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ASX 200 Closes Lower as Mining Losses Outpace Energy Gains Ahead of Key Data
The S&P/ASX 200 closed at 8,796.70, down 0.50%, with mining losses outweighing energy gains. Focus turns to China's loan rate decision and Australia's June jobs data.
Vodafone Shares Surge Past Niel's Block Trade Price, Volume Soars
Vodafone stock ended Friday 6.6% above Xavier Niel's block trade price, with five-day volume doubling. Analysts see potential for accelerated cost reductions and free-cash-flow gains.
Saudi Aramco Opens First Philippine Branded Station in Sucat
Saudi Aramco opened its first branded station in the Philippines, selling ProForce gasoline at a 6.9% premium. The launch follows its 2025 acquisition of a 25% stake in Unioil.
Rivian Stock Holds Above Offer Price Amid Dilution and Cash Concerns
Rivian shares finished Friday at $17.46, a 12.6% premium to the offer price, after a stock sale that increased share count by 6.3% and boosted liquidity.
CSL Recovers A$16 Billion from Low, Underperforms Plasma Peers
CSL shares have climbed 37% from their low, adding A$16 billion in value, but last week's 0.35% rise trailed plasma sector rivals Grifols and Takeda.






