The FTSE 100 ticked higher on Friday as investors took stock of a dramatic week for geopolitics that has culminated in a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East. There was a sense of calm to trading on Friday morning that hadn’t been felt since before the US and Israel launched attacks on Iran 28th February. […]

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Gold prices have rebounded sharply since the lows around $4,100 recorded in the middle of the war in the Middle East, and are now approaching the key level of $4,800. Once relied upon as a safe haven and inflation hedge, gold failed to display either of these attributes as the US and Israel attacked Iran. […]

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Unite Group, the UK’s largest owner and manager of student accommodation, has reported that 74% of beds are now reserved for the 2026/27 academic year, broadly in line with the same point last year at 76%. The company reiterated guidance for occupancy at the lower end of 93-96% and rental growth of 2-3%, down from […]

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Impax Asset Management, the AIM-listed sustainable investment specialist, reported assets under management of £22.3 billion at 31 March 2026, an 8% decline over the quarter. AUM is down 8% over the past quarter but nearly half over the past year. Group AUM as of 31 March 2025 was £39.6 billion. The drop reflects a challenging […]

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AO World, the online electricals retailer, has rounded off a strong year with total group revenue growth of around 11% for the 12 months to 31 March 2026, driven by market share gains across all key categories. AO World have released a strong set of numbers that reinforces the momentum AO has been building despite […]

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The FTSE 100 slipped on Thursday as the storming rally sparked by the ceasefire agreement started to fade. London’s leading index was trading down 0.3% at 10,578 at the time of writing. Given that the FTSE 100 rallied 2.5% yesterday, today’s losses were minimal but did underscore nervousness about the ceasefire holding. “The war may […]

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Investors using the Hargreaves Lansdown platform for their ISAs choose to allocate their cash to US-focused ETFs and tracker funds in the last days of the tax year, according to data released by HL. Hargreaves Lansdown’s ISA investors followed the tried-and-tested path of investing in a broad basket of US shares, which has proved a […]

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ITM Power has secured a major boost from the UK government, with a £40 million equity investment from Great British Energy and a £46.5 million grant from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to scale up production of its next-generation hydrogen technology. The combined £86.5 million package will fund a new large-scale automated […]

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MobilityOne has moved to temper expectations around its Islamic digital banking ambitions on Thursday, confirming that conditions attached to its conditional approval from the Labuan Financial Services Authority have not yet been met. The AIM-listed e-commerce payments group issued the clarification in response to media reports suggesting its Malaysian subsidiary had already secured a full […]

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Oil prices rose on Thursday after the largest drop since the pandemic in the previous session, following news that the US and Iran had reached a ceasefire agreement. However, this ceasefire looks vulnerable amid ongoing attacks on Lebanon by Israel that Iran says violate the terms of their agreement with the United States. As a […]

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Van Elle has become the latest company to highlight London’s inability to provide liquidity for small- and medium-cap stocks, as it announced plans to exit London’s public markets through a takeover. Austrian construction giant STRABAG is buying AIM-listed ground engineering specialist Van Elle Holdings for 52.3p per share in cash, valuing the business at approximately […]

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Close Brothers shares jumped on Wednesday after reassuring investors that the FCA’s motor finance redress scheme will not derail its growth plans, estimating the total cost at around £320 million, only marginally above its existing £294 million provision. The group said the hit would shave just 25 basis points off its CET1 capital ratio, bringing […]

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The FTSE 100 surged on Wednesday after the US and Iran agreed a two-week ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The deal, struck just an hour before a deadline set by Trump that could have seen the US attack Iranian civilian infrastructure, sparked a global risk-on rally that sent stocks higher and […]

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Watch the latest manager update video featuring James Thom and Rita Tahilramani, Co-managers of Aberdeen New India Investment Trust.

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UK house prices slipped 0.5% in March, bringing the average property value to £299,677, according to the latest Halifax House Price Index. Annual growth has also cooled, falling to 0.8% from 1.2% in February, suggesting the market is losing momentum heading into spring. Halifax pointed to uncertainty around the Middle East conflict as a key […]

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Young’s has agreed to acquire Cubitt House London Pubs, adding eight iconic leasehold pubs across some of the capital’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. The deal brings in well-known venues including The Thomas Cubitt and The Orange in Belgravia, The Grazing Goat in Marylebone, and The Princess Royal in Notting Hill. A ninth Belgravia site currently under […]

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Oil prices tumbled on Wednesday after the US and Iran agreed to a temporary 2-week ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.  A last-minute agreement brokered by Pakistan averted Donald Trump’s promise to bomb civilian infrastructure while achieving the free flow of oil from the Middle East. The US and Iran will engage in […]

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The FTSE 100 carved out gains on Tuesday as investors awaited a deadline set by Trump for Iran to strike a deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The US President said that if Iran did not agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 20.00 EST on Tuesday, the US would target civilian infrastructure, […]

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BSF Enterprise shares jumped on Tuesday after it unveiled what it calls the world’s first handbag made from lab-grown T-Rex Leather, now on display at the Art Zoo Museum in Amsterdam until 10 May. The piece, designed by techwear label Enfin Levé, is a proof of concept for the company’s subsidiary, Lab-Grown Leather Ltd, which […]

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Hunting has won $63.5m of orders for its titanium stress joint product line, tied to a new offshore development in Guyana. The work will be carried out by the group’s Subsea Spring business unit, with delivery running through to May 2028 and revenue recognition beginning in the second half of 2026. The deal will provide […]

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Beeks Financial Cloud has secured a five-year Proximity Cloud contract worth £2.1m with a large foreign exchange broker, according to a statement released on Tuesday. The deal sees an existing Private Cloud customer, which Beeks has served since September 2025, upgrade to Beeks’ higher-spec Proximity Cloud offering, providing a dedicated, client-owned trading environment across multiple […]

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The FTSE 100 slipped on Thursday after Donald Trump dashed hopes of a near-term end to the war in the Middle East overnight. Those who were hoping Donald Trump’s speech last night would be the beginning of the end of the war were left disappointed. Instead, the US President used his 20-minute address to regurgitate […]

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McBride has agreed to acquire Eurotab Group, a French specialist in solid-format cleaning and hygiene products, for an expected €40m in cash, as the private-label cleaning products giant looks to strengthen its grip on the European detergent market. Eurotab, the operator of manufacturing sites in France and a facility near Istanbul, designs and produces tablet-format […]

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Rockhopper Exploration has secured a significant technical milestone at its Sea Lion field in the North Falkland Basin, with independent engineers NSAI reclassifying substantial volumes from contingent resources into the reserves category following the company’s Final Investment Decision in December. The reclassification covers Phases 1 and 2 of the Northern Development Area. On a 2P […]

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Transport technology group Tracsis has moved into the German public transport market with the acquisition of Vesputi GmbH, a digital ticketing technology provider based in Germany. The deal centres on Mobilitybox, Vesputi’s ticketing platform launched in 2022, which connects public transport operators with consumers via third-party apps and websites. The business generates revenue through transaction […]

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Automated forex trading has come a long way, but MetaTrader 4 expert advisors are still everywhere. Even as newer tech and platforms pop up, traders keep coming back to them. Here’s why. Look at any modern financial market, automation is baked in. Whether it’s a big hedge fund or just someone trading from home, algorithms […]

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Topps Tiles shares slipped on Wednesday after the flooring specialists reported slowing sales amid difficult market conditions. The group said it is outperforming a weak home improvement market but has moved to cut costs, announcing the closure of 23 underperforming stores as it prioritises margin over top-line growth. But this wasn’t enough to spark enthusiasm […]

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Global stocks surged higher on Wednesday as investors reacted to signals from Donald Trump that the war in the Middle East would end. Trump has given a 2-3 week timeline for ceasing military operations in Iran. As we all know, anything the US President says should be taken with a tanker of salt, but his […]

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Filtronic has landed a fresh contract with a major European defense prime, extending its relationship with the customer into an entirely new business unit. The initial contract is worth £0.4 million and is scheduled for delivery in FY2027, covering the design, development, and supply of a new wide-bandwidth solution. Filtronic said the deal is a […]

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Berkeley Group has issued a strategy and trading update, warning that recent global instability has snuffed out the early signs of a market recovery it had begun to see at the start of the year. The builder is starting to feel the pressure of a housing market slowdown and has provided an update on plans […]

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In this episode, we sit down with Alexander Selegenev, Executive Director of TMT Investments, the AIM-listed venture capital firm focused on high-growth technology companies across AI, software, and fintech. Alexander opens with an introduction to TMT’s business and investment philosophy, then walks us through the firm’s strategy and thesis in detail. We explore how TMT […]

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RC Fornax has had a tough start to life as a publicly traded company, with poor sales and management issues driving shares down by 75% since its IPO in early 2025. But today’s update shows the firm may be heading in the right direction. The defence engineering consultancy has reported a sharp pickup in order […]

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The FTSE 100 surged again on Tuesday after Donald Trump suggested he would end the war without reopening the Strait of Hormuz. London-listed stocks jumped on the news, with the FTSE 100 trading above 10,200 in early trade. Oil prices slipped on the news, but Brent still remained above $110 per barrel. Donald Trump’s comments […]

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BRCK Group has rebuffed a takeover approach from US private equity firm Atlas Holdings, saying the indicative 65 pence per share cash proposal put to the board in March fundamentally undervalues the business. Atlas made its first unsolicited, non-binding approach in February, prompting BRCK’s board to engage under NDA to assess whether a recommendable offer […]

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GenIP has issued a bullish commercial update, pointing to continued order flow across the US, Asia and other key markets as it heads into 2026 on the back of around 330% revenue growth in FY25. Asia has been a major strength for the group, growing by roughly 3,500% year on year and now accounting for […]

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The FTSE 100’s commodity sectors helped drive outperformance on Monday as Donald Trump threatened to seize Iran’s key oil hub on Kharg Island. London’s leading index was 0.9% higher, at 10,062, at the time of writing, as oil traded above $115 and metal prices rose. The German DAX was just 0.3% higher. “Market nervousness around […]

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Halo Minerals shares sank on its AIM debut today, after raising £4 million at 18p per share to advance a copper extraction project targeting legacy mining waste in northern Chile. The company began trading under the ticker HALO with a market cap of around £20 million before shares sank around 26% to trade at 13.25p, […]

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Greatland Resources has delivered a major upgrade to its Telfer gold-copper project in Western Australia, with the mineral resource growing 150% to 8.0 million ounces, adding 4.8 million ounces. The update, based on around 134,000 metres of drilling completed during 2025, also saw the higher-confidence Measured and Indicated category surge 163% to 3.8 million ounces, […]

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Afentra is on the verge of spudding its first well offshore Angola after securing access to a rig under contract to state oil company Sonangol, accelerating its planned 2026 drilling programme on Block 3/05. The AIM-listed company has signed a commercial agreement with Sonangol to use the Borr Grid jackup rig, with the Pacassa SW […]

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Boohoo group, which is rebranding around the Debenhams name, has delivered adjusted EBITDA of £53 million for the year to 28 February 2026, comfortably ahead of the £50 million it had previously guided and up 36% on the prior year. The improvement was driven largely by the second half, where adjusted EBITDA surged 76% year-on-year, […]

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Dan Lane, lead analyst at Robinhood UK, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on markets, money, and the future of investing in Britain. We open with the big macro picture, examining what the latest volatility in the Middle East means for equities and how investors should think about interest rates and inflation in an uncertain […]

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The FTSE 100 sank on Friday after Trump’s decision to extend a deadline for strikes on Iranian power plants failed to steady markets. London’s leading index had started the session in positive territory, but gains quickly turned to losses, leaving the FTSE 100 0.7% in the red at the time of writing. Susannah Streeter, chief […]

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Polar Capital Technology Trust (PCT) has been one of the standout performers in the technology investment trust space over the past year.   For the trust’s financial year to date, its Net Asset Value (NAV) total return of 72% and share price return of 77% has outperformed its benchmark, the Dow Jones Global Technology Index, which has returned 40% over the same period (as at 27 February 2026, all figures in Sterling terms. The […]

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JPMorgan India Growth & Income (JIGI) is a “high conviction ideas” portfolio of Indian equities that aims to provide capital growth from Indian investments, while also paying an enhanced dividend totalling at least 4% of the NAV as at the end of the preceding financial year. Download the presentation slides.

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Seeing Machines has reported its results for the six months to 31 December 2025, with improving margins and strong automotive growth offsetting a planned decline in one-off engineering revenues. Adjusted revenue came in at $23.4m, down from $25.3m a year earlier, though the drop was largely expected as OEM revenue fell as non-recurring engineering fees […]

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Aberdeen New India Investment Trust PLC aims to achieving long-term capital appreciation by investing in high-quality companies based in India or those deriving significant revenue from India. The trust seeks out well-governed, world-class organisations that can deliver sustainable growth and withstand market volatility.  Download the presentation slides.

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ImmuPharma shares rose on Friday after providing an update on P140, its autoimmune technology platform, pointing to progress on three fronts: patents, supporting data, and a forthcoming scientific publication. The company has received its first Combined Search and Examination Report on a UK patent application for P140, filed in September 2025. Management describes the response […]

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Herald Investment Trust said it is still trying to reach a deal with activist investor Saba Capital but warned it will press ahead with a full tender offer near NAV if talks fail. The board confirmed it continues to seek a “mutually agreeable solution” that would give shareholders a choice of outcome. Failing that, it […]

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Avacta Group has raised £10 million through an oversubscribed placing and subscription, issuing 15.87 million new shares at 63p each, a discount of around 9.4% to the previous closing price. Today’s placing follows another fundraise in October that raised £16 million, also at 63p. The most recent £10 million fundraising was oversubscribed, with Zeus Capital […]

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The FTSE 100 fell on Thursday as fears of a drawn-out conflict set in, with conflicting messages from the US and Iran sending stocks lower and oil higher. Brent Crude was back above $100 at $107 while the FTSE 100 fell more than 1% to 9,970. Yesterday’s rally was abruptly sold into by traders on […]

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Next shares rose on Thursday after the retailer once again defied the gloom surrounding the UK economy, with international sales growth matching the UK on a cash basis. Next reported another strong year with group pre-tax profits of £1.158bn, up 14.5%, while earnings per share surged 17%, beating its own guidance by £8m thanks to […]

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Capita has agreed to sell its private sector contact centre business to Inspirit Capital for the nominal sum of £1, as the outsourcing group continues its push to simplify operations and focus on public services and pensions. The business being sold generated adjusted revenue of £398.1m in 2025 but ran at an adjusted operating loss […]

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Strategic Minerals has delivered a major upgrade to its Redmoor tungsten-tin-copper project in Cornwall, with an updated resource estimate showing a 49% increase in tonnage to 17.4 million tonnes. The new estimate, completed to JORC (2012) standards, grades at 0.65% tungsten trioxide equivalent and contains 85.8 thousand tonnes of tungsten trioxide, 29 thousand tonnes of […]

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Helium One said its Galactica-Pegasus helium development project in Colorado has completed the first stage of its development campaign, with six wells now tied into the Pinon Canyon facility and initial helium sales agreed. The AIM-listed explorer, which holds a 50% working interest in the project, provided the update following an announcement from operator Blue […]

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Ethernity Networks shares surged on Wednesday after announcing it is generating ongoing revenue from its Tier-1 US defence and aerospace customer, with additional work now expected to bring in between $0.8m and $1.0m across the current financial year. Ethernity Networks shares were 44% higher at the time of writing. The AIM-listed data processing semiconductor specialist […]

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The FTSE 100 rose on Wednesday amid hopes the end of the Middle East conflict was in sight as Donald Trump talked up his efforts to secure a truce with Iran.  There was a definite risk-on tone to trading on Wednesday as oil prices retreated and the FTSE 100 moved over 1% higher.  Whether the […]

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UK inflation remained steady at 3% in February as food prices eased, providing consumers with some respite amid the cost-of-living crisis. Although this data covers the period before the US and Israel attacked Iran, it does provide insight into the underlying drivers of inflation that could persist in the months ahead. “UK inflation held at […]

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ASOS has reported a sharp improvement in profitability in the first half of its financial year, with adjusted EBITDA rising roughly 50% year-on-year despite headwinds from US tariffs. The online fashion retailer said gross merchandise value fell 9% over the six months to 1 March 2026, but there have been signs of improvement, with GMV […]

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Crest Nicholson said it has seen a sustained pickup in sales since mid-January, shaking off the weak trading conditions that dogged the second half of last year. In a short and sweet trading update released ahead of its AGM today, the mid-cap housebuilder said its open-market sales rate, excluding bulk deals, hit 0.64 per outlet […]

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The FTSE 100 fluctuated between positive and negative territory on Tuesday as investors tried to make sense of the messaging around the Middle East conflict. It was a much quieter affair on Tuesday after London’s leading index surged 300 points in minutes on Monday. But trading remained choppy, with the FTSE 100 giving up around […]

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Kingfisher posted a solid set of full-year results for the 12 months to 31 January 2026, with adjusted pre-tax profit rising 6% to £560m on the back of volume-led like-for-like sales growth of 1.4%. Today’s figures demonstrated progress toward the group’s goals to transform the business by opening digital channels and focusing more on trade. […]

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Distil, the AIM-listed owner of RedLeg Spiced Rum and Blackwoods Gin, has issued a trading update warning that full-year revenue to 31 March 2026 will be materially below market expectations, with losses set to be larger than forecast. The real issue is that slowing sales has created, as the board described, an immediate short-term funding […]

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Bellway shares slipped on Tuesday after a relatively robust interim update was overshadowed by a slowdown in post-period trading activity. The housebuilder completed 4,702 homes in the six months to 31 January 2026, up 2.7% on the same period last year. The average selling price rose to £322,180 from £310,581. As a result, underlying operating […]

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Fever-Tree Drinks has reported a 4% increase in brand revenue at constant currency for the year to 31 December 2025, with momentum picking up in the second half as growth accelerated to 5%. Total adjusted Fever-Tree revenue came in at £372.7m, up 2% on a reported basis, with the US leading the way at 6% […]

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The FTSE 100 surged 300 points in minutes on Monday after Donald Trump said that he had ordered the Department of War to hold off striking power facilities after ‘constructive’ talks with Iran. London’s leading index was down over 2% before Trump posted on social media that the US would postpone attacks on Iranian power […]

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Spire Healthcare (LSE: SPI) has confirmed that talks with both Bridgepoint and Triton over a possible takeover have collapsed, narrowing the field of bidders in what has been a drawn-out strategic review. The private hospital operator said that conversations with the two private equity firms have ended, but noted that the board remains in discussions […]

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Cohort has announced that its Australian subsidiary EM Solutions has secured an AU$21.7m (circa £11.5m) contract to supply satellite communications terminals to the Portuguese Navy. The deal covers delivery of EM Solutions’ Cobra and King Cobra terminals for the mid-life upgrade of Portugal’s Vasco da Gama-class frigates alongside a number of new-build programmes, with deliveries […]

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Applied Nutrition shares fell on Monday after confirming a bumper first half, with revenue up 57% to £74.5m and adjusted EBITDA rising 56% to £21.5m, but signalled that the second half will be materially softer as it navigates a more front-loaded trading pattern and disruption in the Middle East. As a result, the FTSE 250 […]

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Metals One has outlined progress in its push to build a vertically integrated gold business in South Africa through Lions Bay Resources (LBR), the joint venture vehicle it shares with TSX-V-listed Lions Bay Capital and the Salamander Mining management team. The company has advanced the full US$1.8m in convertible loan notes to LBR, which it […]

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The FTSE 100 whipsawed on Friday as investors were pulled pillar to post by mixed comments on the targeting of energy assets in the Middle East conflict. It appears Donald Trump has drawn a red line in the conflict by telling Israel not to attack oil assets as energy prices soar and threaten a period […]

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Temple Bar Investment Trust, the investment trust that focuses on intrinsic value and long-term growth by investing primarily in UK-listed securities, has today announced annual results for the year ended 31 December 2025. The trust delivered a net asset value total return of 33.9% over the year, way ahead of its benchmark FTSE All-Share Index, […]

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The Works shares surged on Friday after it announced it had shut down its online shop with immediate effect, declaring the loss-making channel “no longer sustainable” after years of problems with third-party fulfilment partners. Shares were 19% higher at the time of writing. The value retailer, which sells books, arts and crafts supplies, stationery and […]

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J D Wetherspoon posted a sharp drop in half-year profits despite healthy sales growth, as rising wages, repair bills, and business rates ravaged margins. Revenue for the 26 weeks to 25 January 2026 rose 5.7% to £1,088 million, with like-for-like sales up 4.8 per cent. Bar sales climbied 7%, while food edged up 1.3% nd […]

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The FTSE 100 sank on Thursday as investors reacted to soaring oil prices after major oil and gas fields were struck in the Middle East, signalling a dangerous escalation in the conflict. London’s leading index tumbled 1.9% as both sides targeted major oil and gas fields and increased fears of a substantial shock to global […]

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Strategic Minerals has raised £4.7 million through a direct share subscription to accelerate development of its Redmoor tungsten-tin-copper project in Cornwall. The AIM-listed company issued 134.3 million new ordinary shares at 3.5 pence each, representing a 16.7% discount to the closing mid-market price on 18 March. The company says the placing was conducted after a […]

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IG Group has reported record full-year revenue of £1.12 billion, up 7 per cent, as the online trading platform continued to attract new customers at a pace. Net trading revenue rose 10 per cent to just over £1 billion. However, EBITDA margins dipped to 47.3 per cent from 49.9% a year earlier, with the group […]

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BP has agreed to sell its Gelsenkirchen refinery and related businesses to Klesch Group, an independent European refiner, in a deal that has enabled the oil major to increase its cost-reduction target by around $1 billion. The disposal is the latest step in BP’s drive to simplify its portfolio and sharpen its downstream focus amid […]

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The FTSE 100 gained on Wednesday and looked set to extend its winning streak to a third day as energy prices showed further signs of stabilisation. London’s leading index was comfortably above 10,400 at 10,431 at the time of writing. “Talk of a deal between Iraq and Turkey to restart oil supplies has helped to […]

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Jeremy Naylor sits down with NB Private Equity Fund Manager Luke Mason to discuss the Neuberger Berman-managed Investment Trust. NB Private Equity Partners is a London-listed investment trust managed by Neuberger Berman that invests directly in a portfolio of around 90 private companies, primarily in the US. The trust co-invests alongside top-tier private equity managers […]

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More UK homeowners are turning to their property’s equity when they need substantial funding for major life decisions. Situations such as debt consolidation, large-scale renovations or covering unexpected expenses often require access to higher borrowing limits than unsecured credit can provide. In this context, secured loans UK have become an established option for individuals who […]

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Moonpig Group has confirmed it remains on track to hit full-year expectations and announced a new share buyback programme worth up to £65 million. The group said it expects to deliver mid-single digit percentage growth in adjusted EBITDA for the year ending 30 April 2026, in line with previous guidance. Adjusted earnings per share growth […]

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Diploma has issued a significant upgrade to its full-year forecasts, raising organic revenue growth expectations to 9 per cent from 6 per cent and lifting its operating margin guidance to around 25%, up from 22.5%. The upgrade represents a roughly 13% increase to consensus operating profit. The news was cheered by investors, and shares rose […]

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AJ Bell has set out five ways investors can implement to reduce the cost of investing through an ISA to ensure you keep more of your savings and investments. The savings can be significant. Charlene Young, senior pensions and savings expert at AJ Bell, highlighted the dramatic impact small changes to ISA costs can have […]

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The UK technology sector continues to attract significant venture capital and private investment. Mobile technology plays a central role in this growth, particularly platforms built on Android. With Android devices representing the majority of global smartphone usage, companies building Android-based services gain immediate access to a broad user base. For investors, this scale directly affects […]

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Several UK cities have become prime investment hubs for those looking to purchase properties outside of London. This is due to several factors, such as regional and population growth in the North, increased investment in infrastructure, and increasing job opportunities.   While London still has strong demand, affordability has become a key motivator for property investment in 2026.   […]

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The resilience of the FTSE 100 was on show again on Tuesday, as London’s leading index carved out minor gains despite persistent concerns over the conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices remained above $100 on Tuesday, but traders seem to believe the war in Iran won’t last long enough to have a major impact […]

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IP Group, the London-listed science and technology investor, swung back into profit in 2025 as the value of its stake in Pfizer’s obesity drug pipeline helped drive a 13% rise in net asset value per share to 110.4p. The results underscore the significant value in IP Group shares, which are trading at about a 50% […]

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Travis Perkins, the UK’s largest building materials distributor, reported a drop in full-year profits as tough trading conditions continued to weigh on its core merchanting business, though a much-improved balance sheet and strong progress at Toolstation provided some bright spots. But investors will ultimately look at the wider economy and weak trading conditions and wonder […]

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Nebius Group has secured an AI infrastructure supply agreement with Meta worth up to $27 billion over five years, marking one of the largest cloud computing contracts announced this year. Under the deal, Nebius will provide $12 billion of dedicated computing capacity across multiple locations, built on one of the first large-scale deployments of Nvidia’s […]

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Tekcapital portfolio company Guident has taken one step closer towards its IPO with an updated S-1 filing with the SEC. There still isn’t a firm date for the autonomous vehicle company’s NASDAQ listing, but the updated filing suggests the wheels are in motion. Many NASDAQ IPO have been delayed in recent months due to the […]

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The FTSE 100 was higher on Monday, with oil companies providing support for the index as Brent Crude traded above the $100 mark London’s leading index was 0.4% higher at 10,310 at the time of writing. “The FTSE 100 ticked higher at the start of the week as its material weighting towards energy continued to […]

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Wishbone Gold has reported results from its 2025 drilling campaign at the Red Setter project in Western Australia’s Paterson Province, confirming gold and copper mineralisation along a roughly 4km stretch of the Red Setter diorite trend. The project sits alongside world-class gold assets, just 20km south-west of Greatland Gold’s Telfer mine and 50km east of […]

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SEGRO has taken steps forward in its 2.5GW-plus data centre programme, signing a new powered shell pre-let at its Slough Trading Estate and securing planning committee approval for a fully fitted facility in West London. The Slough deal will see SEGRO develop a 30,000 sq m powered shell data centre for an existing customer at […]

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Majestic Corporation is nearing the launch of a catalytic converter marketplace app as it looks to broaden its digital footprint and deepen relationships within the metals and e-waste recycling industry. Urban miner Majestic said it is in the final stages of developing a beta version of a mobile app that allows suppliers and buyers to […]

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The FTSE 100 reversed early losses on Friday as investors shrugged off strikes in the Middle East and disappointing UK economic data. London’s leading index was up 0.3% at the time of writing. Ongoing fears about oil and UK growth hit markets early on Friday, but the index rallied 100 points off the lows as […]

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Cadence Minerals has provided an update on its flagship Amapá iron ore project in Brazil, noting that it has completed detailed engineering studies at the Azteca plant, and says early refurbishment works are set to begin this month. The AIM-listed company said an active procurement and mobilisation package is now in place, with critical refurbishment […]

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Thruvision has won a $0.6 million (£0.4 million) contract to supply five of its 81-Series walk-through screening systems to Orlando International Airport, with delivery expected by the end of this month. The systems, ordered by the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, will be used for aviation worker screening and feature a new battery-powered base designed for […]

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Berkeley Group has confirmed its pre-tax profit target of £450 million for the current financial year, with a similar level expected for FY27, alongside a net cash position of around £300 million. Like most of its peers, the housebuilder said trading conditions over the four months to the end of February remained difficult. Being focused […]

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The FTSE 100 was on the back foot again on Thursday after oil prices breached the $100 mark in Asian trading overnight. Despite the IEA ordering the release of 400 million barrels of oil to help bring prices down, traders couldn’t ignore the risk that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed for an extended […]

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On the Beach Group shares fell on Thursday after the holiday booking site revealed the impact of the war in the Middle East on trading since 1st March. The firm has temporarily suspended its full-year profit guidance after experiencing a significant slowdown in bookings since the start of March, triggered by the escalation of conflict […]

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Shearwater Group has announced a £1.3 million contract win for its subsidiary Brookcourt Solutions with a major UK telecommunications provider. Brookcourt will supply and install an advanced network monitoring solution designed to give the telco greater visibility across its infrastructure. The deployment will allow the provider to monitor performance proactively and catch potential issues before […]

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Oil prices were on the rise on Thursday despite the IEA ordering the release of 400 million barrels of reserves onto the market. The IEA oil reserve release was one of the very few tools available to stabilise oil markets. And it doesn’t seem to have had the desired effect. Brent Crude rose above $100 […]

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Nvidia has announced a $2 billion investment in Nebius Group, the Nasdaq-listed ‘neocloud’ firm, as part of a strategic partnership aimed at developing hyperscale cloud infrastructure for the artificial intelligence market. Nebius was included among UK Investor Magazine’s Top 20 Stock Picks for 2026, and despite a rocky start to the year for AI stocks, Nebius […]

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The FTSE 100 slipped on Wednesday as investors fretted over developments in the Strait of Hormuz and private credit, while digesting mixed corporate updates.  London’s leading index was down around 0.6% at the time of writing as investors assessed the implications of Iran potentially deploying mines in the Strait of Hormuz and what it means […]

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Kraken Robotics, Nauticus Robotics, and Infleqtion are among the companies developing autonomous underwater vehicles, advanced sonar, and quantum navigation systems purpose-built for the kind of mine countermeasures that may soon be needed in the Persian Gulf. Reports by CNN overnight suggest that Iran has begun deploying naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow […]

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ITM Power has confirmed that the 20MW notice to proceed announced in February relates to MorGen Energy’s West Wales Hydrogen project in Milford Haven, which has now reached final investment decision (FID). The company tends to make very short announcements on project updates, but today’s news should certainly be encouraging for investors with the MorGen […]

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Nichols, the soft drinks group behind the Vimto brand, has reported a 7% rise in adjusted pre-tax profit to £33.6m for the year to 31 December 2025, as strategic changes across its business fed through to improved margins. Group revenue edged up 1.3% to £175.1m, but underlying performance was strong as the group took control […]

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The FTSE 100 surged on Tuesday after Donald Trump hinted that the war in the Middle East could end sooner than many had first feared by saying the war was ‘very complete, pretty much’. The US President’s comments to the US press sent oil prices into freefall yesterday evening and, remarkably, oil traded at a […]

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In this article, we look at IAG, Rolls-Royce, and Ibstock as three shares that could warrant being added to a watchlist following recent market volatility stemming from the war in the Middle East. IAG IAG is an obvious choice. The airline was hit by concerns about grounded flights and rising oil prices, and followed the […]

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Persimmon unveiled an impressive set of full-year results on Tuesday, underpinned by strong revenue growth and rising completions. Despite a challenging economic backdrop, Persimmon reported a 12% increase in completions to 11,905 new homes and an underlying pre-tax profit of £445.6m, up 13%. Persimmon shares were 8% higher at the time of writing. New housing […]

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Concurrent Technologies has unveiled a new family of rugged embedded computing cards built on Intel’s newly announced Core Ultra Processor architecture, targeting defence, aerospace, and critical infrastructure applications. The four new products, launched alongside the debut of Intel’s Panther Lake chipset, are designed to handle demanding workloads, including mission computing, sensor processing, AI-assisted edge analytics, […]

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The FTSE 100 tumbled on Monday as oil prices soared above $100 to the highest level since 2022, raising fears of interest rate hikes and possible stagflation. Much of last week’s discussion centered on the implications of an oil price above $100 for the global economy and financial markets. Oil crept higher last week but […]

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AIM-listed Phoenix Copper has dismissed its executive chairman, Marcus Edwards-Jones, and chief financial officer, Richard Wilkins, with immediate effect, following an internal investigation into their conduct. The probe found that approximately $1.765 million in payments were made between 2016 and 2025 to Lloyd Edwards-Jones S.A.S., a corporate finance advisory firm owned by Edwards-Jones. The payments, […]

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UK-based AI infrastructure company Nscale has secured $2 billion in Series C funding, valuing the business at $14.6 billion. The round was led by Aker ASA and 8090 Industries, with backing from a heavyweight roster of investors including Citadel, Dell, Jane Street, Lenovo, Nokia, NVIDIA, and Point72. Nscale, which builds vertically integrated AI infrastructure spanning […]

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Oil prices surged on Monday after Iran named a new supreme leader, and the Strait of Hormuz remained closed, curtailing the transit of oil out of the Middle East. Both WTI and Brent oil were trading above $100 at the time of writing on Monday, after the benchmarks soared through the psychological $100 mark overnight […]

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With the war in the Middle East showing no sign of resolution, the FTSE 100 gave up early gains on Friday as surging oil prices stoked inflation fears. As we saw yesterday, early FTSE 100 gains can very quickly turn to losses, and the index fell from highs of 10,476 to 10,358 at the time of […]

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New Frontier Minerals shares sank on Friday after the first drilling programme at Harts Range in the Northern Territory failed to identify significant grades of rare earth elements, despite REEs being the project’s primary target. There was a presence of tungsten, but this wasn’t enough to stop shares from cratering 40%. The scout RC programme […]

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IMI shares rose on Friday after the FTSE 100 flow control specialist announced steady revenue growth, a healthy increase in profits, and a fresh buyback. The firm reported its fifth consecutive year of mid-single-digit organic revenue growth as the engineering group continued to grind out growth for shareholders who will be pleased to see a […]

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Various Eateries has agreed to acquire a portfolio of four premium pubs with rooms from Grosvenor Pubs and Inns for £11.25 million, with a fifth site potentially to follow. The AIM-listed hospitality group expects to complete the purchase of Wild Thyme & Honey in the Cotswolds, The Hare & Hounds in Berkshire, The Stag on […]

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In this episode, we sit down with Geoff Robertson, CEO of MediaZest, to discuss the company’s accelerating momentum after a strong period of revenue growth and its swing to profitability. Geoff talks us through the business model, its focus on recurring revenues, and what sets MediaZest apart in the digital signage and in-store media market. […]

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The FTSE 100 looked set to post another second straight day of gains on Thursday as investors assessed the latest developments in the Middle East while corporate earnings provided a boost. London’s leading index was 0.4% higher at the time of writing.  Although today’s rally, driven by a strong overnight session in the US, will […]

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Bloomsbury Publishing expects profits for the year ending February 2027 to be materially ahead of market expectations after bestselling author Sarah J. Maas confirmed two new novels in her A Court of Thorns and Roses series will be published within 11 weeks of each other, on 27 October 2026 and 12 January 2027. This is […]

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ITV shares rose on Thursday after the broadcast and studios group beat expectations, with strong performance in its studio business helping offset weakness in advertising. ITV Studios enoyed 10% growth in external revenue driven by strong demand from global streaming platforms. Its content library business, Zoo 55, achieved double-digit revenue growth through digital distribution. Studios’ […]

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Taylor Wimpey reported a robust set of full-year results for 2025, with group completions rising 6% to 11,229 homes and revenue climbing 13% to £3,844.6 million, driven by higher volumes, improved average selling prices, and land sales. However, profit for the year fell sharply to £100.4 million from £219.6 million in 2024, a drop of […]

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Helium One Global (AIM: HE1) has provided an update on its Galactica-Pegasus helium development project in Colorado, in which it holds a 50% working interest. Operator Blue Star Helium has confirmed that the Pinon Canyon Plant has reached a significant commercial milestone, with refined helium now being loaded into a tube trailer for sale under […]

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With the end of the tax year on the horizon, Paul Angell, head of investment research at AJ Bell, has picked out eight funds and trusts suited to different risk appetites that may be worth a look during ISA season and beyond. AJ Bell’s selection covers a broad range of geographies and strategies, ranging from […]

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The FTSE 100 showed signs of much-appreciated stabilisation on Wednesday after posting one of the worst days since liberation day on Tuesday. London’s leading index was 0.7% higher at the time of writing, having staged a 100-point rally from lows around 10,450 to 10,560 intraday. “If yesterday was capitulation, today is investors catching their breath,” […]

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Vistry shares sank on Wednesday after the partnerships-focused housebuilder posted a dismal set of 2025 results, packed full of reasons for investors to dump the shares. Falling revenues, slowing completions, and faltering demand under the partnerships model all lead to Vistry shares opening down around 20% on Wednesday before the price recovered marginally. Total completions […]

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SRT Marine Systems has signed a $261m contract with a new sovereign customer to supply a national maritime domain awareness system, significantly exceeding the roughly $200m expected value of the contract award when it was first announced in September 2025. The formal signing took place at the customer’s premises with senior representatives from the client, […]

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Dotdigital Group has acquired Alia Software, a New York-based AI-powered pop-up and list-growth tool built for Shopify merchants, in a cash deal worth up to $60m. The initial consideration is $30m, with a further $30m in contingent payments over two years tied to Alia hitting growth and margin targets. The deal is being funded from […]

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On 29 January 2026, Ian Lance presented an update on Temple Bar’s progress at a webinar organised by Frostrow Capital. A recording of this presentation is available below, with Ian providing an insight into how he and co-portfolio manager Nick Purves apply their disciplined valuation-focused, active investment approach, and the outcomes it has delivered for […]

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The FTSE 100 tumbled on Tuesday as oil prices rose amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, raising concerns about knock-on effects on growth. There was almost a sense of complacency in markets yesterday, with the FTSE 100 making measured declines and the S&P 500 closing marginally positive. However, developments overnight have served as […]

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Oil and gas prices rose on Tuesday after the Iranian Revolutionary Guard threatened to set fire to any ships attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. With the Strait of Hormuz accounting for around 20% to 30% of the world’s oil and gas transit, any prolonged disruption to transit could have a deep impact […]

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Greggs has reported a fairly respectable set of full-year results, growing total sales 6.8% to £2.15 billion in the 52 weeks to 27 December 2025, though profits came under pressure as higher costs and cautious consumer spending took their toll. Greggs shares fell on Tuesday as the firm said like-for-like sales in company-managed shops rose […]

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CyanConnode Holdings has confirmed its board would unanimously recommend a revised takeover proposal from Esyasoft Holding, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-listed International Holding Company, after the offer price was bumped to 10.44p per share from the original 9.75p tabled in February. The improved all-cash proposal values the AIM-listed smart metering firm at £37.5 million and […]

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Helix Exploration, the Montana-focused helium explorer and developer, has completed a placing of 8.8 million new shares at 25p each, raising gross proceeds of approximately £2.2 million. The placing was conducted at a discount of 19% to last night’s closing share price. The fundraise, conducted via an accelerated bookbuild with Hannam & Partners acting as […]

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MicroSalt, the AIM-listed salt technology company, has passed a significant milestone after more than one billion servings of its reduced-sodium salt were consumed worldwide. MicroSalt, which produces a natural salt delivering full flavour with roughly 50% less sodium, said the figure underscores the growing industrial-scale adoption of its products across multiple categories and geographies. The […]

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The FTSE 100 fell on Monday as investors scrambled to realign portfolios in the wake of the US-Iran conflict that began on Saturday and showed little sign of abating as the trading week got underway. London’s high weighting towards oil majors and the defensive sectors meant the FTSE 100 fared better than some European indices […]

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Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just another tech buzzword in trading circles anymore. It’s quickly turning into the driving force behind smarter, quicker and more flexible automated forex strategies. Both retail and institutional traders are starting to rethink how they approach the currency markets. The foreign exchange market has always been about speed and precision. With […]

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Retail FX used to feel like a different sport from the one banks and hedge funds played. Same market, different tools. Institutional desks leaned on systematic execution, tight controls, and repeatable processes. Retail traders relied on screens, judgement, and a handful of indicators. That gap has started to close. Intelligent Forex software now packages parts […]

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Oil prices surged 10% on Monday as traders reacted to the war in the Middle East and the potential for significant supply disruption from routes that account for around 20% of the world’s oil supply. Brent Crude was trading 10% higher at $80.12 at the time of writing, while US WTI benchmark oil surged 9% […]

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Power Metal Resources, the AIM-listed exploration company and project incubator, has made a US$1.5 million strategic investment in Greyridge Exploration Corp, a Canadian firm exploring for copper and gold in Saudi Arabia. The deal gives Power Metal an initial 4.6% stake in Greyridge, which forms part of a broader financing round of up to US$10 […]

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Bunzl shares were fairly steady on Monday after the FTSE 100 distribution and services group reported a dip in profits for 2025, delivered in line with revised expectations. Revenue edged up 0.6% to £11.85 billion, or 3.0% at constant exchange rates, with acquisitions doing the heavy lifting. Organic growth was modest at 0.4% for the […]

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In this episode, we sit down with Kealan Doyle, CEO of award-winning EIS fund manager Symvan Capital, to explore how the firm identifies and backs disruptive early-stage technology businesses. Kealan outlines Symvan’s focused approach to investing in early-stage UK technology companies, explains why the firm favours business-to-business models over consumer plays, and discusses how AI […]

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The FTSE 100 traded above 10,900 on Friday as the march towards 11,000 continued, with support from a rebound in mining stocks and Rightmove’s positive reaction to earnings. London’s leading index was trading at 10,894 at the time of writing, up 0.4%. “The FTSE 100 is now less than 1% away from hitting 11,000, suggesting […]

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Senior shares soared on Friday after the company announced it is in discussions with multiple potential buyers following a series of all-cash takeover proposals. Shares were 18% at the time of writing. The engineering group first received a preliminary bid in January 2026, which the board unanimously rejected as fundamentally undervaluing the company. Two further […]

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Reading through full-year results, one has to wonder why the market has been so concerned about the impact of AI on Rightmove. It almost seems a little unfair. Rightmove remains the UK’s number 1 property portal and is producing steady revenue and profit growth amid the launch of new AI-powered services as part of a […]

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Aberdeen Asia Focus PLC is a closed-end investment company listed on the London Stock Exchange. The company focuses on identifying and investing in well-managed smaller companies across Asia (excluding Japan) that they believe demonstrate strong growth potential. Download the presentation slides.

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Vietnam Holding (VNH) invests in high-growth companies in Vietnam, focusing on domestic consumption, industrialisation and urbanisation. Launched in 2006, VNH is a closed-end fund listed on the London Stock Exchange. Download the presentation slides.

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JPMorgan Global Growth & Income plc (JGGI) aims to provide superior total returns and outperform the MSCI All Country World Index over the long-term by investing in companies based around the world.  The manager is focused on building a high conviction portfolio of typically 50 – 90 stocks, drawing on an investment process underpinned by […]

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International Airlines Group delivered its strongest-ever financial performance in 2025, with operating profit surging 13.1% to over €5 billion as robust demand for air travel and an ongoing transformation programme continued to bear fruit. Revenue at the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and Vueling rose 3.5% to €33.2 billion, while adjusted earnings […]

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The FTSE 100 scaled fresh record highs on Thursday and edged towards 11,000 as corporate earnings lifted the index. It was another busy day for FTSE 100 earnings updates on Thursday, with Rolls-Royce, Howden Joinery, London Stock Exchange Group, and Hikma reporting results. The balance of Thursday’s earnings updated was positive, and London’s leading index […]

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Symvan Capital, a leading UK venture capital firm specialising in EIS and SEIS funding for high-growth technology companies, reinforces its strategic commitment to investing in AI directly supporting Minister Kanishka Narayan’s initiative to position the UK as a global leader in artificial intelligence.  The commitment comes at a pivotal moment for the UK’s AI sector, with AI investment predicted to […]

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Rolls-Royce Holdings has delivered an outstanding set of full-year results for 2025, with underlying operating profit jumping 40% to £3.5bn and margins climbing to 17.3%, up from 13.8% a year earlier. Rolls-Royce is the gift that keeps on giving for investors who are being rewarded for ongoing operational strength and top-line growth. Shares powered higher […]

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Howden Joinery shares jumped on Thursday as the kitchen specialist impressed with strong 2025 results. Shares rose 9% as the group’s revenue rose 4.1% to £2.42bn and pre-tax profit climbing 5.1% to £344.9m, as the kitchen specialist continued to take market share despite a sluggish backdrop for the wider UK kitchen market. UK revenue, which […]

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Ocado Group has reported a sharp increase in profitability for the 52 weeks ended 30 November 2025, with group revenue rising 12.1% to £1.36 billion and adjusted EBITDA climbing 59% to £178 million. Notably, the online grocer and technology business said it expects to turn cash flow positive during the second half of the current […]

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Nvidia has smashed Q4 earnings estimates and wowed markets with bumper Q1 2026 guidance that will go a long way to increasing confidence in the longevity of the AI trade. There was a lot hinging on Nvidia’s earnings. A soft set of results could have unleashed a wave of volatility through equity markets as investors […]

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The FTSE 100 surged on Wednesday, scaling fresh record highs, as rising metals prices and strong corporate results propelled the index higher. Strong results from HSBC played a leading role, pushing the index to 10,788 before fading back to 10,781 as of the time of writing. “The FTSE 100 resumed its upward charge after well-received […]

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Swedish growth investor Verdane has agreed a recommended cash deal to take Augmentum Fintech private at 111p per share, valuing the London-listed fintech fund at approximately £185.7 million. Augmentum Fintech has several leading UK Fintechs in its portfolio, including Tide, Zopa, and Iwoca, but the vehicle has struggled to narrow the deep discount to the […]

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Diageo’s results were never going to make for good reading, and they weren’t. They confirmed that key markets of China the US are still facing pressures, and there are few reasons to be optimistic. If one were to take the glass half full approach, one could point to reasonably stable sales growth in Europe, LATAM, […]

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EQTEC PLC has confirmed significant copper and gold potential at its Green Rock Project in Western Australia’s Ashburton Basin, following a comprehensive review of historical exploration data. The review identified high-grade surface mineralisation with historical grades reaching up to 46.7% copper and 5.31 g/t gold, associated with major structural features and dyke margins across the […]

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Diageo will report results on Wednesday and provide insight into how the drinks giant is navigating faltering demand in key markets amid changing consumer behaviors. Diageo shares have more than halved since their peak in 2022 as a series of setbacks in China, the US, and Africa have raised questions about the company’s growth prospects. […]

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Private investors now hold more than a quarter of all investment company shares, with their share climbing to 27%, worth £57 billion, according to a new report from the Association of Investment Companies (AIC). That’s up from 26% and £55 billion the year before, a measured but meaningful increase in the ownership of investment trusts […]

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The FTSE 100 was trading in the red on Tuesday after AI worries hit US stocks overnight, dragging the S&P 500 lower and hitting sentiment in Europe. The market is still showing signs of concern around the potential for AI disruption, evident in a sell-off in US financials overnight – the latest sector to be […]

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ConvaTec shares surged to the top of the FTSE 100 leaderboard on Tuesday after lifting its outlook amid strong earnings growth and a ‘rich innovation pipeline’. ConvaTec has reported a solid set of full-year results for 2025, with revenue rising 6.5% to $2,439m and adjusted operating profit climbing 12.1% to $544m. Adjusted diluted earnings per […]

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AIM-listed workspace technology provider essensys, has agreed to a recommended cash offer from essensys Bidco Limited, a newly formed vehicle backed by essensys founder and controlling shareholder Mark Furness. The offer values the company at approximately £11.3 million, with shareholders set to receive 17 pence per share in cash. That represents a premium of around […]

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Unite Group has agreed to sell St Pancras Way, a 571-bed student accommodation property in London, to the Unite UK Student Accommodation Fund (USAF) for £186 million. USAF is the largest specialist student accommodation fund in the UK, comprising around 28,000 beds across 68 properties in 19 university towns and cities. Unite holds a 28% […]

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The FTSE 100 recovered early losses on Monday as traders digested the latest volley of tariff threats by the US President. While tariff announcements still bring back memories of the fallout from Liberation Day last April, Trump’s propensity to ‘chicken out’ and not follow through on threats has meant the latest outburst was taken largely […]

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Cizzle Biotechnology shares jumped on Monday after announcing it had agreed a new payment schedule with its North American licensing partner Cizzle Bio Inc (BIO) that adds a further US$3.5m in guaranteed minimum royalty payments. The additional payments, equivalent to at least US$500,000 per year, will kick in when the current agreement is extended in […]

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Johnson Matthey has agreed to sell its Catalyst Technologies division to Honeywell for a reduced enterprise value of £1.325 billion, down from the original £1.8bn announced in May 2025, after weaker-than-expected performance in the business during 2025/26. The revised deal reflects what JM described as a “challenging market environment,” with deferred sustainable solutions licensing projects […]

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MONY Group, the owner of MoneySuperMarket, has reported record full-year results for 2025, with revenue rising 2% to a record £446.3m and adjusted EBITDA climbing 2% to a new high of £145.1m. The group delivered the results despite what it described as “significant headwinds” in car insurance, with growth driven by strong performances in its […]

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Helix Exploration has commenced gas production at its flagship Rudyard Project, becoming the first helium producer in the state of Montana. The company has connected three wells — Linda, Weil and Darwin — to the gathering system, providing initial throughput to the on-site PSA plant. A fourth well, Inez, will be integrated into production capacity […]

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The FTSE 100 had a spring in its step on Friday as UK economic data offered a rare opportunity to be optimistic about the domestic economy, boosting sentiment. Despite FTSE 100 companies earning most of their revenue overseas, an improved mood helped London’s leading index higher to 10,689. This would be a fresh record closing […]

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The Smarter Web Company has published its audited full-year results for the period ending 31st October 2025, which focus on the capital it raised last year, Bitcoin purchases, and what it is all worth now. The company raised substantial capital last year and invested it in Bitcoin, which has since fallen, making the firm’s financial […]

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An overwhelming majority of Franklin Global Trust (FRGT) shareholders have elected to roll their holdings into Invesco Global Equity Income Trust (IGET) under a proposed scheme of reconstruction and voluntary winding-up. The results, published on 19 February 2026, show that 96.3% of issued shares opted for the rollover. Just 3.7% chose the alternative: a full […]

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Inheritance tax (IHT) receipts hit £7.1 billion in the first ten months of the 2025/26 tax year, up £100 million on the same period last year, according to HMRC figures released today. The Office for Budget Responsibility has forecast full-year IHT receipts of £9.1 billion, and with two months of the tax year remaining, the […]

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The FTSE 100 fell victim to poor corporate updates on Thursday, driving a retreat from the record closing high notched up yesterday.  Nothing goes up in a straight line and disappointing results from Centrica and Rio Tinto ensured London’s leading index didn’t get a head of its self after storming session on Wednesday. The FTSE […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Adsure Services CFO Sarah Prescott to the podcast to discuss her new role as Group CFO and plans for the year ahead. Sarah Prescott joined Adsure Services as CFO at the turn of the year, and this podcast is focused on the opportunity Sarah sees ahead for […]

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Debenhams Group has closed an accelerated bookbuild raising gross proceeds of approximately £40 million, after investor demand significantly exceeded the initial £35 million target. The placing was significantly oversubscribed at an issue price of 18p per share, representing a 5% discount to the 17 February 2026 closing price of 19p. The placing price was around […]

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Centrica was one of the companies that benefited massively from surging fossil fuel prices as war erupted in Eastern Europe. Those days seem a long time ago now.  Shares fell 9% on Thursday after the group reported a 50% decline in operating profit in 2025 and the eradication of free cash flow as lower fuel […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Guident’s Michael Tessler to discuss the future of autonomous vehicle safety and his new role as an Independent Director of Guident.

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Omar Hamdi, the founder and CEO of Pathos Communications, to the podcast to discuss Pathos Communications’ recent IPO and future plans.

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The FTSE 10 surged through 10,600 on Wednesday as hopes of an interest rate cut swelled after UK inflation fell to 3%. Any doubt that the Bank of England would cut rates in March after yesterday’s poor UK jobs data has surely been extinguished by today’s inflation data, which leaves the voting committee little choice […]

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BAE Systems has posted record-breaking financial performance in 2025, with sales climbing 10% to £30.7bn and underlying earnings per share rising 12% to 75.2p, driven by strong demand across all its business sectors. It will come as no surprise that BAE Systems had a strong 2025, given heightened geopolitical risks and a push by governments […]

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Jeremy Naylor is joined by Fund Manager Ben Ritchie to discuss Dunedin Income Growth’s differentiated approach to growing a stable income. The Aberdeen managed Dunedin Income Growth Investment Trust has grown or maintained its dividend for over 40 years and currently yields a benchmark-beating 6.3%. Ben provides deep insight into their thinking around core portfolio […]

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NextEnergy Solar Fund has published its unaudited Net Asset Value and operational update for the quarter ended 31 December 2025, revealing a drop in NAV per share driven by weaker power price forecasts. But changing hands at 50p on Wednesday, the solar-focused investment trust still trades at a huge discount to NAV, despite falling to […]

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AFC Energy has received revised approval from the UK Environment Agency to export and sell low-carbon hydrogen produced at its pilot ammonia-cracking plant in Dunsfold, Surrey, thereby accelerating revenue generation by several months. The revised Research and Development permit reflects the company’s ability to produce ISO 14687 grade D hydrogen at 99.97% purity, in volume, […]

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Applied Nutrition has delivered a barnstorming first half, with revenues jumping 57% to £74.5 million as the sports nutrition and wellness brand reaps the rewards of its push into mainstream retail. Revenue, covering the six months to 31 January 2026, comfortably beat management expectations, with EBITDA also coming in ahead. The company has now upgraded […]

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After nearly closing at an all-time record high last night, the FTSE 100 extended gains on Tuesday, powered by a recovery in AI-ravaged shares and hopes of an interest rate cut in March.  In a clear demonstration of how the FTSE 100 is not a reflection of the UK economy, London’s leading index rose as […]

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Debenhams Group has confirmed plans for an approximately £35 million equity raise after being forced to respond to market speculation about a possible funding round. The AIM-listed online fashion platform, formerly known as Boohoo Group, said the proceeds would bolster liquidity and reshape its balance sheet, with the board targeting a net debt-to-adjusted EBITDA ratio […]

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Antofagasta shares were slightly weaker on Tuesday as traders reacted to the copper miner’s bumper 2025 results.  Results were nothing short of spectacular, and the 2% decline in early Tuesday trading was more a reflection of the stock’s rip-roaring rally over the past year than a sign of disappointment with the numbers. Antofagasta shares have […]

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UK unemployment rose to 5.2% in the three months to December 2025 as the impact of Labour’s economic policies hit the jobs market. The last quarter of 2025 saw UK economic activity flatline as businesses reacted to the uncertainty around the budget and associated tax increases. We now know this led to slower wage growth […]

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The FTSE 100 was marginally higher on Monday as UK stocks ticked gently higher, with US markets closed for Presidents’ Day and a lack of catalysts to move the needle. After touching highs around 10,490 in early trading on Monday, the FTSE 100 eased back to 10,470, up 0.2% on the day. “A strong showing […]

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Pinewood Technologies shares sank on Monday after Apax Partners confirmed it does not intend to make an offer for the company, citing challenging market conditions. Apax had reportedly been lining up a 500p-per-share offer for Pinewood. Pinewood shares sank 29% to 307p on Monday after Apax called off the takeover. Without actually spelling this out […]

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ITM Power shares rose on Monday after the company confirmed receipt of a Notice to Proceed for a 20MW project following the customer’s Final Investment Decision. Although the update didn’t specifically name a project, it could relate to the MorGen 20MW West Wales Hydrogen project in Milford Haven announced in August last year. ITM will […]

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Helium One Global is firing on all cylinders with positive news from its Tanzanian helium project, released today, following an encouraging update on its  Colorado-based Galactica project last week. The company has completed Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) testing at its ITW-1 well in the southern Rukwa Helium Project in Tanzania, delivering a significant increase in flow […]

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The FTSE 100 was broadly flat on Friday as investors assessed the latest wave of concerns about potential AI disruption that shook US stocks overnight. London’s leading index was slightly weaker at 10,389 at the time of writing. The selling that hit software stocks last week has spread from sector to sector this week, with […]

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Jeremy Naylor sits down with Nick Train, Manager of the Finsbury Growth & Income Trust, to delve into the portfolio and the trust’s focus on FTSE 100 AI beneficiaries. Find out more about Finsbury Growth & Income Trust here. After a challenging start to 2026 for a number of Finsbury Growth & Income Trust’s digitally […]

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NatWest Group has hiked its dividend after delivering a very respectable financial performance for 2025, with attributable profit climbing to £5.5 billion and earnings per share jumping 27% to 68.0 pence. The bank’s return on tangible equity hit 19.2%, whilst total income, excluding notable items, rose by £1.8 billion to £16.4 billion. Profit before tax […]

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Helix Exploration, the helium exploration and development company focused on the Montana Helium Fairway, will soon begin production at its flagship Rudyard project after resolving a minor technical issue that temporarily delayed production. The company identified a problem with the Variable Speed Drive (VSD) during the final commissioning stages. The issue has now been fixed, […]

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Anthropic, the operator of the Claude AI chatbot, has secured $30 billion in Series G funding, valuing the AI company at $380 billion post-money, in one of the largest financing rounds in technology history. The round was led by GIC and Coatue, with co-leads including D. E. Shaw Ventures, Dragoneer, Founders Fund, ICONIQ, and MGX. […]

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The FTSE 100 hit a fresh intraday record high on Thursday as markets shrugged off soft UK GDP data, and Schroders’ takeover helped lift the index. London’s leading index was trading 0.1% higher at 10,482 at the time of writing, after touching a high of 10,535. “The Footsie has scaled fresh heights, as demand for […]

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Thomas Moore, Manager of Aberdeen Equity Income Trust, and Iain Pyle, Manager of Shires Income, discuss the rationale, structure and shareholder implications surrounding the proposed combination of Aberdeen Equity Income Trust with Shires Income.

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Automation is really no longer a secondary aspect of the forex trading environment. Instead, it is changing the very nature of the marketplace, from the speed of execution to the real-time management of risk. The world is one of constant data flow and diminishing profit margins. The digital strategy is no longer a choice; it’s […]

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New ONS data showed that UK GDP growth for the fourth quarter remained at the painfully slow rate of just 0.1%, matching the third quarter. Growth of 0.1% during the period was weaker than the 0.2% economists expected. Slow growth won’t come as a surprise after the economy almost ground to a halt as businesses […]

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Headlines from Unilever’s full-year results were strong and show signs of improvement. Unilever delivered underlying sales growth of 3.5% in 2025, which accelerated to 4.2% in the fourth quarter, as the consumer goods giant completed its strategic transformation following the demerger of its Ice Cream business. However, revenue slipped 3.8% to €50.5 billion on a […]

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Schroders shares soared on Thursday after agreeing to a recommended £9.9 billion takeover by Nuveen, the asset management arm of US insurance giant TIAA. Under the terms of the transaction, Schroders shareholders will receive 590p per share in cash, plus permitted dividends of up to 22p. This represents a 29% premium to Tuesday’s closing price […]

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The FTSE 100 broke back above 10,400 on Wednesday as mining and banking stocks helped fuel a rally. London’s leading index was trading at 10,430 at the time of writing, with fresh all-time highs firmly in the sights of traders. “The FTSE 100 ticked higher on Wednesday, supported by gains in bank and resource stocks […]

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Eco Buildings Group has continued its global expansion with the agreement to establish a new Indonesian subsidiary, backed by $5 million from its local partner, Messrs Cooper & Accors. Eco Buildings is executing its global growth strategy at a pace, with the Indonesian operation adding to recently announced modular building projects in Senegal and Albania. […]

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AIM-listed private equity group CEPS has conditionally agreed to sell its subsidiary ICA Group to German-headquartered Certania Holding for a total consideration of £14 million. The disposal values ICA at an enterprise value of £30.45 million on a debt-free, cash-free basis, representing approximately 10 times the company’s FY25 unaudited adjusted EBITDA. CEPS will receive £12.74 […]

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Barratt Redrow said it delivered a ‘resilient performance in a subdued market’ during the 26-week period to 28 December, but the numbers just weren’t strong enough to convince investors, and shares fell 7% on Wednesday. The housebuilder completed 7,444 homes in the 26 weeks to 28 December 2025, up 4.7% on the aggregated comparable period. […]

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PZ Cussons has upgraded its full-year profit guidance after delivering 9.5% like-for-like revenue growth and a 50.5% surge in pre-tax profit during the first half. The group enjoyed a strong performance across most geographies and investors cheered the news with shares 10% higher at the time of writing. The personal care group saw particularly strong […]

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The FTSE 100 slipped on Tuesday as investors digested a raft of corporate updates from companies including Barclays, AstraZeneca, and BP. Results from some of the FTSE 100’s largest constituents were mixed, resulting in an index that was 0.3% lower at the time of writing.  Markets were also bracing for a volley of US economic […]

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Following a Corporate Update in January, GenIP has secured new customers across corporate and academic markets as the AI analytics firm expands its client base beyond its traditional academic channels. A Spanish innovation network serving approximately 12,000 businesses has adopted GenIP’s Invention Prioritizer product for portfolio management, while a US intellectual property consultancy has engaged […]

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Barclays shares rose on Tuesday after the bank released Q4 and full-year 2025 results that beat expectations and set the group up well for 2026. Group FY25 income increased 9% year-on-year to £29.1 billion, with net interest income reaching £12.8 billion, meeting guidance of greater than £12.6 billion. C. S. Venkatakrishnan, Group Chief Executive, said, […]

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BP shares fell on Tuesday after the oil major halted share buybacks amid falling profits and weaker performance across most business units. BP reported a fourth-quarter underlying replacement cost profit of $1.5 billion, down from $2.2 billion in the previous quarter, as lower upstream realizations and reduced refinery throughput weighed on performance. The company posted […]

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The FTSE 100 gave up early gains on Monday as UK-centric sectors weighed on the index amid deepening turmoil at the core of the UK government. London’s leading index hit highs of 10,420 in early trading before giving back all its gains to trade at 10,360, down 0.1%, at the time of writing. News of […]

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Warpaint London announced on Monday that it had acquired the Barry M brand out of administration for £1.4 million in cash, alongside a trading update. Barry M is an established value cosmetics brand with significant retail distribution across more than 1,300 stores, including Superdrug, Boots, Sainsbury’s, and Tesco, as well as direct-to-consumer online sales. The […]

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Phoenix Copper shares sank on Monday after announcing it had suspended two senior board members and warned it was running out of cash. Executive Chairman Marcus Edwards-Jones and CFO Richard Wilkins have been suspended with immediate effect whilst investigations are conducted into allegations concerning their recent conduct and historic payments to the company’s former corporate […]

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NatWest Group has acquired Evelyn Partners from Permira and Warburg Pincus for £2.7 billion, creating what it says is the UK’s leading private banking and wealth management business. The deal combines Evelyn Partners’ £69 billion in assets under management with NatWest’s £59 billion, bringing total AUMA to £127 billion. “Bringing together these two leading businesses […]

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The FTSE 100 was higher on Friday after a choppy week for global stocks amid volatility in precious metals and concerns about the future of software companies. London’s leading index was 0.1% higher at 10,328 at the time of writing. Banks and miners were among the risers, while there was a divergence in the performance […]

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The average UK house price rose 1% in the year to January, according to new data published by Halifax. Falling mortgage rates are helping prices, with the Halifax noting that many products are now available at rates less than 4%. “The housing market entered 2026 on a steady footing, with average prices rising by +0.7% […]

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Talks to create the world’s largest mining company have fallen apart after Rio Tinto and Glencore couldn’t reach an agreement on valuation. Glencore wrote in a statement yesterday: “We concluded that the proposed acquisition on these terms is not in the best interests of Glencore shareholders. “It does not reflect our view on long term, […]

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Derwent London announced the sale of a central London property today, underscoring the value in its portfolio and the health of the London office space market. Derwent London has exchanged contracts to sell 80-85 Tottenham Court Road W1 for £32.6m, securing £755 per square foot. Notably, the transaction marks a premium to the June 2025 […]

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The FTSE 100 recovered losses on Thursday as the Bank of England kept rates on hold but signalled the next interest rate cut could be just around the corner. London’s leading index was trading at 10,395, down 6 points, shortly after the Bank of England rate decision was released. The Bank of England was widely […]

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The latest breakdown of the most popular stocks on Robinhood UK reveals an interesting shift towards robotics and automation, with a drone and wireless technology group taking the top spot, while familiar names Tesla and Nvidia remain in the top ten. 10 most popular stocks in January 2026 on Robinhood UK “Drone stocks leapt onto […]

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Vodafone shares were down on Thursday after reporting Q3 results, but investors shouldn’t be too disappointed. Growth was respectable, and the share price decline is likely a consequence of the strong run going into results and slight disappointment around the UK and Germany. The company recorded adjusted EBITDAaL growth of 2.3% on an organic basis […]

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Shell shares were lower on Thursday after the oil major revealed profits fell in the fourth quarter of 2025. Adjusted earnings were down 40% to $3.3bn, largely due to the timing of a tax charge. Apart from that, everything at Shell looks just fine.  Look past the impact of taxes, and each unit is ticking […]

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London’s AI adopter software stocks cratered this week after news broke that Anthropic was developing an AI-powered legal tool that could extinguish their aspirations for AI-driven growth. RELX shares were down 16% on Tuesday as the London Stock Exchange Group and Experian lost around 10%. Over the pond, the losses have been just as severe. […]

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Watch the latest manager update video featuring Thomas Moore, Manager of Aberdeen Equity Income Trust.

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Google is expected to reveal continued strength in its cloud business as AI adoption accelerates when it reports its Q4 numbers on Wednesday. With Google’s AI-powered chatbot now sitting at the top of everyone’s internet browser, analysts see a path ahead for its search business, which is expected to see revenue increase 13%. Google Cloud, […]

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The FTSE 100 stormed to fresh records again on Wednesday as London’s leading index brushed off concerns about threats to the UK’s leading AI adopters. After closing lower yesterday amid heavy selling in names such as Pearson, RELX, and LSEG, the UK’s leading equity index burst higher to trade above 10,400 for the first time. […]

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GSK reached its highest level since 2021 on Wednesday after the pharma group announced upbeat 2025 results and an encouraging pipeline of new treatments. GSK reported total sales of £32.7 billion for 2025, up 7% at constant exchange rates, driven by robust growth across its Specialty Medicines portfolio. The pharmaceutical giant’s Specialty Medicines division posted […]

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The FTSE 100 touched a fresh intraday record high on Tuesday as gold and silver prices stabilised, but the gains evaporated as the session progressed, with RELX sinking 10%. London’s leading index benefited from a rebound in diversified miners on Tuesday, as investors took a broad-brush approach to piling back into the sector. The FTSE […]

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With the deadline to use your ISA allowance fast approaching, Charles Stanley has provided some helpful tips to make the most of the tax wrapper. Touching on subjects including asset allocation and which service to use, Rob Morgan, Chief Investment Analyst at Charles Stanley, part of Raymond James Wealth Management, breaks down five tips for […]

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Advanced surface-coating specialist Hardide plc (AIM: HDD) has secured a substantial £1 million follow-on order from a key North American customer. The order, from the same ‘major new North American customer’ revealed in the company’s 1 December announcement, is scheduled for delivery in the second half of Hardide’s financial year ending 30 September 2026. The […]

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Plus500, the global fintech group, has entered the American retail prediction markets segment through its US trading platform, Plus500 Futures. The new offering includes products from Kalshi Exchange, the first regulated event-based contracts exchange in the United States. Prediction markets allow participants to trade contracts based on the outcomes of real-world events, functioning as a […]

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Defence and space technology specialist Filtronic has delivered half-year results in line with expectations whilst investing heavily for future growth, securing its largest-ever contract and entering H2 with a record order book. Filtronic reported revenue of £25.3 million for the six months ended 30 November 2025, broadly flat compared to £25.6 million in the same […]

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The FTSE 100 completed a notable reversal on Monday after starting the day deep in the red amid a metals selloff that hit precious metals and copper miners. London’s leading index fell as low as 10,145 before rebounding to trade 0.35% higher at 10,258 at the time of writing. “Commodities markets have experienced a significant […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Dan Higgins and James Bloomer from Marylebone Partners to discuss Majedie Investments’ deeply diversified approach to delivering value to shareholders. Majedie Investments is an investment trust like no other. Dan provides an overview of their differentiated approach, which allocates the portfolio across direct investment, special investments, and […]

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Gold and silver were sharply lower again on Monday as dollar strength and concerns about over-buying through derivatives and ETFs sent the precious metals lower for a second straight session. Gold sank as low as $4,422 in the early hours of Monday’s session, having traded above $5,600 at the end of last week. Silver was […]

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Brave Bison Group plc, the next-generation marketing and technology firm, has announced the largest ever contract win for its MiniMBA subsidiary. Brave Bison shares were 3% higher at the time of writing on Monday. MiniMBA, the UK’s leading marketing skills and training platform, will provide its Brand Management programme to one of the world’s largest […]

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The FTSE 100 rallied towards all-time highs on Friday despite several risks creeping in that could derail the optimism in equity markets in the early stages of 2026. London’s leading index was 0.5% higher at 10,203 at the time of writing as UK markets shrugged off a raft of concerns, including Trump’s pick for Fed […]

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Amazon is in talks to make a bumper investment of up to $50 billion in OpenAI, according to reports from The Wall Street Journal, as the tech giant seeks to accelerate its artificial intelligence ambitions. OpenAI is thought to be preparing for an IPO later this year, and the race is on for the firm […]

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Apple shares were steady in the US premarket after the tech group reported record iPhone sales, but left investors worried about costs and a lack of a story around AI. Apple shares were trading at $258 in the US premarket, barely changed from the cash close yesterday. There was a lot to like in Apple’s […]

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Cohort has announced that its subsidiary, Marlborough Communications Ltd (MCL), has won contracts totalling £17.9m. The larger award, valued at £14.0m, comes from a UK government customer and covers the immediate delivery of uncrewed air systems along with two years of in-service support. MCL will collaborate with its long-standing partner Skydio to supply these systems. […]

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The FTSE 100 rose on Thursday as miners helped lift the index amid a fresh commodities rally and an encouraging production report from Antofagasta. London’s leading index was 0.5% higher at the time of writing, trading just above 10,200. In addition to a buoyant commodities sector, sentiment received a boost from US equities, where the […]

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Lloyds kicked off the latest installment of FTSE 100 banking earnings with Q4 and full-year results that exceeded expectations and underscored the bank’s ability to take economic concerns in its stride. Underlying pre-tax profit for the fourth quarter came in at £1.9bn, 9% higher than expectations, and full year underlying profit rose to £6.8bn, 7% […]

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Oil prices rose on Thursday after Trump said a ‘massive armada’ was heading towards Iran as the US President increased pressure on the regime to agree a nuclear deal. Brent crude prices were 1.7% higher at $69.61 at the time of writing. WTI rose 1.96% $64.45. “US naval and air forces are building up in […]

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Ocado Group will lose £7 million in annual fee revenue following Sobeys’ decision to shut its Calgary customer fulfilment centre, the company announced today. The closure stems from slower-than-expected growth in Alberta’s online grocery market, which failed to meet original projections for size and expansion pace. In isolation, losing the Calgary centre isn’t the end […]

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The Association of Investment Companies (AIC) was founded in 1932 to represent investment trusts – the oldest form of collective investment. Today, the AIC represents 350 investment companies, investment trusts, venture capital trusts (VCTs) and other closed-ended funds. Download the presentation slides.

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Managed by Neuberger Berman, a leading private markets investor, NBPE leverages the strength of Neuberger Berman’s platform, relationships, deal flow and expertise to access the most attractive investment opportunities, providing shareholders with access to a portfolio of direct investments diversified by manager, sector, geography and size. Download the presentation slides.

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HarbourVest Global Private Equity (HVPE) is a listed investment company that provides investors with access to private company investments. Listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange, HVPE sits in the FTSE 250 and has a net assets of $4.2 billion and a market capitalisation of approximately £2.2 billion as at 31 October […]

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The FTSE 100 was lower on Wednesday as traders dumped the dollar and the strength in the pound hit London’s cohort of overseas earners. Although many strategists have poured cold water on the ‘Sell America’ trade, moves in the foreign exchange markets overnight suggest there is some merit in the approach as confidence in the […]

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British Land has agreed to acquire Life Science REIT for approximately £150 million, marking a strategic push into the Science & Technology sector as it expands its campus portfolio. Under the recommended offer, Life Science REIT shareholders will receive 14.1p in cash plus 0.07 British Land shares for each share held, valuing each share at […]

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Debenhams Group, the owner of brands including boohoo, Debenhams, and PrettyLittleThing, has upgraded its full-year earnings guidance after trading above expectations, with adjusted EBITDA now forecast to reach £50 million for the year ending 28 February 2026. The online platform operator attributed the improved performance to sustained momentum in its flagship Debenhams brand, a notable […]

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Card Factory has confirmed trading remains in line with revised guidance, despite a challenging UK retail environment, as the greeting cards specialist continues to make progress on its strategic objectives. The UK’s leading greetings cards and gifts retailer posted total group revenue of £541.6 million for the eleven months ended 31 December 2025, up 7.3% […]

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MicroSalt has formalised a joint development agreement with one of the world’s largest food and beverage manufacturers to develop new low-sodium products. The AIM-listed salt producer, which manufactures natural salt containing approximately 50% less sodium, announced the four-year collaboration, which builds on a non-binding term sheet signed between the parties in November 2025. Under the […]

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The FTSE 100 gained on Tuesday as banks helped lift the index ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision tomorrow. London’s flagship index shook off the latest threats of tariffs to briefly rise above 10,200 before easing back to trade 0.4% higher at 10,189 at the time of writing. “The FTSE 100 moved higher after […]

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Dr. Martens shares fell on Tuesday after reporting a 2.7% decline in constant-currency revenue to £253 million for the 13 weeks ended 28 December 2025, as the footwear brand continues its strategic pivot away from promotional activity. The company’s year-to-date group revenue fell 0.7% on a constant currency basis to £580 million, reflecting what management […]

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The FTSE 100 was range-bound on Monday as investors navigated geopolitical risks and rising worries about another US government shutdown. London’s leading index was trading three points higher at 10,146 at the time of writing after trading in a range between 10,170 and 10,127 in early trade. The FTSE 100’s weighting towards precious metals and […]

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Harena Rare Earths shares jumped on Monday after announcing a pre-feasibility study (PFS) for its Ampasindava rare earth project in Madagascar, confirming strong technical and economic viability for the ionic clay deposit. Harena Rare Earths, formerly known as Citius Resources, released the PFS after securing 100% ownership of the project last year. The PFS outlines […]

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Grainger, the UK’s largest listed residential landlord, has announced that its joint venture with Places for London has agreed to forward fund and acquire a 195-home build-to-rent development in West London. Connected Living London (CLL), the partnership between Grainger and Places for London, the property arm of Transport for London, will acquire the scheme at […]

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S4 Capital shares jumped on Monday after reporting fourth-quarter trading ahead of its revised guidance, with the advertising group expecting to exceed the current market consensus for both net revenue and operational EBITDA for the full year. The company anticipates full-year net revenue of approximately £664 million, representing a like-for-like decline of around 8.5%. However, […]

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The post-pandemic surge in gigs, festivals, and family spectacles has exposed a structural reality, the UK’s live entertainment economy is only as strong as the assets that stage it. Investor attention is understandably drawn to headline venues, yet returns increasingly hinge on the less glamorous links, from seating and staging manufacturers to rigging firms, crowd-flow […]

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The FTSE 100 was little changed on Friday as investors took stock of a rollercoaster week for global equities and geopolitics. London’s leading index was marginally higher at the time of writing as losses in airlines and Burberry offset a strong session for BP and BAE Systems. “It’s a calmer end to a chaotic week […]

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Join us for an in-depth conversation with Craig Martin, Chairman of Dynam Capital, the investment manager behind Vietnam Holding (VNH). As Vietnam celebrates its newly acquired emerging market status and its equity index reaches record highs, Craig shares his insights on one of Asia’s most dynamic investment opportunities. Find out more about Vietnam Holding here. […]

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UK retail sales rose 0.4% in December, bolstered by increased food purchases and online gold sales, though non-food sales fell 0.9% during the month. Rising gold prices may have helped drive a preference for gifting precious metals over the festive period, with online jewellery standing out as a clear winner amid overall non-food sales that […]

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Energy-as-a-Service provider eEnergy Group has delivered a substantial turnaround in profitability, with adjusted EBITDA surging 183% to £1.7m for the year ended 31 December 2025. The AIM-listed company posted revenues of £23.0m, down from £25.1m the previous year. However, £4.0m of anticipated FY25 revenue has been pushed into the first half of 2026. Gross margin […]

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Babcock shares slipped on Friday after the defence group announced that CEO David Lockwood would retire by the end of the year, alongside a round-up of third-quarter trading. The company said it maintained the strong trajectory reported at half-year and was confident of meeting its FY26 margin target of 8%, with contracted revenue now secured […]

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The FTSE 100 was sharply higher on Thursday after Donald Trump made a U-turn on his Greenland threats and adopted a more diplomatic approach.  Donald Trump is famous for changing his mind and not following through on threats, but that does not make events at Davos yesterday any less dramatic.  London’s leading index rose 0.7% […]

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Inheritance tax receipts reached £6.6 billion in the nine months to December 2025, according to new figures. This represents an increase of £0.2 billion compared with the same period last year. The data reveal a sharp rise in self-assessment tax payments during December. Collections jumped to £3.1 billion, up 25% year-on-year. The impact of higher […]

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Kitwave Group shares surged on Thursday after announcing has agreed to a recommended £251 million cash takeover by US private equity group OEP Capital Advisers in another blow to London’s equity markets. Under the terms of the offer, Kitwave shareholders will receive 295p per share in cash. Kitwave shares quickly moved to the takeover price […]

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Young & Co’s Brewery has delivered exceptional festive trading whilst announcing plans to graduate from AIM to the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market. The pub operator, which focuses on London and the South of England, saw like-for-like sales surge 11.2% during the three weeks to 5 January 2026. This notably came against particularly strong prior-year […]

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The FTSE 100 was battling to keep its head above water on Wednesday as strength in the mining sector, and Burberry, was offset by losses for Experian and financials. London’s leading index was down 0.1% at the time of writing after gently undulating between losses and gains for most of the session. “The FTSE 100 […]

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Sovereign Metals has successfully extracted heavy rare earth monazite concentrate from tailings at its Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project in Malawi. The discovery adds significant strategic value to the Kasiya project that already holds the world’s largest titanium rutile deposit. Preliminary analysis confirms exceptionally high levels of critical heavy rare earth elements, with the monazite concentrate averaging […]

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Rio Tinto shares jumped on Wednesday after the miner announced record fourth-quarter production amid ongoing merger talks with Glencore. The mining giant achieved an 8% year-on-year increase in copper production, supported by record bauxite output and strong contributions from its lithium operations.  The company’s Pilbara iron ore operations hit a record in the fourth quarter, […]

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JD Sports shares were slightly higher on Wednesday after the sports fashion retailer announced sales declined at the same pace in the key Christmas trading period as earlier last year.  Investors would have been nervous going into today’s update, given the company’s poor year last year. Thankfully, things haven’t deteriorated materially, and the small gain […]

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The FTSE 100 fell again on Tuesday as the threat of trade tariffs and concerns about interest rates hit market sentiment. London’s flagship index retreated below 10,100 on Tuesday, trading down 1.1% at the time of writing. “It’s easy to forget how quickly markets respond to Donald Trump’s outbursts,” said Chris Beauchamp, Chief Market Analyst […]

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QinetiQ Group has reported securing more than £3 billion in orders in FY26, as the defence group enjoys steady demand from key customers. The Farnborough-based defence technology specialist confirmed its full-year guidance, expecting to deliver approximately 3% organic revenue growth, an operating margin of around 11%, cash conversion of roughly 90%, and earnings per share […]

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Ibstock shares fell victim to concerns about the wider economy on Tuesday, despite releasing a reasonably upbeat sales performance for 2025.  The UK brick maker reported revenues up 2% to approximately £372 million for the year ended 31 December 2025, compared with £366 million in 2024. Full-year EBITDA is expected to be in line with previous […]

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The UK’s jobs market is progressively deteriorating, with the unemployment rate rising, redundancies increasing, and open vacancies creeping up only marginally. The UK unemployment rate climbed to 5.1% in the three months to November, marking an increase both quarterly and annually, to the highest level since 2021. The latest figures paint a picture of a […]

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Collectible cars have long been one of the most passion-driven and historically exclusive asset classes. Squirreled away by the ultra-wealthy as a real store of wealth.  One of the best kept secrets in investments thanks to their lack of capital gains tax, global liquidity and resilient nature. But what if owning a slice of a Ferrari F40, a Porsche GT3 RS, or […]

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The FTSE 100 fell on Monday following a dramatic weekend for global trade as Donald Trump made outlandish tariff threats against countries, including the UK, that opposed the US takeover of Greenland. London’s leading index was down 0.5% at at 10,181 at the time of writing, having found support around 10,170. “UK and European markets […]

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Jupiter’s Rights and Issues Investment Trust offers investors a disciplined approach to capturing opportunities in what remains one of the world’s most unloved equity markets – the UK small and mid-cap market. Under the management of Matt Cable, the trust combines concentrated conviction investing with a long-term perspective designed to capitalise on both market inefficiencies […]

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Watch the latest video from Finsbury Growth and Income Trust, marking its centenary.

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Watch the latest manager update video from Jupiter Rights and Issues Investment Trust, featuring fund manager Matt Cable.

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Neo Energy Metals has secured a strategic investment worth up to £8 million to advance its Beisa Uranium and Gold Project towards production. The London-listed mining company’s shares rose after announcing it had received an initial £1.5 million from a UK-based investment group through the placement of 166.7 million new shares at 0.9 pence per […]

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Marshalls, a leading manufacturer of building materials, has reported encouraging product sales growth across its divisions for the year ended 31 December 2025, with group revenue rising 2% year-on-year. However, like many of the housebuilders that use Marshalls’ building products, the company signalled a challenging external environment and outlook, which sapped demand for its shares […]

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In a sign that the equity bulls are firmly in control, the FTSE 100 recovered early losses on Friday as UK markets shook off losses in the mining sector to hit a fresh record high. After falling sharply in the very early minutes of trade, the index recovered to trade above 10,250, marginally higher on […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Michael Field, Chief Equity Market Strategist EMEA at Morningstar, back to the Podcast to explore the investment landscape for 2026. Download Morningstar’s Outlook and Top Picks for 2026 here. Michael shares his key themes and macro outlook for the year ahead, outlining what will differentiate 2026 from […]

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AJ Bell has selected eight funds and trusts for the year ahead, covering a range of underlying asset classes, geographies, and investor risk profiles. Paul Angell, head of investment research at AJ Bell, outlines AJ Bell’s fund and trust selections for 2026: Cautious investors: Personal Assets Trust “This is a defensively managed multi-asset investment trust […]

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MJ Gleeson has wrapped up a busy week of housebuilder updates with a half-year trading statement, in which it sold 848 homes, approximately 6% more than the same period last year. Shares were 2% higher at the time of writing – one of the better immediate reactions to trading statements from housebuilders this week. MJ […]

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The FTSE 100 continued its march to the upside on Thursday as miners passed the baton to financials and UK-centric names to lead the index to fresh record highs. London’s leading index was 0.5% higher at 10,237 at the time of writing. “The Footsie has hiked higher to new heights, again breaching fresh records. More […]

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Watch the latest manager update video from Dunedin Income Growth Investment Trust, featuring Co-Managers Ben Ritchie and Rebecca Maclean.

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GenIP has reported approximately 330% revenue growth and 150% gross margin expansion compared with FY2024, driven by increasing adoption of its AI-powered innovation intelligence platform. Shares were 12% higher at the time of writing. The company’s active client base grew by over 225% whilst maintaining retention at approximately 90%. Increasing engagement reflects growing traction for […]

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It hasn’t been a good period for housebuilding trading updates so far in 2026, and Taylor Wimpey added to the gloom on Thursday. Taylor Wimpey has reported a 6% increase in total completions for 2025, delivering 11,229 homes across the group, including joint ventures, up from 10,593 in the previous year. But margins have been […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to be joined by David Spickett, Founder of TheCarCrowd, to discuss the company’s crowdfunding campaign and how TheCarCrowd is democratising collectible car investment. Learn more about TheCarCrowd here. David reveals how fractional ownership is democratising access to one of the world’s most resilient alternative asset classes. In this conversation, […]

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Hays highlighted the strains of a slowing global recruitment market on Wednesday as the firm revealed the impact of economic uncertainty and the changing face of recruitment.  Net fees were down 10% on a like-for-like basis in the fourth quarter, with all geographies experiencing declines. Germany was particularly heavily hit. Although a softer jobs market […]

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The FTSE 100 rose to a fresh record high on Wednesday as strong metals prices lifted miners, and AstraZeneca rose after announcing an AI acquisition. London’s leading index was 0.3% higher at 10,171 at the time of writing. “The FTSE 100 is going from strength to strength, hitting yet another new record high,” said Dan Coatsworth, […]

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EQTEC shares jumped on Wednesday after announcing a strategic expansion into critical and precious metals, complementing its core waste-to-energy gasification technology, as the company seeks earlier cash flow whilst its longer-term project pipeline matures. Although the company calls the move ‘complementary’, it does mark a dramatic change in strategy. After a period of poor share […]

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Vistry delivers a strong second-half recovery while securing land for future expansion Vistry Group has reported adjusted profit before tax of around £270 million for the year ended 31 December 2025, up from £263.5 million the previous year, despite completing nearly 9% fewer homes. The housebuilder delivered approximately 15,700 units during the year, down from […]

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The FTSE 100 traded in a tight range on Tuesday as investors digested the latest wave of macroeconomic developments, while Whitbread shares jumped on an encouraging trading update. London’s leading index was 2 points higher at the time of writing after trading in a 15-point range for most of the session. “The FTSE 100 held […]

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London-based compliance platform secures pre-seed funding to accelerate product development and European expansion Karavel has secured £1.25m in pre-seed funding led by Fuel Ventures to transform how highly-regulated industries manage compliance workflows. The AI-powered platform serves financial services, insurance, fintech, healthcare and consumer credit sectors. It replaces fragmented manual processes with an intelligent system that […]

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Shoe Zone shares sank on Tuesday after the retailer reported a significant decline in revenues and profits for the year ended 27 September 2025, as challenging trading conditions and reduced consumer spending took their toll on the budget footwear retailer. Results make horrible reading for investors. The company recorded revenue of £149.1m, down 7.6% from […]

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The Gym Group has reported upbeat trading momentum through the second half of 2025, with full-year revenue climbing 8% to £244.9m from £226.3m the previous year. Shares in the group rose on Tuesday as investors cheered rising revenues and news that management expected performance for the year to be at the top end of guidance. […]

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The FTSE 100 recovered early losses on Monday as investors fretted about the future of the US central bank following news that the US DOJ will launch a probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. The blow to sentiment weighed on UK stocks, sending London’s leading index sharply lower on the open before the gap was […]

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As we move through 2026, the environment for US tech IPOs is heating up with some of the world’s most prominent technology companies preparing to go public. From aerospace giants to artificial intelligence leaders, this year’s pipeline features companies at valuations that could reshape entire sectors. Here are the most eagerly anticipated initial public offerings […]

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MicroSalt shares jumped on Monday after the low-sodium salt producer said 2025 sales exceeded management expectations and reaffirmed bumper revenue forecasts for 2026 and 2027. The Tekcapital portfolio company announced that unaudited sales for the financial year ended 31 December 2025 reached $2.14 million, surpassing the board’s original target of $2.0 million and representing a […]

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The FTSE 100 rose on Friday as investors reacted to confirmation that Glencore and Rio Tinto were in talks to create the world’s largest mining company. London’s leading index was trading 0.4% higher at 10,084 at the time of writing. “The FTSE 100 solidified its position above 10,000 on Friday after a mixed week which […]

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Sainsbury’s shares fell on Friday after releasing its festive trading update, with total retail sales (excluding fuel) rising 3.9% in the third quarter and 3.3% over the crucial six-week Christmas period. But poor performance at Argos overshadowed robust food sales, sending shares down by over 4% at the time of writing on Friday. Like-for-like sales […]

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Rio Tinto and Glencore are in merger talks that could result in the creation of the world’s largest mining company, as deal-making in the sector picked up where it left off in the new year. Following reports by the Financial Times overnight, Rio Tinto said in a statement on Friday that they: ‘note the announcement […]

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The FTSE 100 was lower on Thursday as investors digested mixed festive trading updates from Tesco, AB Foods, and Marks & Spencer. London’s leading index was down 0.2% at 10,028 at the time of writing. Although there will be underlying concerns about geopolitics and what Donald Trump will do next after threatening military action to take […]

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Tesco shares sank on Thursday after the grocer delivered a festive trading statement that missed expectations and exposed the vulnerability of the stock’s valuation after a strong run through 2025. On the face of it, Tesco had a reasonable festive trading period, prompting the supermarket giant to upgrade its profit outlook to the upper end […]

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Marks & Spencer has pleased investors with solid results for its third quarter ending 27 December 2025, with food sales driving growth whilst fashion sales declined amid fragile consumer confidence and unseasonably mild weather. The retailer’s food business delivered strong performance, with underlying sales rising 6.6% and like-for-like sales up 5.6%. UK volume growth reached […]

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The FTSE 100 eased back on Wednesday as traders sold down positions in miners and oil majors amid a pause in the recent commodities rally.  With the US incursion into Venezuela proving to be a bit of a non-event for commodity markets, miners and oil majors fell back, dragging the index with them. Traders may […]

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Tekcapital portfolio company Innovative Eyewear has announced preliminary unaudited results showing record-breaking growth, with full-year 2025 sales reaching $2.7 million, representing a substantial 65% increase from $1.6 million in 2024. Most notably, the smart eyewear manufacturer, which produces smart eyewear under the Lucyd, Lucyd Armor, Reebok, Eddie Bauer and Nautica brands, achieved fourth-quarter sales of […]

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Topps Tiles shares ticked gently higher on Wednesday after the flooring specialist signaled steady growth in their first quarter as digital channels helped boost sales amid the integration of acquisitions. The company made reasonable progress in the year ending September 2025, and today’s Q1 trading statement suggests this continued into the start of the current […]

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Trading platform IG is enhancing value for customers through two key changes: a competitive 7.5% interest rate for new clients and the abolition of quarterly inactivity charges. Click here to open an account with IG. From 1 January 2026, new UK customers opening an IG Stocks and Shares ISA, General Investment Account or Self-Invested Personal […]

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The FTSE 100 surged to a fresh record high on Tuesday, driven by retailers after strong festive results from Next and encouraging supermarket spending data. The new year has started firmly in risk-on mode with investors looking past geopolitical tensions to focus on possible interest rate cuts, reasonable global growth rates, and robust corporate earnings.  […]

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Proteome Sciences has announced the signing of two additional substantial Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) contracts, building on momentum from its recent contract announcement on 8 December 2025. The two new agreements, valued at more than $1.5 million, mark another significant win for the clinical laboratory services provider. Proteome Sciences shares were 25% higher at […]

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Self-directed investors expect the Bank of England to slash interest rates to 2.7% by summer 2026. That’s according to research from Charles Stanley Direct, part of Raymond James Wealth Management. Following the Bank of England’s rate cut to 3.75% in December, reaching the 2.7% level would require four quarter-point cuts over the next six months. […]

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Next shares rose on Tuesday after the retailer announced a solid Christmas trading period driven by online and overseas sales. The market has become accustomed to strong results from Next, but that does not make their festive trading period any less commendable. Shares in the retailer were 3% higher after announcing a 10.6% increase in […]

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The FTSE 100 rose on Monday as traders reacted to the US strike on Venezuela and prepared for a busy week of festive trading updates from the UK’s leading retailers. London’s leading index was trading 0.1% higher at the time of writing – just beneath the 10,000 level. The index hit 10,022 earlier in the […]

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Touchstone Exploration got off to a storming start to the new year with shares surging on positive drill results. The firm has reported encouraging results from its Carapal Ridge-3 development well in Trinidad and Tobago, the first well drilled into the pool in nearly two decades. The well encountered approximately 1,082 feet of net sand, […]

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Auction Technology Group has unanimously rejected eleven unsolicited proposals from its largest shareholder FitzWalter Capital Limited, calling the approaches “opportunistic” and undervaluing the online marketplace operator. The proposals, received since 11 September 2025, culminated in the most recent offer of 360 pence per share in cash dated 23 December. ATG’s board concluded that each proposal […]

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The FTSE 100 smashed through the psychologically important 10,000 level on the first day of trading in 2026 as familiar names got off to a strong start to the new year.  After flirting with the 10,000 in the final days of 2025, the FTSE 100 made a convincing move through the key level in the […]

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Our top picks for 2026 include a blend of UK household names, exciting UK small caps, high-growth US tech shares, and leading investment trusts. UK Investor Magazine journalists and guest contributors have scoured equity markets to bring you a thematic selection of share tips for the year ahead, focusing on the sectors and individual names […]

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Defence Holdings PLC (LSE: ALRT) has unveiled a new national security pillar and signed its first collaboration with Gloucestershire Police to automate interview reporting using sovereign AI technology. The UK-listed defence software company will deploy AI to convert police interviews into structured digital reports. The proof-of-value programme targets ROVI (Record of Video Interview) and ROTI […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Ed Croft, CEO of Stockopedia, back to the podcast to explore the key drivers of returns in 2025 and look forward to 2026. Register here to learn how to identify stocks with a higher probability of market outperformance The podcast explores Stockopedia’s NAPS (No-Admin Portfolio System) portfolio, […]

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The FTSE 100 was steady heading into Christmas as the UK’s leading index consolidated recent gains just below 9,900. With a few trading sessions between Christmas and New Year, the FTSE 100 is still in with a chance of breaching 10,000 before the close of 2025. But it seems unlikely that the level will be […]

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For more than a decade, autonomous vehicles have promised to redefine transportation. The industry has endured hype cycles, regulatory pushback, tragic edge-case failures, and varying investor interest. Yet as 2025 unfolds, something fundamental has changed: autonomous vehicles are no longer science fiction. They are starting to ship at scale. Across the United States, autonomous vehicle […]

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Oakley Capital Investments has invested in Athena Racing, the British America’s Cup team led by Olympic sailing legend Sir Ben Ainslie, through its Origin II fund. The investment follows the establishment of the America’s Cup Partnership, a new governance structure positioning the 174-year-old competition as a more commercially viable global sports property. Oakley played a […]

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MHA has agreed to acquire Moore Stephens’ UAE operations for £7.4m, marking a strategic push into the Middle East market. The AIM-listed professional services firm will acquire two businesses, Moore Stephens LLC and Moore Stephens Consulting LLC, which generated £6.5m revenue in 2025. The deal reflects MHA’s strategy of pursuing selective cross-border opportunities to strengthen […]

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The FTSE 100 crept towards the 10,000 mark on Friday, buoyed by interest rate cuts by the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve earlier in the week. London’s leading index staged a late rally yesterday afternoon and added another 0.1% on Friday to trade less than 2% away from the key psychological level for […]

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WH Smith shares fell on Friday after the travel-focused retailer announced that profits slumped during the period its CEO left due to an accounting error. The company also faces an FCA probe into the accounting error, which was confirmed on Friday. WH Smith’s profit before tax for the year ended 31 August tumbled to £16m […]

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The FTSE 100 was clinging onto gains on Thursday after the Bank of England cut UK interest rates to 3.75%, the lowest level since early 2023, in a ‘hawkish’ interest rate cut. The Bank of England was widely expected to cut interest rates after a lower-than-expected inflation reading yesterday, so the 0.25% cut was baked […]

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Currys has more than doubled its adjusted profit before tax to £22m in the first half, driven by strong UK performance and an accelerating recovery in the Nordics. The technology retailer reported a 144% year-on-year increase in adjusted profits, whilst free cash flow jumped 68% to £84m for the six months ended 1 November 2025. […]

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New customers can now claim 10% cashback on investments by opening an IG account before year-end IG, the FTSE 250-listed broker, is offering new UK customers the opportunity to earn up to £200 cashback when they open and fund a share dealing account before 31 December 2025. You can open a new account here. IG […]

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AI Bell has selected four shares for investors to consider in the year ahead, ranging from FTSE 100 pharma stalwarts to an ‘adventurous’ housebuilder committed to share buybacks. Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell, outlines the investment cases for the four noteworthy stocks, highlighting what investors should keep an eye on in the year […]

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Serco capped off a strong year for the stock with an encouraging trading update that justifies the 70% rally so far in 2025. Revenue is expected to rise 3% for 2025, and operating profit is set to come in at £270m. However, it was guidance for next year that would have caught investors’ attention. Serco […]

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The FTSE 100 surged on Wednesday as investors cheered lower-than-expected inflation data that signalled more Bank of England interest rate cuts in early 2026. UK CPI inflation came in at 3.2% for the year to November – a significant fall from last month’s reading of 3.6% and well below the 3.5% forecast for November by […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome the founding team from Open Forest Protocol to the podcast as the carbon credit and forest management platform begins its crowdfunding round.  Please find out more about the Open Forest Protocol here.  Open Forest Protocol is on a mission to boost transparency and digitalise forest restoration by […]

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Waymo, Alphabet’s autonomous driving business, is in advanced discussions to raise more than $15bn at a valuation approaching $100bn, according to reports. The funding round, expected to be completed in early 2025, would be led by parent company Alphabet with participation from external investors. Waymo’s previous round in October 2025 valued the firm at more […]

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The FTSE 100 was down on Tuesday, with defence stocks weighing on the index as investors digested a raft of delayed US economic data. London’s leading index was down 0.5% at 9,703 at the time of writing. “Having moved within sight of the 10,000 mark a little over a month ago, the FTSE 100 lost […]

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Shares in the Vietnam Holding Investment Trust have dropped back amid a bout of profit-taking in Vietnamese stocks after a rip-roaring rally from the post-Trump tariff lows. The VN Index of Vietnamese stocks surged over 50% from lows around 1,200 in April, reaching levels above 1,750 in October and again in December. Naturally, such a […]

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Fund manager Nick Train explains why UK-listed data businesses offer compelling growth opportunities as artificial intelligence transforms entire industries After 25 years at the helm of Finsbury Growth and Income Investment Trust, Nick Train has orchestrated a portfolio transformation that now provides investors with balanced exposure to some of the UK’s leading adopters of artificial […]

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Serica Energy has announced the acquisition of North Sea operations from Centrica’s Spirit Energy Limited worth £57 million. Serica says the deal strengthens its position in the Southern North Sea and is expected to generate substantial cash flow. Centrica is disposing of the assets as part of its effort to maximise ‘value as it continues […]

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Hollywood Bowl Group has reported its fourth consecutive year of record revenue and adjusted EBITDA, with group revenue reaching £250.7 million for the year ended 30 September 2025, up 8.8% on the prior year. The UK and Canada’s largest ten-pin bowling operator achieved adjusted EBITDA growth of 4.2% to £91.2 million. Statutory profit after tax […]

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Could this be the start of the Santa rally? The FTSE 100 jumped on Monday, with most constituent shares gaining ahead of the Bank of England interest rate decision on Thursday. London’s leading index shook off a poor session for US shares on Friday, gaining 0.9% as cyclical sectors drew investor interest. “Despite a sell-off […]

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Adsure Services, the specialist business assurance provider, has reported steady half-year results for the six months ending 30th September as the firm prepares to launch its proprietary Large Language Model (LLM) AI tool. With revenues and profits largely unchanged compared to the same period a year ago, the most interesting part of the group’s interim […]

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Sterling weakness, shifting inflation expectations, and heightened macroeconomic uncertainty have prompted UK investors to reassess the role of alternative assets in diversified portfolios. Gold and cryptocurrency now sit alongside traditional foreign exchange hedges as tools to manage the complex interplay between currency risk, global market volatility, and domestic political events. As these dynamics converge, the […]

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Rightmove is expecting a strong start to 2026 for the UK housing market and sees buyers and sellers resuming their moving plans in a ‘Boxing Day bounce’. The UK property market needs it. Average new seller asking prices fell by 1.8% this month to £358,138, marking a larger-than-usual December decline. This brings prices 0.6% lower […]

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Helium One Global shares rose on Monday after announcing that its Galactica production facility in Colorado is ready for commissioning, keeping the project on track for first gas production before year-end. The gathering system has been successfully pressure-tested and connected to the production facility, and the facility has now reached substantial completion. Commissioning work is […]

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New orders and contract wins are coming thick and fast for Filtronic. The firm’s most recent contract has come in the form of an authorisation to proceed on an £11 million contract to supply high-performance active components for a major European defence programme. The designer and manufacturer of advanced RF solutions has been awarded an […]

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The FTSE 100 gained on Friday as investors reacted to poor UK GDP figures and another record high for US stocks overnight. London’s leading index was up 0.3% at 9,732 at the time of writing. Bad news for the UK economy was proving to be good news for UK stocks on Friday, with contracting GDP […]

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Card Factory shares tumbled on Friday after it lowered its profit expectations, as challenging conditions on the high street continue to weigh on performance during its crucial Christmas trading period. The UK’s leading specialist retailer of greeting cards and gifts now anticipates adjusted profit before tax of between £55m and £60m for the full financial […]

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Volatility has always been a defining characteristic of the cryptocurrency market, but for UK traders today, the stakes feel even higher. Prices can rise or fall within minutes, global sentiment shifts overnight, and exchange rates between digital assets and the pound now play a far bigger role in determining real-world gains or losses. As digital […]

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1Spatial has agreed the terms of a 73p per share cash takeover by VertiGIS, a portfolio company of Battery Ventures, valuing the AIM-listed location data specialist at approximately £87.1 million. The offer represents a 57% premium to the closing price of 46.5 pence on 11 December and a 51.5% premium to the three-month volume weighted […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Abby Glennie, Co-Manager of Aberdeen UK Smaller Companies Growth Trust, to delve into their portfolio and selection process. Please find out more about the trust here. Glennie discusses her screening process, portfolio construction, including the notable industrial weighting, and the discipline required to manage small-cap positions. Investors […]

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The FTSE 100 rose on Thursday after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates overnight and announced liquidity-boosting treasury purchases.  However, the gains were less than convincing as concerns about AI valuation crept back in and curtailed risk appetite. The FTSE 100 was just 0.1% higher at the time of writing. The Federal Reserve cut interest […]

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Recent reports that the Trump administration is considering how to boost the robotics industry came at an opportune time for Tekcapital portfolio company Guident, which is currently preparing to list on the NASDAQ. Following a major focus on building the United States’ AI capabilities, the US government is now engaging closely with robotic leaders and […]

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In the Bono Region of Ghana, a crucial restoration effort is underway to revive 242 hectares of degraded land surrounding the Tain River. Once rich but deteriorated by continuous farming, grazing, and bushfires, this area is now undergoing restoration led by the Environment and Agroforestry Foundation. Since 2022, over 120,000 seedlings have been planted, and […]

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UK retail investors are heading into 2026 upbeat on technology stocks, particularly AI-related firms, despite ongoing concerns about market valuations, according to eToro’s latest Retail Investor Beat survey. The trading platform’s poll of 1,000 UK retail investors revealed that 53% expect the bull market to continue through 2026, with the US remaining the preferred destination […]

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The FTSE 100 carved out minor gains on Wednesday as the Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust rose on reports of SpaceX IPO plans. London’s leading index was 0.1% at the time of writing, with investors’ attention firmly on this evening’s Federal Reserve interest rate decision. “Happy Fed Day global markets – after much speculation and market-moving […]

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Oracle Power shares jumped on Wednesday after announcing encouraging assay results from six drillholes at its Northern Zone Gold Project, situated 25 kilometres east of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia. The latest batch reveals the highest grade of 11.0 g/t gold over one metre at 46 metres depth in drillhole NZAC153. Other notable intercepts include five […]

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Berkeley Group shares rose on Wednesday after announcing revenue of £1,179.5 million in the six months to 31 October 2025, down from £1,278.9 million in the prior year, whilst maintaining an improved operating margin of 20.8% (2024: 20.2%). The housebuilder sold 2,022 new homes across London and the South-East at an average price of £570,000, […]

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Everyman Media shares sank on Wednesday after the cinema group blamed a poor Q4 box office for falling revenues that will impact its full-year performance. The premium cinema operator now expects revenue of no less than £114.5m for the year ended 1 January 2026, down from previous guidance, though still ahead of last year’s £107.2m. […]

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The UK Investor Magazine Podcast was delighted to welcome Filip Lövström, CEO of Roam Electric, who joined Jeremy Naylor to discuss the firm’s rapid expansion in the African electric motorcycle market. Find out more about Roam Electric here. Roam Electric is a Swedish-founded, Kenyan-based company transforming African mobility by manufacturing affordable, durable electric motorcycles designed […]

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The FTSE 100 showed little sign of life again on Tuesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision tomorrow. London’s leading index was up 0.1% at the time of writing after trading negatively in early trade as investors reacted to slightly disappointing retail sales data, which showed the UK economy is still under […]

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British American Tobacco shares fell on Tuesday after releasing trading figures that were reasonably positive. BATS reaffirmed its full-year 2025 targets, expecting approximately 2% growth in both revenue and adjusted profit from operations. The company also announced a new £1.3 billion share buyback programme. Shares were down 3.1% at the time of writing, perhaps more […]

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Johnny Hughes discusses the major market shifts shaping 2025, noting that portfolios have not fully adapted to a world driven by AI innovation and rising international opportunities. He tackles the question of whether current AI enthusiasm is a bubble or a genuine productivity boom, pointing out that while private valuations look stretched, credit markets remain […]

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Sunny highlights investment opportunities across the Asia-Pacific region, emphasising that despite global market scepticism, particularly surrounding China, the region remains an attractive investment proposition. Sunny challenges the notion of China as “uninvestible” by noting its substantial share of global GDP, deep supply-chain integration across Asia, ongoing corporate reforms, and improving shareholder returns. It also stresses […]

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The FTSE 100 was broadly flat on Monday as investors readied for the Federal Reserve interest rate decision later this week, when it is expected that US interest rates will be cut by 0.25%. London’s leading index was 2 points higher at 9,668 at the time of writing, with investors holding off making major changes […]

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Aubrey Global Conviction Fund aims to achieve long term capital growth over a five year rolling period by investing at least 95% in equities and equity related securities in attractive markets and sectors on a worldwide basis. The investment policy is to invest in shares, warrants, bonds, money market instruments, cash and deposits, directly or […]

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The Guinness Global Real Assets Fund is designed to provide investors with long-term capital appreciation and income by investing in listed companies that develop, construct, own, finance and operate infrastructure and real estate assets. Real assets can play a vital and hard-to-replicate role in traditional portfolios, providing defensive performance, growing income and inflation protection. They […]

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Atlantic House Defined Returns Fund aims to deliver more predictable, long-term annualised returns of 7-8% in all but the bleakest market conditions. The fund aims to deliver more predictable outcomes by investing in derivatives linked to large, liquid equity indices. These derivatives are backed by investment grade sovereign and corporate bonds, predominantly UK gilts, aiming to […]

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Unilever shares fell in early trade on Monday after it completed the spin-out of The Magnum Ice Cream Company, which began trading in London and Amsterdam. Shares in The Magnum Ice Cream Company will also begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange later today. Unilever shares were down around 3.8% at the time of […]

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Helium One Global is making significant progress at its Southern Rukwa Helium Project in Tanzania, with preparations for testing using an Electrical Submersible Pump underway. The ESP equipment is expected to arrive in Tanzania between mid to late December. This will enable the company to begin comprehensive testing on the ITW-1 well. Helium One shares […]

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The FTSE 100 had another steady, if uninspiring, session on Friday, trading marginally higher ahead of a big week for monetary policy. With the index up just 0.1% at the time of writing, the FTSE 100 looked set to close the week out with minor gains. This will be acceptable to most investors as it […]

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The team at the Aurora UK Alpha Investment Trust employs a value-investing approach to UK equities, supported by meticulous research into the interactions between its portfolio companies and their customers. Aurora’s long-term strategy and depth of research have rewarded investors with share price returns of over 16% year-to-date as the trust benefits from strong returns […]

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1Spatial has secured a major contract to support the next phase of the National Underground Asset Register (NUAR), upgrading from its previous role to become prime contractor for the project’s Data Transformation and Ingestion Service. The global Location Master Data Management software leader will work in partnership with Ordnance Survey Ltd under a contract worth […]

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Ocado Group has secured a one-off $350m cash payment from Kroger after the US retailer dealt Ocado a major blow by revising plans for its CFCs. The payment compensates Ocado for Kroger’s decision to close three CFCs in January 2026 and cancel plans for a Charlotte, North Carolina, facility that was due to launch next […]

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The FTSE 100 underperformed Europe again on Thursday as weaker miners dragged on the index. London’s leading index was flat at the time of writing after trading sideways for most of the session. The losses and gains were marginal but disappointing, considering the German DAX was 0.9% higher. The FTSE 100 was also unmoved by […]

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Jeremy Naylor is joined by Gaurav Narain, Fund Manager of India Capital Growth Fund, to discuss the opportunity in India and the key factors driving the fund returns. Find out more about the India Capital Growth Fund here. Narain provides deep insight into the Indian growth story and why investors should choose the India Capital […]

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ITM Power shares have had a fantastic year so far, powered by a string of new contract wins across Europe as the adoption of hydrogen accelerates. Today’s trading statement justifies this year’s gains, with the company posting record first-half revenue of £18.0 million for the six months ending 31 October 2025, as the British electrolyser […]

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AJ Bell has delivered a record set of results for the year ended 30 September 2025, with revenue rising 18% to £317.8 million and profit before tax climbing 22% to £137.8 million. Higher customer numbers and stronger financial markets drove revenue growth. The investment platform operator saw its customer base grow by 102,000 to reach […]

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The FTSE 100 was marginally weaker on Wednesday as Sainsbury’s, banks, and other retailers weighed on the index. London’s leading index had started the session broadly flat, but minor gains gave way to minor losses, and the FTSE 100 was down 0.2% at the time of writing. “Miners did their best to prop up the […]

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Financial independence remains a top priority for many UK investors. While traditional approaches to saving and investing still hold value, an increasing number of individuals are integrating digital tools into their financial routines. These platforms are helping people cut down on unnecessary spending, automate better habits, and ultimately build more freedom into their investment strategies. […]

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Tekcapital portfolio company Guident has filed an updated S-1 form with the SEC, signalling preparations for its NASDAQ IPO are gathering pace. The autonomous vehicle technology company filed its original S-1 confidentially towards the end of the summer, but was likely held up by the longest US government shutdown in history. The SEC is reportedly […]

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Building on its groundbreaking work in Oculomics, UK MedTech innovator Occuity is now moving from concept to commercial success, turning its patented optical platform into real products, revenue and global partnerships.  Founded with a mission to make health screening and disease monitoring simpler, faster and pain free, Occuity’s technology uses light to scan through the […]

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Bloomsbury Publishing has unveiled a strategic collaboration with Google Cloud to integrate artificial intelligence into its operations and educational platforms. The deal will see Bloomsbury combine its publishing expertise with Google Cloud’s AI technologies, including NotebookLM, Vertex AI, and Gemini Enterprise. Gemini represents Google’s most advanced multimodal AI models, whilst LearnLM is specifically designed for […]

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Beeks Financial Cloud Group has won two significant contracts worth a combined £3.4m, which will maintain the company’s sales momentum into the second half of its financial year. The cloud computing and connectivity provider has signed a three-year Private Cloud contract with a major Canadian bank valued at $1.5m. It has also secured a £2m […]

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Adsure Services CEO Kevin Limn speaks with Jeremy Naylor. Adsure Services is a leading audit and assurance services provider, dedicated to delivering high-quality financial review and compliance solutions. Through investment in innovative technology and AI-driven solutions, Adsure is focused on enhancing efficiency and accuracy in the audit sector. Kevin outlines the group’s plans for growth […]

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The FTSE 100 was on the front foot on Tuesday as strong banking stress tests boosted UK-centric sectors, including banks, retailers and housebuilders. As the final month of the year gets underway, the FTSE 100 seems content with bouncing around the 9,700 mark in early trade before the bulls took control and pushed the index […]

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Pantheon Resources shares sank on Tuesday after providing an update on its Dubhe-1 well in Alaska, reporting ongoing well clean-up operations amid spluttering production that remains largely dependent on stimulation fluids. Pantheon Resources shares were down 20% at the time of writing. Intermittent oil production commenced on 3 November, with consistent volumes beginning around 19 […]

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Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust (EWIT) has announced it is in advanced discussions to merge with Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust, a move immediately rejected by Saba Capital Management, which continues to seek to seize control of the trust. All shareholders would receive a cash exit option of up to 40% of their holdings under the […]

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The FTSE 100 managed to hold on Monday, sidestepping most of Asia’s weakness, as precious metals helped support the index. Despite strong gains for miners such as Fresnillo, the FTSE 100 was trading marginally weaker at 9,710 at the time of writing as investors looked to Asia and risks to the recent optimism sparked by […]

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Tekcapital portfolio company Innovative Eyewear has announced a fresh distribution deal with a major player in eyewear as the company ramps up its sales and marketing network. Innovative Eyewear has secured a retail partnership with SmartBuyGlasses to distribute its Reebok-branded smart eyewear globally. The collaboration will see SmartBuyGlasses, one of the world’s largest independent designer […]

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Watch the online presentation for Adsure Services, featuring CEO Kevin Limn. Adsure Services PLC specialises in providing dynamic support to organisations navigating the complex world of strategic risks. The company’s portfolio of advisory and assurance services is designed to align with the key economic risks shaping today’s business landscape. With dedicated teams of specialists, the […]

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Watch Cake Box Investor Presentation, featuring CEO Sukh Ram Chamdal. A request from his daughter for an egg-free fresh cream birthday cake inspired businessman Sukh Chamdal to launch his first concept store in London in 2008. In 2018, with 91 stores, Cake Box was listed on AIM. It now has a franchise estate of 250+ […]

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Watch the online presentation for Cornish Metals, featuring Chief Development Officer Fawzi Hanano. Cornish Metals is a dual-listed company (AIM / TSX-V: CUSN) focused on advancing the South Crofty high-grade, underground tin project towards a construction decision. South Crofty is a strategic tin asset in the UK and covers the former producing South Crofty tin […]

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Marvell Technologies is at the forefront of boosting data centre bandwidth with fibre-optic solutions that increase the efficiency of data centre build-outs. It's working closely with Amazon and Microsoft on the development of their own data centre stacks to reduce dependence on Nvidia chips and has announced a series of deals over the past six […]

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The FTSE 100 ticked higher on Friday as traders continued to move into UK stocks after this week’s budget. The measures announced on Wednesday were much better than some had first feared. Investors will be encouraged by the lack of immediate impact on consumer spending, and the absence of immediate impact on the economy will […]

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In an era where early detection can transform outcomes, one British MedTech company is turning the world’s attention to a surprising but powerful diagnostic tool – the human eye. Occuity is a Reading-based innovator pioneering the emerging field of Oculomics, the study of how the eye can reveal insights into wider systemic health. Using light […]

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Mitchells & Butlers shares rose on Friday after announcing strong full-year results with like-for-like sales up 4.3%, outperforming the market by around 3%. The company reported adjusted operating profit of £330m, up 5.8% on the prior year, with margins improving to 12.2%. Total revenue reached £2,711m for the 52 weeks ended 27 September 2025. Trading was […]

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European Metals Holdings shares surged on Friday after announcing that its subsidiary Geomet has been awarded a grant of up to €360m for the development of the Cinovec Lithium Project in the Czech Republic, subject to completion of administrative processes. The funding comes through the “Strategic Investments for a Climate-Neutral Economy” programme, administered by the […]

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Serabi Gold has delivered shareholders a bumper period of performance in the first nine months of 2025, with production rising 19% and profitability nearly doubling compared with the prior year period. The Brazil-focused gold miner produced 32,634 ounces in the nine months to 30 September, up from 27,499 ounces in the same period last year. […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Krystal Lai, Head of Communications at Majestic Corporation, back to the Podcast for another insightful discussion around critical minerals and urban mining. This time, we focus on critical metals and AI infrastructure. This episode explores AI infrastructure’s material demands and the data centre waste recycling opportunity. We […]

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The FTSE 100 was fairly steady on Thursday as investors continued to digest the economic implications of Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget. With the US closed for Thanksgiving, there were few other catalysts for stocks on Thursday, and the FTSE 100 index retreated by 0.2% after a strong run yesterday afternoon. “It’s the morning after the […]

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Boohoo shares surged on Thursday as the group outlined progress in its turnaround strategy, as the Debenhams brand offsets tumbling sales for the group’s youth brands. Boohoo Group, which now trades as Debenhams, has reported significant progress in its strategic transformation, with all brands now profitable on an adjusted EBITDA basis as the company pivots […]

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Halfords shares slipped on Thursday after it released results showing costs rising amid a challenging consumer backdrop, which overshadowed a 1% increase in underlying profit before tax. The group reported a 4.1% increase in revenue on a like-for-like basis to £893.3 million. The UK’s leading motoring and cycling services provider delivered particularly strong growth in […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was thrilled to welcome Nick Train, Fund Manager of the Finsbury Growth & Income trust, for an enthralling discussion about Finsbury Growth & Income and his focus on data-rich companies successfully deploying AI. Find out more about Finsbury Growth & Income Fund manager Nick Train discusses his investment strategy for the […]

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The Autumn Budget 2025 was delivered in the chaotic fashion that has typified Labour’s time in government, as the OBR report was mistakenly released before the Budget. Rachel Reeves has announced a £26bn tax raid that will stifle ambition and dent growth. Plans to boost the UK’s stock market are unlikely to work. The UK’s […]

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Pets at Home has reported a 33.5% fall in underlying pre-tax profits to £36.2m for the 28 weeks to 9 October, as weakness in its retail division overshadowed strong performance from its veterinary business. This was to be expected, and shares actually rose as investors chose to look past recent softness to a turnaround plan. […]

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Intertek Group has acquired Professional Testing Laboratory (PTL), a leading provider of testing services for the US flooring industry, to strengthen its product testing business. The acquisition addresses growing demand for quality assurance solutions driven by evolving consumer trends and stricter regulatory requirements in the global flooring market, valued at $376 billion and forecast to […]

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An off ramp payments gateway for Web3 is a bridge that allows businesses to convert on-chain revenue into real-world money and pay out the funds to users, partners, or their own bank account. Rather than requiring teams to manually transfer funds from wallets to exchanges and then banks, this gateway automates the entire “crypto to fiat” leg, […]

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Rachel Reeves is reportedly preparing to slash the Cash ISA allowance to £12,000 in tomorrow’s Budget in a move that is supposed to spur investment in the UK stock market. HMRC data shows that around 15 million adult ISAs were subscribed to in 2023/24, and the large majority were Cash ISAs – just under 10 million. […]

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The FTSE 100 showed the signs of caution you’d expect ahead of the Rachel Reeves widely feared Budget, with upbeat news from the tech sector across the pond helping offset any nervousness on the UK front. London’s leading index had flipped between positive and negative territory during the morning session, though a strong overnight session […]

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Kingfisher shares jumped on Tuesday after the DIY group raised its profit guidance, driven by strong performance in the UK and Ireland. Kingfisher reported group like-for-like sales growth of 0.9% in the third quarter, rising to 1.6% year-to-date on an underlying basis, driven by continued volume and transaction growth. Total group sales reached £3.25bn in […]

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easyJet shares slipped on Tuesday after reporting a 9% increase in pre-tax profit to £665 million for the year ending 30 September 2025, representing its third consecutive year of earnings growth. Guidance, however, wasn’t as encouraging amid rising costs amid strategic improvements to easyJet’s network. The budget airline’s headline earnings before interest and tax jumped […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was thrilled to welcome Dan Daly, Founder & CEO of Occuity, and CCO Mark Jenkins to delve into Occuity’s eye scanning disease detection technology. Find out more about Occuity on Republic here. Occuity is developing handheld, non-contact devices that use the eye as a window to the body’s health. The company’s […]

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The FTSE 100 was higher on Monday as mining companies helped lift the index after BHP called time on its pursuit of Anglo American. Traders will also find confidence in a strong rebound in US stocks on Friday, which will ease concerns about AI valuations and the outlook for interest rates. London’s leading index was […]

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S4 Capital shares fell on Monday after the marketing group downgraded its full-year guidance following weaker-than-expected October performance. The digital advertising group now expects 2025 like-for-like net revenue to fall just under 10%. Shares were down 9% at the time of writing. The revenue shortfall will hit profitability hard. Operational EBITDA is now targeted at […]

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For those who believe in the long-term adoption of artificial intelligence, the recent sell-off of the world’s largest AI-focused names will present an opportunity. Concerns about valuations and the circular nature of investments, partnerships, and commercial relationships have led to dramatic pullbacks in companies at the forefront of the AI arms race.  Frothy valuations have […]

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Watch the Majedie Investments Investor Presentation, featuring Marylebone Partners CIO and Founder Dan Higgins. Majedie Investments is an investment trust whose purpose is to provide its shareholders with long-term capital appreciation whilst paying a regular dividend. Since its inception in 1985, the Company has sought to achieve this objective by investing for the long-term, with […]

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Watch the online presentation for Shires Income, featuring Fund Manager Iain Pyle. The Company’s investment objective is to provide shareholders with a high level of income, together with the potential for growth of both income and capital from a diversified portfolio substantially invested in UK equities but also in preference shares, convertibles and other fixed […]

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The FTSE 100 dropped again on Friday as concerns about AI valuations returned with a vengeance overnight, with Nvidia giving up 6% gains to close negative. The S&P 500 closed 1.6% lower, and the tech-focused NASDAQ shed 2.2%. Such heavy selling was difficult for European traders to ignore, and the FTSE 100 lost 0.6% in […]

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ASOS’s fall from grace continues with another year of losses and falling revenues. Once revered as the UK’s leading technology company, ASOS is facing multiple headwinds that are only showing marginal signs of improvement. ASOS shares were down over 6% on Friday after releasing full-year numbers that revealed a 14% decline in revenue and an […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Fawzi Hanano, Chief Development Officer at Cornish Metals, to discuss recent progress at their South Crofty tin mine.  London AIM and Toronto Venture listed Cornish Metals is on a mission to bring mining back to the South Crofty underground tin mine located in Cornwall. The mine closed in […]

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A Bitcoin payment processor is a service that assists merchants who are accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, by converting that revenue stream into a clear, predictable cash flow. Rather than manage wallets and blockchain confirmations directly, the business links its website or app to a processor that generates payment details, following transactions on the network, updating order […]

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ITM Power has landed a significant contract to supply electrolyser technology for two major energy infrastructure projects in Germany. The deal with Stablegrid Group covers a combined capacity of 710 MW over two projects designed specifically to stabilise the grid. The projects represent an innovative approach to managing Germany’s increasingly complex electricity grid, with both […]

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GenIP has received 57 new report orders from returning clients. The orders come from two major US research universities and a UK institution. The AI-powered innovation intelligence company secured 50 Invention Evaluator report orders from two US universities with strong commercialisation track records. One institution ranks consistently in the National Academy of Inventors’ “Top 100 […]

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The FTSE 100 was sharply higher on Thursday after AI giant Nvidia beat earnings estimates in the US overnight, and Halma and Games Workshop compounded the uptick in sentiment with strong updates. The FTSE 100 rose on the developments, trading 0.8% higher at the time of writing. After a couple of weeks of jittery markets […]

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Morningstar believes the UK market is a hidden gem for investors, highlighting its low valuations and the Bank of England’s ability to cut interest rates in its Global Outlook for 2026 report. UK stocks delivered 20% gains in 2025, among the best globally, yet negative media headlines continue to hold back investors from taking meaningful […]

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Nvidia shares rose on Thursday after the chip giant reported earnings that beat estimates and provided much-needed reassurance that the demand for AI compute was still rising. Nvidia posted record revenue of $57.0 billion for the third quarter ended October 26, 2025. The figure represents a 22% increase from the previous quarter and a 62% […]

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JD Sports has issued steady third-quarter trading, with total sales rising 8.1% at constant currency rates, though the retailer has cautioned on weaker near-term consumer indicators ahead of its crucial peak trading period. The sportswear giant reported group like-for-like sales down 1.7% for the 13 weeks to 1 November, with organic growth of 2.4%. Performance […]

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The FTSE 100 was largely flat on Wednesday as calm descended over global equities after a tumultuous week driven by concerns about AI valuations and interest rate expectations. London’s leading index was marginally higher at the time of writing and looked set to flip between negative and positive territory for the rest of the session. […]

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UK inflation eased to 3.6% in the year to October, down from September’s 3.8% reading, increasing the chances of a Bank of England interest rate cut next month. The core inflation measure, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, fell to 3.4% over the 12-month period. This represented a decline from September’s 3.5% and […]

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Guident is set to introduce MiCa, its autonomous shuttle service, to the City of Boca Raton in a new partnership with Circuit Transit, adding another deployment to its portfolio. The new loop will connect residents and visitors within Mizner Park when it launches on Friday, 21 November. The news comes as the company prepares for […]

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Conventional thinking would suggest you should avoid Crest Nicholson. The term ‘catching a falling knife’ springs to mind. The company has sunk to multi-year lows after a series of disappointing updates exacerbated by general gloom around the UK economy. Indeed, Crest Nicholson shares could go lower. Possibly significantly lower. But for those with a time […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was thrilled to welcome Jeck Herring, Chief Product Officer at Jiva Materials, to discuss their groundbreaking recyclable printed circuit board substrate. We discuss the market opportunity, their technology, and Jiva’s current funding round. Find out more about Jiva Materials here. Jiva is the creator of Soluboard®, a material that makes circuit boards […]

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The FTSE 100 was sharply lower again on Tuesday as the global equity selloff accelerated ahead of Nvidia earnings and the return of US data. London’s leading index was trading down by more than 1% at the time of writing. “Market jitters are back as traders position themselves to tackle a week centred around NVIDIA’s […]

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Web Summit 2025 brought together over 70,000 attendees in Lisbon this month to celebrate innovation and the global technology start-up ecosystem. We scoured the exhibition floor, masterclasses, and pitch sessions to bring together the most exciting startups attending this year’s event. In no particular order, these are UK Investor Magazine’s favourite startups from Web Summit […]

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Jesse Myers, Bitcoin Strategy Consultant of The Smarter Web Company, joins Jeremy Naylor as part of the UK Investor Magazine Aquis Showcase Series running up to the event on 19th November. Please register for the Aquis Showcase here using the code ‘UKINVEST’ for a 20% discount The Smarter Web Company provides web design, development and […]

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The FTSE 100 was struggling to hold firm on Monday as investors braced for the return of key US economic data points after the government shutdown prevented the release of potentially market-moving data. London’s leading index was down 0.2% at the time of writing after swings between minor gains and minor losses. “Global markets are […]

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RC Fornax has completed a heavily discounted placing that raised £2.5 million before expenses through the issue of 37.5 million shares. The UK-based defence consultancy, which delivers engineering solutions for critical military platforms, priced the shares at 6p each, a 39% discount on the price before the placing was announced. RC Fornax shares are now […]

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HICL Infrastructure and The Renewables Infrastructure Group have agreed to combine in a deal that will create Britain’s largest listed infrastructure investment company with net assets exceeding £5.3 billion. The merger will be implemented through the reconstruction and voluntary winding up of TRIG. TRIG’s assets will transfer to HICL in exchange for new HICL shares […]

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The venture capital playbook is being rewritten by agentic AI. Speaking at Web Summit, Larry Li, Founder and Managing Partner at Amino Capital and Forbes Midas List honoree, outlined how agentic AI is fundamentally transforming both startup formation and VC investment strategies. The solo founder renaissance Traditional VC wisdom held that diverse founding teams with […]

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The FTSE 100 tumbled on Friday after hawkish comments by Federal Reserve officials slashed hopes of a December rate cut and sparked a global equity rout. London’s leading index was trading down 1.8% at the time of writing, tracking a 1.6% decline in the S&P 500 and a poor overnight session for Asia. The German […]

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Melrose Industries has reaffirmed its full-year guidance following a robust four-month trading period, with group revenue climbing 14% at constant currency. The aerospace and defence manufacturer reported particularly strong momentum in its Engines division, with revenue surging 28% between July and October. Original equipment sales jumped 35%, driven by the company’s Rolls-Royce Strategic Partners portfolio […]

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MicroSalt shares jumped on Friday after the low-sodium salt producer significantly raised its revenue projections, driven by strong order momentum from key customers. The natural salt manufacturer reported unaudited sales of $1.66 million for the 10 months ended 31 October 2025 and now expects to exceed its original full-year revenue target of $2.0 million. MicroSalt […]

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The FTSE 100 was firmly in negative territory on Thursday as disappointing updates from 3i and Aviva outweighed positive news from precious metals miner Endeavour. London’s leading index was down 0.6%at the time of writing. “The FTSE 100 was held back in its latest attempt to make the 10,000 summit by some shares trading ex-dividend […]

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Tekcapital portfolio company Innovative Eyewear Inc. has reported impressive third-quarter results, with net revenue reaching $668,128, a 163% year-over-year increase. The smart eyewear manufacturer, which produces glasses under the Lucyd, Reebok, Eddie Bauer, and Nautica brands, saw nine-month revenue climb 80% to $1.7 million. The growth was largely driven by Lucyd Armor smart safety glasses, […]

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Rolls-Royce has announced very respectable trading results for the period up to 31 October 2025, maintaining its full-year guidance of £3.1-3.2bn underlying operating profit and £3.0-3.1bn free cash flow. With shares up another 100% in 2025, investors will ask if they have further to run. Today’s announcement suggests they probably have. The company secured significant […]

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GenIP is gearing up for the creation of SaaS model as revenue increases steadily amid the global expansion of its AI-powered analytics services. GenIP reported revenues of $408,000 for the ten months to 31 October 2025, up from $126,000 in the first half of the year. The company attributed revenue acceleration in the second half […]

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In recent years, retail investors have played an increasingly influential role in the UK stock market. The rise of online trading platforms and widespread access to financial information have empowered individuals to make their own investment choices. This growing participation is reshaping the market and introducing both opportunities and challenges. As more investors turn to […]

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Ben Richardson, CEO of SulNox, joins Jeremy Naylor as part of the UK Investor Magazine Aquis Showcase Series running up to the event on 19th November. Please register for the Aquis Showcase here using the code ‘UKINVEST’ for a 20% discount Sulnox is a greentech company delivering proven fuel savings and emissions reductions with zero […]

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The FTSE 100 eased back from a record high on Wednesday as UK-centric sectors, including retailers and housebuilders, weighed on the index. London’s leading index had started the session higher, but gains evaporated as the session progressed, leaving it trading marginally negative. UK investors digested several conflicting narratives on Wednesday, as US shares remained choppy […]

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On the fifth anniversary of Redwheel’s management of the Temple Bar Investment Trust, we take a look back at the trust’s performance and its current proposition to investors. Since Redwheel assumed management responsibilities of Temple Bar in October 2020, the Investment Trust has delivered strong returns that significantly outperform both its benchmark and its peer […]

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Taylor Wimpey has reported weaker trading in the second half of 2025 in a trading statement littered with the words ‘uncertainty’ and ‘challenging’. Shares in the UK’s third-largest housebuilder fell by over 3% on Wednesday, recording a net private sales rate of 0.63 homes per outlet per week between 30 June and 9 November. This […]

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‘Sponsored by BuyAssociation’ While headlines suggest that landlords are exiting the market, the data tells a different story: for those with the capital and conviction to stay in, UK buy-to-let is entering a golden period of scarcity-driven returns.  The fundamentals appear stark. Rental stock sits 23% below pre-pandemic levels, with new listings at their lowest […]

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The FTSE 100 surged on Tuesday for a second straight session as London was propelled higher by a US tech rebound and hopes of an interest rate cut in December. Disappointing UK jobs data has almost made an interest rate cut in December a near certainty after budget fears sent the UK unemployment rate to […]

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Shaun Hinds, CEO of Newbury Racecourse, joins Jeremy Naylor as part of the UK Investor Magazine Aquis Showcase Series running up to the event on 19th November. Please register for the Aquis Showcase here using the code ‘UKINVEST’ for a 20% discount Newbury Racecourse, established in 1904, has been publicly listed since 1982. The venue […]

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4imprint says it’s on track to exceed analyst expectations for both revenue and profit despite challenging macro conditions. The promotional products giant expects full-year revenue of at least $1.32 billion, hitting the high end of current analyst forecasts. Even more impressive, profit before tax is projected to reach at least $142 million, surpassing the upper […]

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A Bank of England rate cut looks all but nailed on in December after the UK labour market showed further signs of strain in September, with the employment rate edging down to 75.0% from 75.1% in August. Unemployment rose more sharply than anticipated, reaching 5.0% against market expectations of 4.9% and the previous month’s 4.8%. […]

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The FTSE 100 jumped on Monday as investors cheered a breakthrough in Washington that could end the government shutdown, which is starting to have a real economic impact on the US. London’s leading index was trading 0.9% higher at the time of writing. “Glimmers of hope that an end might be in sight to the […]

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UK intellectual property investment group Tekcapital has announced a strategic alliance with artificial intelligence innovator Nexscient, Inc. The partnership aims to identify and acquire transformative university technologies that align with Nexscient’s AI and advanced computing focus. The collaboration leverages Tekcapital’s extensive network of universities and research institutions to create opportunities for both companies. Nexscient will […]

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Buccaneer Energy shares sank on Monday after announcing the completion of drilling operations at its Allar #1 well in Texas. The well, located in the Fouke area of the Pine Mills Field, reached a total depth of 5,767 feet. Buccaneer holds a 32.5% working interest in the project. At a depth of 5,616 feet, the […]

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Russell Shor, Senior Market Strategist at Tradu, as we delve into UK interest rates, the bond market, the FTSE 100, and the gyrations in US AI stocks. Find out more about Tradu here. In this episode, we dive deep into the Bank of England’s latest interest rate decision […]

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The FTSE 100 was hit once again by negative undertones from US tech shares on Friday after another sharp selloff overnight. The NASDAQ closed down 1.9% as investors sold out of US technology names amid questions about an AI bubble. Tesla was heavily hit, while Palantir had another session to forget. The FTSE 100 had […]

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In this episode, we sit down with Harrison Gross, CEO of Innovative Eyewear (NASDAQ: LUCY), to explore the rapidly evolving world of smart glasses and how his company is shaping its future. Harrison shares insights into the latest update to Lucyd’s best-selling safety smart glasses line, explaining what sets the new range apart and how […]

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House prices across the UK rose at their strongest rate in nearly a year in October, according to data released by Halifax on Friday. Prices climbed 0.6% in October, marking a sharp reversal from September’s 0.3% decline. October’s gains were the fourth monthly increase in the past five months. Halfax says the average UK property […]

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In an age where technology is woven into every corner of modern life, Innovative Eyewear, Inc. (NASDAQ: LUCY) has carved out a remarkable niche blending fashion, function, and AI into the everyday accessory we wear most often: our glasses. From its flagship Lucyd brand to its licensed collections with Nautica, Reebok, and Eddie Bauer, the […]

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ITV shares soared on Friday after the group confirmed it had been approached by Sky with an offer to buy its media and entertainment arm for an enterprise value of £1.6bn. The bid comes shortly after Liberty Global sold half of its stake in ITV, effectively clearing the way for a bid for all or […]

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Chris Heminway, Executive Chairman of Time to Act, joins Jeremy Naylor as part of the UK Investor Magazine Aquis Showcase Series running up to the event on 19th November. Please register for the Aquis Showcase here using the code ‘UKINVEST’ for a 20% discount Time to Act is an Aquis-listed aggregator platform that builds and […]

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The FTSE 100 recovered losses on Thursday after the Bank of England left interest rates at 4%, as expected. London’s leading index started the day positive, but the gains quickly turned to losses, and the FTSE 100 was trading down around 0.35% heading into the Bank of England’s interest rate decision. However, the FTSE 100 […]

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While the average UK house price continues to grow steadily amid economic headwinds, some areas are seeing prices surge well beyond the UK average. Recent data reveals the cities leading the charge across the UK, with several proving real powerhouses for average house price growth. Top 5 UK cities for annual house price growth According […]

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We take a look at three dividend shares with strong income characteristics and yields that beat the benchmark FTSE 100 dividend yield of around 3.2%. Our dividend shares for consideration include a UK equity trust, an exciting small-cap, and a FTSE 100 stalwart. Dunedin Income Growth Investment Trust The Dunedin Income Growth Investment Trust (DIGIT) […]

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Vistry said it is confident it can deliver profit growth in FY25 in a trading statement released on Thursday, pointing to strong demand from its partner model despite challenging market conditions. The group said demand from Registered Providers and Local Authorities has continued to strengthen significantly, and the company expects to conclude several new Partner […]

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Filtronic plc has landed a €7 million contract to supply RF assemblies for a major Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation programme. The three-year deal with a leading European aerospace manufacturer marks another milestone for the UK-based RF solutions specialist after announcing a string of new wins this year, including several with Elon Musk’s SpaceX. […]

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The FTSE 100’s defensive attributes were on display on Wednesday after tech shares sent US indices sharply lower overnight. The S&P 500 closed 1.1% lower, while the tech-heavy NASDAQ sank 2.2%. US tech names, including Nvidia, Tesla, Micron Technology, Uber, Dell, and Palantir, were all heavily hit by concerns about lofty valuations throughout the sector. […]

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Marks & Spencer has confirmed the cyber attack led to £100m in costs, ravaging the group’s operating profit for the 26-week period ended 27th September. Operating profit for the period fell to £184.1m from £413.1m in the same period last year despite sales rising 22% to £7.9bn. The jump in revenue, however, was entirely due […]

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The struggles of the hospitality industry are well-documented. Wetherspoons, however, is outperforming the wider industry and making the best of a bad situation. In the first 14 weeks of the financial year, like-for-like sales rose 3.7% year-on-year. Bar sales climbed 5.7%, whilst food grew a modest 0.9% and slot machines jumped 8.9%. Hotel room sales […]

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Barratt Redrow has shaken off concerns about the budget over the past 17 weeks, enjoying increased completions and an increased orderbook. Although the group pointed to tough market conditions caused by the UK government’s fiscal policies, Barratt completed 3,665 homes in the period to 26 October, up 7.9% year on year. There were some signs […]

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Investors find the healthcare sector at a potential inflection point. After years of delivering steady and attractive growth driven by several long-term trends, cutting-edge innovation, and favourable market conditions, the industry has recently struggled with poor investor sentiment, weighed down by political uncertainty. Yet according to the specialist team behind Polar Capital Global Healthcare Trust […]

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In this episode, we sit down with Matt Cable, Fund Manager at Rights & Issues Investment Trust, to explore his investment strategy and approach to UK smaller companies. Find out more about the Rights & Issues Investment Trust here. Matt discusses what sets his fund apart from peers, the practical implications of being style agnostic, […]

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The FTSE 100 was sharply lower on Tuesday after Rachel Reeves delivered a highly unusual speech setting the scene for tax hikes at the upcoming budget. The Chancellor repeatedly refused to rule out tax hikes in a inpromptu speech made early on Tuesday morning that focused on challenges for the economy. “The scale of the […]

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Adsure Services has issued an encouraging trading and corporate update, highlighting that its orderbook has grown by double digits since the start of the current financial year in April 2025, suggesting the company is set for another year of top-line growth. The specialist business assurance provider, which operates through its subsidiary, TIAA Limited, has seen […]

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Tekcapital Plc has announced that its portfolio company, Innovative Eyewear, is expanding its popular Lucyd Armor smart safety glasses collection with four exciting new models. The original Lucyd Armor, launched in October 2024, has become the company’s top-selling smart eyewear product. The new range is designed to reach a broader audience while maintaining the powerful […]

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AB Foods is exploring separating its food business from Primark to maximise shareholder value amid falling sales and profits. The group said it was reviewing its structure alongside the release of final results that showed operating profit fell 23% as revenues declined 1%. AB Foods’ solution to this problem appears to be to break up […]

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Serica Energy has struck a deal to acquire a 40% interest in the P2530 Licence for approximately £500,000, marking another strategic expansion in the UK North Sea. The agreement with Finder Energy gives Serica access to the Wagtail oil discovery along with two promising exploration prospects. This acquisition adds an estimated 8 million barrels of […]

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The FTSE 100 made steady gains on Monday as traders prepared for the Bank of England’s interest rate decision on Thursday and signals for future interest rate cuts. London’s leading index edged 0.1% higher in midday trade on Monday. “London stocks have a touch higher this morning as investors brace for a pivotal week at the […]

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Prudential shares present an ‘exciting buying opportunity’ according to equity analysts at Morningstar, with shares trading 16.5% below Morningstar’s Fair Value Estimate despite a major pivot in capital allocation that promises to unlock significant shareholder value. The insurance giant’s recent strategic decisions — a $2 billion share buyback program and the partial divestment of its […]

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Brave Bison has confirmed it made an unsolicited £50 million offer to acquire M&C Saatchi Performance, only to see the approach rebuffed by M&C Saatchi. Brave Bison, the next-generation marketing group, submitted a non-binding proposal for the companies, trade and assets comprising MCSP, which it planned to merge with its existing performance marketing operations. The […]

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Capita has secured a significant contract extension with Samsung Electronics UK, building on a successful 14-year partnership that began in 2011. The expanded agreement will see Capita continue delivering comprehensive customer experience services for Samsung’s consumer electronics range, from mobile phones to televisions. The new contract focuses on cutting-edge technology integration, with Capita planning to […]

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Majestic Corporation has announced a significant expansion of its recycling operations with the launch of a new 50,000 square foot facility in Wrexham, Wales. The sustainable circular-economy solutions provider, which specialises in recycling and non-ferrous metals, has secured a lease on a new industrial space to meet growing demand for e-waste recycling across the UK […]

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The UK Investor Magazine was thrilled to welcome Bang Curry founders Shelly and Mark to delve into the company’s latest developments. London-based Bang Curry has served over 25,000 customers with its authentic Bangladeshi curry kits since being founded by Shelly, who discovered her passion for traditional Bangladeshi cuisine in the culturally diverse surroundings of Brick […]

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The FTSE 100 fell on Friday, tracking US stocks lower as disappointment over interest rates and mixed tech earnings knocked sentiment. London’s leading index was down 0.5% at the time of writing, but had found support just above the 9,700 mark. “Weakness on Wall Street haunted European markets on the morning of Halloween and saw […]

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MHA, the professional services firm, has got off to a strong start as a listed company with revenue rising 13% to approximately £121.3 million for the six months ending 30 September 2025. The AIM-listed provider of audit, tax, and advisory services said revenue increased from £107.2 million in the same period last year, driven partly […]

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Helium One Global has reached a major milestone in its Colorado helium development project, with construction officially commencing on the production facility pad and gathering system at the Galactica-Pegasus site. The company also said that first production is on track for December 2025. Helium One Global, which holds a 50% working interest in the project, […]

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Fresnillo, the FTSE 100’s best-performing stock so far in 2025, has struck a deal to expand its operations into Canada, announcing the acquisition of Probe Gold Inc. for CAD$780 million in an all-cash transaction. The acquisition price of CAD $3.65 per share represents a 24% premium over Probe’s 30-day volume-weighted average trading price on the […]

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House prices across Britain climbed modestly in October, with annual growth ticking up to 2.4% from September’s 2.2%, according to Nationwide Building Society. The average property now costs £272,226. Monthly growth stood at 0.3%, slightly down from the previous month’s 0.5% increase. The figures suggest the housing market is maintaining steady, if unremarkable, momentum. Nationwide’s […]

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The FTSE 100 was lower on Thursday as markets adjusted to new interest rate expectations after last night’s Federal Reserve interest rate decision and press conference.  Investors also digested the outcome of the US/China trade talks, including several agreements and concessions between the world’s largest economies. The adage that ‘it’s better to travel than arrive’ […]

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Selling a business isn’t as simple as agreeing on a number. While revenue and profit margins form the foundation of any valuation, the final price often hinges on factors that remain hidden until negotiations are well underway. For many UK business owners, these overlooked elements can mean the difference between a smooth, profitable exit and […]

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A new report published by Dealroom and HSBC reveals that UK VC investment surged to its highest level since 2022 in the third quarter, as startups, including Revolut and Nscale, completed bumper rounds during the period. In the third quarter of 2025, UK startups raised $9 billion in venture capital, positioning the UK as Europe’s […]

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Lloyds shares have stormed to the upside and now trade close to the highest levels since the financial crisis. With the Lloyds share price at 89p, investors will be eyeing the 100p as the next major target, especially if we see a break of 90p in the short term. Whether Lloyds can hit this key psychological […]

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Meta shares sank on the release of Q3 earnings, despite the tech giant beating estimates, as investors fretted about rising AI-related costs. Revenue for the period was $51.24 billion, an increase of 26% year-over-year and higher than the $49.41bn analysts had predicted. Meta shares were down 8% in the US premarket. However, the decline in […]

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Shawbrook Group has priced its initial public offering at 370p per share, the middle of the 350p – 390p range set out earlier in October. The price gives the specialist lender a market capitalisation of approximately £1.92 billion. The IPO comprises 13.5 million new shares raising £50 million in gross proceeds, alongside 80.5 million existing […]

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The FTSE 100 soared to a fresh intraday record high on Wednesday as hopes of a US/China trade deal boosted sentiment. London’s leading index was trading 0.5% to the good at the time of writing, touching highs above 9,750. “A positive mood on Wall Street extended into European markets on Wednesday on increased hopes for […]

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Bitcoin prices are consolidating recent gains that saw the cryptocurrency fail to attack recent highs around $125,000. The outlook for Bitcoin looks increasingly hazy after a massive liquidation of leveraged cryptocurrencies left many traders licking their wounds and likley hesitant to take on as much risk as they did before the great unwind in September. […]

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GSK reported third-quarter sales of £8.5 billion, up 8% at constant exchange rates, driven by strong performance across its Specialty Medicines, Vaccines and General Medicines divisions. GSK shares rose over 3% on Wednesday, and investors will hope the strong sales momentum gives GSK a fighting chance of breaking out of its decade-long trading range that […]

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Next has upgraded its full-year profit guidance yet again after sales significantly outperformed expectations in the third quarter. The fashion retailer reported full-price sales growth of 10.5% in the 13 weeks to 25 October, beating its own forecast by £76m. Investors will be pleased to see that the strong performance has prompted the company to […]

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Quantum computing pioneer Alice & Bob has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to integrate the chipmaker’s NVQLink architecture into its fault-tolerant quantum computing systems. The partnership centres around NVQLink, NVIDIA’s open-source platform launched at GTC Washington this week that integrates GPUs into real-time quantum feedback loops, addressing a critical challenge in fault-tolerant quantum computing (FTQC). […]

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The FTSE 100 tiptoed higher again on Tuesday and was set to reach another record high amid hopes of a US interest rate cut this week. The gains, however, were meagre compared to a rally in the US overnight, which saw the S&P 500 close over 1.2% as tech shares soared. S&P 500 futures were […]

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Divorce is one of the most significant life events that can alter long-term financial security. Dividing property, savings, pensions, and business interests often requires difficult decisions that influence not just immediate stability but future independence. Many individuals underestimate how much these settlements shape their standard of living for years to come. Careful planning, legal expertise, […]

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HSBC shares rose on Tuesday after the bank announced strong underlying performance that shone through provisions related to the Madoff Ponzi scheme. Net interest income for Q3 increased 15% to $8.8bn compared to last year, reflecting higher deposits and an 11bps jump in net interest margin to 1.57%. “HSBC’s latest results show solid progress toward […]

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Pulsar Helium shares fell on Tuesday after a company managed by a Pulsar director sold a £3 million stake in the helium firm. ABCrescent Cooperatief U.A. (ABC), where Pulsar Helium director Brice Laurent is a managing partner, sold 8,223,684 shares on October 27, 2025. The shares were sold in the UK at 0.38 pence each, […]

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evoke shares rose on Tuesday after the betting and gaming group announced a 5% revenue increase to £435m in the third quarter, marking its fifth straight period of year-on-year growth as all three operating divisions expanded. The owners of William Hill, 888 and Mr Green maintained their full-year guidance, reiterating expectations of achieving an adjusted […]

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The FTSE 100 traded within a tight range on Monday as investors digested positive developments from the China/US trade talks. London’s leading index was marginally higher on Monday, trading in a tight range between 9,660 and 9,635—the top end of this range was a fresh intraday record high. A close above 9,645 would be a […]

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A study by Opinium for Hargreaves Lansdown has identified the top five biggest fears ahead of November’s budget, with income tax and VAT at the top of the list. The UK government is refusing to rule out tax increases in the upcoming budget and has manufactured widespread fear among businesses and consumers, which is being […]

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Goodwin shares jumped on Monday after the engineering company upgraded its profit outlook and announced a special dividend to be paid in November. After releasing a trading update just a month ago, Goodwin made a surprise announcement on Monday that it expects pre-tax trading profit to exceed £71 million for the financial year ending April […]

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Following Vietnam’s upgrade to emerging market status by FTSE Russell in early October, analysts estimate the new status could attract US$4–10bn in portfolio inflows over the next 12–18 months. Other estimates predict Vietnam could see cumulative capital inflows of up to US$25bn by 2030. This represents a wave of capital that will support the continued […]

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JPMorgan Global Emerging Markets Income Trust (JEMI) aims to provide a diversified income-oriented way to tap into the growth potential of global emerging markets. The trust primarily seeks a dividend yield which is higher than the average emerging market company and is free to invest in any particular market, sector or country in the global emerging […]

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Dunedin Income Growth Investment Trust targets growth of income and capital from a portfolio invested mainly in UK companies that meet the Company’s Sustainable and Responsible investing criteria. The Board believes that companies that best manage Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) risks and opportunities will provide investors with superior risk adjusted returns. Download the presentation […]

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The FTSE 100 was steady near all-time record highs on Friday as investors braced for the next phase of China/US trade talks, as Trump prepared to head to Asia. After closing at a record high of 9,578 yesterday, the FTSE 100 eased back to 9,560 in mid-morning trading. The index also touched an intraday high […]

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More good news from FTSE 100 banks. NatWest profit surged 35% in the third quarter compared to the same period last year as income increased 15%. Natwest shares rose by more than 3% in the immediate reaction after hitting their highest levels since 2010 in very early trade on Friday. “NatWest has joined Barclays in […]

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