-and-tax-returns/) Christmas: a time for pensions and tax returns? While financial markets are shut and most businesses are closed on Christmas Day, it seems money is still very much on some [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/christmas-day-proves-popular-for-checking-pensions-isas-and-tax-returns/) |
| [AIM’s highs and lows: 2025’s biggest winners and losers](https://www.share-talk.com/aims-highs-and-lows-2025s-biggest-winners-and-losers/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/aims-highs-and-lows-2025s-biggest-winners-and-losers/) Another year on AIM is drawing to a close, and with it comes a familiar reminder: backing the market’s smallest companies is not for the faint-hearted — but the rewards [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/aims-highs-and-lows-2025s-biggest-winners-and-losers/) |
| [Bitcoins Diminishing Appeal as Investors Favour Physical Gold in 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/bitcoins-diminishing-appeal-as-investors-favour-physical-gold-in-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/bitcoins-diminishing-appeal-as-investors-favour-physical-gold-in-2025/) The cryptocurrency market has encountered significant headwinds throughout 2025, with Bitcoin substantially underperforming traditional safe-haven assets. Whilst gold has surged by 70% in dollar terms, bitcoin has declined by 6%, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/bitcoins-diminishing-appeal-as-investors-favour-physical-gold-in-2025/) |
| [WH Smith claws back £1.5m executive bonuses](https://www.share-talk.com/wh-smith-claws-back-1-5m-executive-bonuses/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/wh-smith-claws-back-1-5m-executive-bonuses/) WH Smith will claw back just over £1.5m in cash and shares from its former chief executive and finance director, and has cut future bonus payments following an accounting scandal [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/wh-smith-claws-back-1-5m-executive-bonuses/) |
| [Christmas sales come early as fashion retailers slash prices](https://www.share-talk.com/christmas-sales-come-early-as-fashion-retailers-slash-prices/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/christmas-sales-come-early-as-fashion-retailers-slash-prices/) Fashion retailers are leaning hard on early discounting this year after a mild autumn and winter blunted demand for seasonal clothing. Chains including New Look, Boohoo and Sports Direct are [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/christmas-sales-come-early-as-fashion-retailers-slash-prices/) |
| [Santa skips the City as FTSE 100 dips before Christmas](https://www.share-talk.com/santa-skips-the-city-as-ftse-100-dips-before-christmas/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/santa-skips-the-city-as-ftse-100-dips-before-christmas/) The FTSE 100 has slipped into the red on the final trading day before Christmas, with hopes of a Santa rally fading as the market closed lower. London’s blue-chip index [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/santa-skips-the-city-as-ftse-100-dips-before-christmas/) |
| [SP Angel -Today’s Market View, Wednesday 24th December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-wednesday-24th-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-wednesday-24th-december-2025/) Gold, silver, platinum and copper break new high as US dollar weakens against Yuan MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Have a happy Christmas European Metals Holdings (EMH [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-wednesday-24th-december-2025/) |
| [Roadside Real Estate PLC (AIM: ROAD) expands portfolio with £17.8m acquisition and revised financing terms](https://www.share-talk.com/roadside-real-estate-plc-aim-road-expands-portfolio-with-17-8m-acquisition-and-revised-financing-terms/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/roadside-real-estate-plc-aim-road-expands-portfolio-with-17-8m-acquisition-and-revised-financing-terms/) Roadside Real Estate PLC (AIM: ROAD) has agreed a binding deal to acquire Gardner Retail Ltd for an estimated net consideration of £17.8 million, a transaction the company said will [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/roadside-real-estate-plc-aim-road-expands-portfolio-with-17-8m-acquisition-and-revised-financing-terms/) |
| [Mirriad Advertising PLC (AIM: MIRI) shares jump up to 18% after £346k tax credit boost](https://www.share-talk.com/mirriad-advertising-plc-aim-miri-shares-jump-up-to-18-after-346k-tax-credit-boost/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/mirriad-advertising-plc-aim-miri-shares-jump-up-to-18-after-346k-tax-credit-boost/) Mirriad Advertising PLC (AIM: MIRI, OTCQX: MMDDF) shares jumped 18% in early trading after the company confirmed receipt of a £346,000 research and development tax credit from HM Revenue & [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/mirriad-advertising-plc-aim-miri-shares-jump-up-to-18-after-346k-tax-credit-boost/) |
| [Oil climbs to two-week high amid rising geopolitical tensions](https://www.share-talk.com/oil-climbs-to-two-week-high-amid-rising-geopolitical-tensions/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/oil-climbs-to-two-week-high-amid-rising-geopolitical-tensions/) Oil prices have climbed to their highest level in two weeks, supported by signs of robust US economic growth and renewed concerns over potential supply disruptions linked to Venezuela and [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/oil-climbs-to-two-week-high-amid-rising-geopolitical-tensions/) |
| [PipeHawk (AIM: PIP) jumps 55% after announcing planned Utsi Electronics disposal](https://www.share-talk.com/pipehawk-aim-pip-jumps-55-after-announcing-planned-utsi-electronics-disposal/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/pipehawk-aim-pip-jumps-55-after-announcing-planned-utsi-electronics-disposal/) PipeHawk plc (AIM: PIP) has agreed to sell its entire issued share capital in Utsi Electronics Limited to Leidi Global Supply Limited for £1.0 million in cash. The deal is [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/pipehawk-aim-pip-jumps-55-after-announcing-planned-utsi-electronics-disposal/) |
| [Copper up more than 35%, on track for strongest year since 2009](https://www.share-talk.com/copper-up-more-than-35-on-track-for-strongest-year-since-2009/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/copper-up-more-than-35-on-track-for-strongest-year-since-2009/) Copper prices have surged to record levels, capping their strongest annual performance in more than a decade as supply fears, tariff risks and long-term demand trends collide. On a year-to-date [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/copper-up-more-than-35-on-track-for-strongest-year-since-2009/) |
| [Gold, silver and platinum hit record highs as investors eye Santa Rally](https://www.share-talk.com/gold-silver-and-platinum-hit-record-highs-as-investors-eye-santa-rally/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/gold-silver-and-platinum-hit-record-highs-as-investors-eye-santa-rally/) Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy. Gold has surged past the $4,500-an-ounce mark for the first time ever on [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/gold-silver-and-platinum-hit-record-highs-as-investors-eye-santa-rally/) |
| [Panther Metals PLC (LON: PALM) 2025: Year in Review](https://www.share-talk.com/panther-metals-plc-lon-palm-2025-year-in-review/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/panther-metals-plc-lon-palm-2025-year-in-review/) Panther Metals PLC (LON: PALM), the exploration company focused on mineral projects in Canada, is pleased to provide a review of Company activities and progress during 2025 and the positive [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/panther-metals-plc-lon-palm-2025-year-in-review/) |
| [The Smarter Web Company (AQUIS: SWC \| OTCQB: TSWCF \| FRA: 3M8) New Subscription Agreement Signed](https://www.share-talk.com/the-smarter-web-company-aquis-swc-otcqb-tswcf-fra-3m8-new-subscription-agreement-signed/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/the-smarter-web-company-aquis-swc-otcqb-tswcf-fra-3m8-new-subscription-agreement-signed/) The Smarter Web Company (AQUIS: SWC \| OTCQB: TSWCF \| FRA: 3M8), a London-listed technology company and the UK’s largest publicly traded company holding Bitcoin on its balance sheet, announces [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/the-smarter-web-company-aquis-swc-otcqb-tswcf-fra-3m8-new-subscription-agreement-signed/) |
| [Defence Holdings PLC (LON: ALRT) Agrees Appointment of Chief Executive Officer](https://www.share-talk.com/defence-holdings-plc-lon-alrt-agrees-appointment-of-chief-executive-officer/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/defence-holdings-plc-lon-alrt-agrees-appointment-of-chief-executive-officer/) Defence Holdings Agrees Appointment of Chief Executive Officer Defence Holdings PLC (LON: ALRT), the UK-listed defence technology group, is pleased to confirm that it has agreed the appointment of a [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/defence-holdings-plc-lon-alrt-agrees-appointment-of-chief-executive-officer/) |
| [Shilajit Capsules and Minimalist Wellness Kits: Format Matters](https://www.share-talk.com/shilajit-capsules-and-minimalist-wellness-kits-format-matters/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/shilajit-capsules-and-minimalist-wellness-kits-format-matters/) Minimalist living has become more popular than ever. People are tired of cluttered spaces and complicated routines. When it comes to wellness and supplements, this minimalist mindset is changing how [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/shilajit-capsules-and-minimalist-wellness-kits-format-matters/) |
| [Edge Mode Inc. (OTC: EDGM) CEO Charlie Faulkner gives comprehensive company overview](https://www.share-talk.com/edge-mode-inc-otc-edgm-ceo-charlie-faulkner-gives-comprehensive-company-overview/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/edge-mode-inc-otc-edgm-ceo-charlie-faulkner-gives-comprehensive-company-overview/) In this London studio interview, CEO Charlie Faulkner provides a comprehensive overview of Edge Mode Inc. (OTC: EDGM), trading at $0.025, $59M market cap for a retail investor audience. He [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/edge-mode-inc-otc-edgm-ceo-charlie-faulkner-gives-comprehensive-company-overview/) |
| [Stock Market Crash: The 1929 Warning That Looks Like 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/stock-market-crash-the-1929-warning-that-looks-like-2026-2/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/stock-market-crash-the-1929-warning-that-looks-like-2026-2/) Every major financial collapse of the last century has followed the same five-stage sequence. It happened in 1929, 1987, 2000, and 2008. Today, those stages are visible again. For investors, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/stock-market-crash-the-1929-warning-that-looks-like-2026-2/) |
| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Tuesday 23rd December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-23rd-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-23rd-december-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-23rd-december-2025/) |
| [ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR) lines up first gold production for 2026](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-lines-up-first-gold-production-for-2026/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-lines-up-first-gold-production-for-2026/) ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR) said it is targeting first alluvial gold production in 2026, following the expected completion of its acquisition of the Raglan project before the end of [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aim-ecr-lines-up-first-gold-production-for-2026/) |
| [TechFinancials, Inc. (AQSE: TECH) Receipt of GMI Placing Proceeds and Operations](https://www.share-talk.com/techfinancials-inc-aqse-tech-receipt-of-gmi-placing-proceeds-and-operations/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/techfinancials-inc-aqse-tech-receipt-of-gmi-placing-proceeds-and-operations/) Receipt of GMI Underwritten Placing Proceeds Company Operations TechFinancials, Inc. (AQSE: TECH), is pleased to announce that it has received the £250,000 proceeds from the placing announced on 18 September 2025 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/techfinancials-inc-aqse-tech-receipt-of-gmi-placing-proceeds-and-operations/) |
| [SP Angel -Today’s Market View, Tuesday 23rd December 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-tuesday-23rd-december-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-tuesday-23rd-december-2025/) Gold, silver and copper hit record highs as dollar sinks on rate cut expectations and Yen strength MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below 80 Mile Plc* (80M LN) [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-todays-market-view-tuesday-23rd-december-2025/) |
| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: BANK, QHE, SEI, OPG, ORR, HUD, APTA, FCM, RMR, KEFI, ORCP, CINH, AAU, CTG, BRES, GMS, HEX, TAVI & PREM](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-bank-qhe-sei-opg-orr-hud-apta-fcm-rmr-kefi-orcp-cinh-aau-ctg-bres-gms-hex-tavi-prem/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-bank-qhe-sei-opg-orr-hud-apta-fcm-rmr-kefi-orcp-cinh-aau-ctg-bres-gms-hex-tavi-prem/) Fiinu Plc (BANK), the fintech group and creator of the Plugin Overdraft®, announced an operational update in respect of continued progress on its Plugin Overdraft® white-label partnership with Conister Bank Limited, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-bank-qhe-sei-opg-orr-hud-apta-fcm-rmr-kefi-orcp-cinh-aau-ctg-bres-gms-hex-tavi-prem/) |
| [Quantum Helium Limited (AIM: QHE) Year-End Operational Update](https://www.share-talk.com/quantum-helium-limited-aim-qhe-year-end-operational-update/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/quantum-helium-limited-aim-qhe-year-end-operational-update/) Year-End Operational Update Quantum Helium Limited (AIM: QHE) is pleased to provide a year-end operational update following a highly active period across its Colorado portfolio. Last week marked two major [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/quantum-helium-limited-aim-qhe-year-end-operational-update/) |
| [Profit slump fails to dent £280m payout for Bet365 chief](https://www.share-talk.com/profit-slump-fails-to-dent-280m-payout-for-bet365-chief/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/profit-slump-fails-to-dent-280m-payout-for-bet365-chief/) Denise Coates, the billionaire founder and chief executive of Bet365, took home at least £280m in pay and dividends in 2025, despite a sharp fall in the gambling group’s profits. [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/profit-slump-fails-to-dent-280m-payout-for-bet365-chief/) |
| [Legal pressure mounts at Premier African Minerals as creditor seeks $2.2m](https://www.share-talk.com/legal-pressure-mounts-at-premier-african-minerals-as-creditor-seeks-2-2m/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/legal-pressure-mounts-at-premier-african-minerals-as-creditor-seeks-2-2m/) Premier African Minerals Limited (AIM: PREM) said it has received a Writ of Execution from JR Goddard Contracting at its Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project in Zimbabwe, relating to the [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/legal-pressure-mounts-at-premier-african-minerals-as-creditor-seeks-2-2m/) |
| [ECR Minerals (AIM: ECR) Launch of updated website](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-aim-ecr-launch-of-updated-website/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-aim-ecr-launch-of-updated-website/) Launch of updated website and change of registered office ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR), the exploration and development company focused on gold in Australia, is pleased to announce the launch of [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-aim-ecr-launch-of-updated-website/) |
| [Vault Ventures Plc (AQSE: VULT) Finalising Strategic Technology Partnership to Support Quantum Strategy](https://www.share-talk.com/vault-ventures-plc-aqse-vult-finalising-strategic-technology-partnership-to-support-quantum-strategy/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/vault-ventures-plc-aqse-vult-finalising-strategic-technology-partnership-to-support-quantum-strategy/) Finalising Strategic Technology Partnership to Support Quantum Strategy Vault Ventures Plc (AQSE: VULT), the technology development company focused on advanced and frontier technologies, provides an update on progress on its [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/vault-ventures-plc-aqse-vult-finalising-strategic-technology-partnership-to-support-quantum-strategy/) |
| [First Class Metals PLC (LON: FCM) Progress Update on Drilling at the North Hemlo Property](https://www.share-talk.com/first-class-metals-plc-lon-fcm-progress-update-on-drilling-at-the-north-hemlo-property/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/first-class-metals-plc-lon-fcm-progress-update-on-drilling-at-the-north-hemlo-property/) First Class Metals PLC the UK listed company focused on the discovery of economic metal deposits across its exploration properties in Ontario, Canada, is pleased to announce the successful completion of [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/first-class-metals-plc-lon-fcm-progress-update-on-drilling-at-the-north-hemlo-property/) |
| [FTSE 100 seen little changed as investors watch soaring gold prices](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-seen-little-changed-as-investors-watch-soaring-gold-prices/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-seen-little-changed-as-investors-watch-soaring-gold-prices/) The FTSE 100 is set for a muted open on Tuesday, hovering just below flat, even as gold pushed to another record high overnight. London’s blue-chip index has been called [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-seen-little-changed-as-investors-watch-soaring-gold-prices/) |

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