Tesco has rounded off its financial year with another set of solid numbers, posting sales growth across all of its markets, its highest UK market share in over a decade, and a fresh £750m buyback. Investors should be encouraged by most of Tesco’s key metrics, given the challenging economic backdrop in which they are operating. […]

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UK GDP grew 0.5% in February before the Iran war started, as strong services and production offset weakness in construction. UK growth of 0.5% in February was much higher than the 0.1% recorded in January, showing the UK economy was getting itself on a better footing before the US and Israel launched attacks on Iran. […]

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Barratt Redrow has reported a resilient third quarter, with private reservation rates ticking up and the housebuilder reaffirming full-year guidance despite growing economic uncertainty. The group’s net private reservation rate rose 3.2% to 0.64 per outlet per week, up from 0.62 a year earlier. Including contributions from the private rental sector and multi-unit sales, the […]

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The FTSE 100 rose on Tuesday as investors took a glass-half-full approach to the latest developments in the US-Iran negotiations, which saw a US blockade imposed yesterday afternoon. With it unclear whether the blockade should be viewed as a negotiating tactic or an escalatory move, equity investors looked to oil markets and a 2% drop […]

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Sony TV: Japanese “Soul,” Chinese “Body”: Sony recently handed effective control of its TV business to TCL, marking the endpoint of a 15‑year structural shift from Japanese to Chinese TV manufacturing. The move signals the end of the “Japanese precision” era in the TV market. Samsung: The Last Titan: With Sony stepping back, Samsung remains the only […]

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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’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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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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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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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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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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UK retail sales have grown for the fourth month in a row as UK consumers splashed out on gold jewellery and electronics. Higher discretionary spending will please the Treasury ahead of November’s budget, but they shouldn’t get too excited because the 0.5% retail sales growth rate was lower than the 0.6% in the month prior. […]

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HMRC’s intake from Inheritance Tax receipts rose £100m to £4.4bn during the period from April to September this year as rising property prices and a frozen threshold meant more people paid the tax. IHT payments are set to hit a record high this year and accelerate after new measures come into effect next year. “The […]

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The FTSE 100 fell sharply on Friday amid concerns about US regional banks, which rocked global equity markets after several institutions warned of credit fraud risks. London’s leading index was down 1.2% at the time of writing as investors rushed to reduce equity positions after the strong rally of recent months. “It was an ugly […]

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Wishbone Gold (AIM & Aquis: WSBN) has provided an exploration update on its Red Setter Gold Dome Project, located 20km south-west of Greatland Gold’s Telfer gold mine in Western Australia. Today’s announcement provides investors with little more than an update on which holes the company has been drilling and what’s next for the programme. The […]

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UK GDP grew at the meagre rate of 0.1% in August, as the economy was paralysed by fears of what the UK government may do to damage sentiment ahead of the upcoming budget. The construction industry was a drag on overall activity as output fell 0.3%. Services flatlined while production grew 0.4%. “The UK economy […]

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IG is offering new clients a free share bundle worth between £40 and £200 when they invest at least £50 into a general investment account, ISA or SIPP before 31st October 2025. Open an IG account here. The investment platform has offered new clients a number of incentives in recent months. October appears to be […]

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Shawbrook has announced its intention to list on the London Stock Exchange, as London IPO activity shows signs of momentum following the listing of Beauty Tech Group last week and the announcement by Princes Group of its IPO plans. We’re going to need a more sustained flow of IPOs to call the recent spate of […]

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Nvidia to invest up to $100bn in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI as part of a strategic partnership to build 10 gigawatts of AI data centres with Nvidia’s chips. The strategic goal here is clear. Help OpenAI, which now has 700 million weekly users, embed its AI technology and solutions into the wider economy to ramp up token […]

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The FTSE 100 was marginally higher on Monday as London failed to keep pace with a global equity rally that sees US indices at fresh record highs. London’s leading index was around 10 points higher at the time of writing. “Like a teenager still adjusting to being back at school, the FTSE 100’s recent lethargy […]

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Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ:RGTI) shares soared after announcing it has secured a three-year, $5.8 million contract from the US Air Force Research Laboratory to develop superconducting quantum networking technology. The company will partner with Dutch quantum startup QphoX on the project that focuses on creating quantum networks that could revolutionise computing by connecting multiple quantum processors […]

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UK CPI inflation held at 3.8% in August as food prices continued to rise, piling pressure on consumers. The August read of 3.8% was exactly the same as in July, suggesting inflationary pressures had eased over the summer, although it’s difficult to call this good news for the economy. Forecasts point to higher inflation in […]

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The UK jobs market has shown additional signs of deterioration, with wage growth slowing and the number of vacancies for open jobs falling. The unemployment rate remained at 4.7% in June – the highest level since 2021. There were 6,000 fewer people on UK payrolls and 10,000 fewer vacancies. This all points to a slowing […]

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The UK is in the grips of a slowdown induced by higher National Insurance and low consumer confidence, caused in large part by the government’s approach to economic policy. The UK produced zero growth in July after growing 0.4% in June and falling 0.1% in May. In addition to rising taxes, UK growth is still […]

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Klarna surged higher in its US debt yesterday after the fintech raised $1.4 billion at a $15 billion valuation to accelerate the growth of its ‘buy now, pay later’ offering, as well as explore additional opportunities in digital banking. The stock closed yesterday’s session at $45 after listing with an offer price of $40. While […]

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Anglo American and Teck Resources have announced a merger of equals that will create Anglo Teck, a global critical minerals giant positioned as one of the world’s top five copper producers. The newly formed company is expected to provide investors with exposure to an entity that is 70% focused on copper, marking a strategic pivot […]

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Berkeley Group Holdings has called on the government to support investment in the London housing market with planning reform and lower taxes in a trading statement released on Friday. The group is highly weighted to London and the South East – an area of slowing house price growth as highlighted by the latest Halifax House […]

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Churchill China appears to be in a state of managed decline. Growth prospects are scarce, and core markets are showing signs of weakness. The performance ceramic manufacturer serving hospitality markets worldwide has posted a 5.2% decline in revenue for the first half of 2025, highlighting the ongoing challenges facing the industry. The AIM-listed company reported […]

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by Russell Shor The Dollar and Gold are Related For much of market history, the dollar and gold have moved in opposite directions. When the greenback strengthens, the precious metal often falters; when the dollar weakens, gold tends to shine. There are exceptions, of course, but the inverse link remains a defining feature of their […]

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John Wood Group has agreed to sell its North American Transmission & Distribution engineering business to Qualus LLC for $110 million as part of Wood’s ongoing disposal programme aimed at shedding non-core assets. Wood Group are being forced to strip down the business to pay off debts. The Aberdeen-based engineering firm reached the agreement following […]

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Filtronic plc has announced its largest single order to date, worth £47.3m ($62.5m), from SpaceX for next-generation gallium nitride (GaN) E-band technology. Initial production units will ship in FY2027, with material revenues expected across FY2027 and FY2028. Revenue recognition will commence upon product delivery rather than order placement, following amendments to the original Strategic Partnership […]

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The FTSE 100 touched fresh intraday record highs on Thursday before easing back as London’s defensive attributes attracted investors amid a US tech sell-off. London’s leading index was trading down 0.3% at the time of writing after hitting an intraday record of 9,301 earlier in the session.  The FTSE 100’s more defensive-oriented stocks were among […]

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Inheritance tax receipts have continued their upward trajectory as asset prices rise and major estates are dragged into paying the tax. Income tax receipts surged dramatically in July, driven by a combination of the self-assessment deadline and the ongoing freeze on tax thresholds. Inheritance tax receipts for the period from April 2025 to July 2025 […]

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The UK job market is sending conflicting signals as vacancies continue their relentless decline while wages maintain strong growth despite rising unemployment. Job openings plummeted by 44,000 to 718,000 between May and July, marking the 37th consecutive month of falls. This slide has pushed vacancies to 9.7% below pre-pandemic levels, signalling a significant cooling in […]

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Britain is grappling with a severe retirement savings crisis, with newly released Department for Work and Pensions figures revealing that more than two-fifths of working-age adults—equivalent to 14.6 million people—are failing to save adequately for their later years. The situation is particularly acute amongst the self-employed, with over three million not contributing to any pension […]

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The FTSE 100 soared on Tuesday as investors digested a raft of corporate updates and readied themselves for a string of risk events later in the week.  London’s leading index was trading 0.7% at 9,149 at the time of writing and had recovered almost all of the prior days losses. It was another busy day […]

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Greggs’ shares were down around 50% from their 2024 peak going into the release of today’s interim results. The baker provided little reason to start buying back into the stock on Tuusday and shares sank another 5% following the release. Total first-half sales rose 7.0%, driven by like-for-like growth of 2.6% in company-managed shops and […]

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Inheritance tax receipts reached £2.2 billion in the first quarter of the current tax year, according to figures published by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) today. The total represents a £100 million increase on the same period last year and shows no sign of slowing down. Whilst inheritance tax currently affects only a small proportion […]

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UK inflation increased again in June, piling further pressure on UK households and businesses at a time when the labour market is slowing and interest rates remain at elevated levels. “CPI came in at 3.6% in June, up from 3.4% in May with core inflation quite a bit higher at 3.7% in June compared with […]

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The UK economy shrank for the second consecutive month in May, as construction and production output tumbled amid Labour’s tax increases, the cost-of-living crisis and concerns about Donald Trump’s tariffs. The 0.1% contraction in May will rightly pile pressure on the Labour government, which has talked the economy down and manufactured a slowdown in activity […]

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IG is offering new clients a bonus share worth up to £100 when they open a general investment account, ISA or SIPP before 30th August. Open an IG account here. IG has earned recognition as the 2024 Best Share Dealing Platform by Yourmoney.co.uk, alongside being named Best for Low-cost ISA by the Boring Money Best […]

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New research by Hargreaves Lansdown, in conjunction with Opinium, found that 20% of people regret not starting their retirement preparations earlier. Additionally, a further 15% of people stated that they wished they had contributed more to their pensions. Of the people surveyed, 57% had no retirement regrets. Although more than half of the people surveyed […]

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AFC Energy shares soared on Friday after the hydrogen firm announced a partnership with Industrial Chemicals Group to establish a 50:50 joint venture that will produce hydrogen from ammonia using proprietary cracking technology. The collaboration aims to disrupt the UK hydrogen market by producing and selling hydrogen at competitive prices without relying on government subsidies. The […]

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The FTSE 100 rose amid a broad rally in European shares on Wednesday as investors dared to be optimistic about trade talks and developments in US spending and tax cut plans. London’s leading index was 0.2% higher at the time of writing as the German DAX added 0.4%. The French CAC soared 1.1%. “It’s a […]

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The FTSE 100 rose in early trade on Wednesday as relief around the Middle East ceasefire continued for a second day, but the gains were small and were quickly sold into by traders. London’s leading index was trading down 0.1% as oil prices recovered following steep losses yesterday.  Although sentiment received a boost from the […]

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There’s a growing weight of evidence that the UK economy is slowing down. Recent jobs data showed employers are becoming increasingly cautious about hiring plans, and slowing house price growth suggests underlying concern among homeowners. Add to that today’s contraction in retail sales during May and we have an economy that is showing signs of […]

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UK inflation remained well above the Bank of England’s target rate in May as higher food prices lifted average prices. May inflation came in at 3.4%, slightly above economists’ predictions. The reading is bad news for households, and also means the Bank of England is less likley to cut rates at upcoming meetings. That said, […]

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The average UK house price surged 2.5% in the year to May, according to fresh data released by Halifax. However, while the annual growth rate remained reasonably strong, there was some weakness month on month with prices falling 0.4% in the month to May. The annual growth rate fell to 2.5% from 3.2% in the previous […]

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Inheritance Tax receipts are on the rise again. The government’s IHT intake hit £800 million in April 2025, according to data released by HMRC this morning. This is around £97 million more than the government took from estates in the same period last year, and sets a course for another record year of Inheritance Tax receipts. […]

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A higher-than-expected UK CPI inflation reading of 3.5% sent the pound higher against the dollar on Wednesday as heating bills drove average prices up. “Inflation is back with a bang: like an unwanted house guest, breaking down the door, emptying the fridge and bleeding you dry,” said Sarah Coles, head of personal finance, Hargreaves Lansdown. […]

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Financial guarantees from the National Wealth Fund and UK Export Finance have facilitated over £1 billion in financing from a consortium of international banks, including HSBC, Standard Chartered, BBVA, SMBC and Societe Generale. The investment will fund construction and operations of AESC’s cutting-edge gigafactory, creating more than 1,000 direct jobs. This significant transaction will strengthen […]

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Burberry shares were sharply higher on Wednesday after the luxury brand revealed the initial success of its ‘Burberry Forward’ strategic plan, designed to improve retail sales. Following a difficult start to the year, Burberry has begun to turn things around after launching its strategic plan, with the pace of sales declines slowing to 5% in […]

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A Freedom of Information request obtained by AJ Bell’s Dodl investing app has revealed that just under 14.4 million current Premium Bond holders—almost two-thirds (63%) of all holders—have never won a prize. Despite the lacklustre returns, Premium Bonds remain one of the UK’s most popular savings products, held by approximately 22.7 million people with a […]

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Mobico Group shares sank on Friday after announcing an agreement to sell its North America School Bus business to I Squared Capital for an enterprise value of up to $608 million. The deal represents approximately 50 times School Bus’ expected FY24 Adjusted Operating Profit of $11.5 million and about 5.0 times its expected FY24 Adjusted […]

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In the world of technology, at every step and turn, innovation is not merely a catchphrase but more of a survival tool. The different application development companies across the UK also set trends for the rest of the world, revolutionizing industries and rewriting new rules of business-consumer interaction in the digital age. Innovation, however, does […]

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Wood Group shares surged higher on Monday after the company announced that the board favoured the acceptance of a 35p offer for the company by Middle East-based global engineering consultancy Sidara. The board of Wood has indicated it would be “minded to recommend” the possible offer to shareholders, subject to finalisation of terms and conditions. […]

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The impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs was first felt in global equities as investors dumped risky stocks and bought into safe havens. One of the safe havens that investors initially flocked to was the US Treasury market. 10-year Treasury yields briefly fell below 4% for the first time since early 2024 last week. However, the […]

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The FTSE 100 rose on Friday, helped higher by more good news from the UK’s retail sector and confirmation that the UK managed to carve out gains in the final quarter of 2024. The UK’s retail industry is having a good week. Next’s results yesterday showed that retailers can grow sales and increase profits despite […]

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Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations were formulated by UEFA and have subsequently been adopted by leagues, such as the English Premier League, to improve the financial health of football clubs. These regulations keep clubs from overspending, promote fiscal responsibility, and minimize the threat of far-reaching losses or administration. It sounds simple enough, “don’t spend more […]

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Uber and Waymo officially launched their autonomous vehicle partnership in Austin this week. Through the Uber app, riders can be matched with Waymo’s self-driving cars. The collaboration between Uber and Waymo brings together Waymo’s autonomous driving technology with Uber’s established ride-hailing platform to create a formidable AV offering. The location is notable because it is […]

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Shares in Helium One Global Ltd (AIM: HE1) soared this morning following two announcements related to their USA and Tanzanian operations. The company, which also holds a 50% working interest in the Galactica-Pegasus helium project in Colorado and operates the southern Rukwa Helium Project in Tanzania, saw its shares jump over 20% on Monday after […]

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Totally shares surged on Thursday after the company announced two significant contract renewals for urgent care services valued at approximately £30 million. Shares in the provider of frontline healthcare services were 9% higher at the time of writing. The company has been awarded a five-year contract for General Practice out-of-Hours services in the North East […]

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Innovative Eyewear, the developer of ChatGPT-enabled smart eyewear under several notable brands including Lucyd, Nautica, Eddie Bauer and Reebok, has announced a significant enhancement to its Lucyd App’s Walkie feature. The update, launched on 24 February 2025, provides premium subscribers with access to secure and private walkie channels, offering businesses and organisations a sophisticated tool […]

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Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has confirmed the UK government plans to review its visa program to attract a greater percentage of high-skilled workers to these shores. With a bold vision to recruit more skilled workers from overseas to support Britain’s artificial intelligence (AI) and life sciences sectors, Reeves revealed a new immigration white […]

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UK Oil & Gas shares sank on Friday after raising £400,431 through a heavily private placing to advance its South Dorset hydrogen storage project. The placing, conducted with a select group of professional investors at 0.0102p per share, will provide essential funding for the project’s development and its participation in the government’s upcoming Hydrogen Storage […]

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UK CPI inflation has soared to 3% in January from 2.5% in December as fuel and food lifted average prices. Economists had expected inflation to increase to 2.8% in January and the higher reading will raise questions about the Bank of England’s next move on interest rates. “Inflation is back to behaving like a caffeinated […]

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The UK economy unexpectedly grew in the fourth quarter of 2024 after flatlining in the third quarter, offering some respite to the UK government, which has orchestrated a slowdown through damaging policy decisions. The fallout of the autumn budget and generally downbeat economic rhetoric from the UK government was expected to see UK GDP fall […]

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Helium One Global shares jumped on Tuesday as anticipation around its US helium operations gathers momentum. The company recently modified its winter drilling schedule due to poor weather conditions across North America. The company said the drill rig would be mobilised this week, and today’s rise can be attributed to expectations of an update from […]

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Bellway has reported an 11.9% increase in housing completions for the six months ended 31 January 2025, delivering 4,577 homes compared to 4,092 in the same period last year. The company’s latest trading update reveals robust performance across key metrics, with housing revenue climbing 12% to over £1.42 billion. The average selling price showed modest […]

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Filtronic plc, the British designer and manufacturer of high-tech products for aerospace, defence, space and telecommunications infrastructure, has secured a major contract in their strategic partnership with Elon Musk’s SpaceX worth £16.8m ($20.9m). Filtronic shares jumped 15% to trade above 100p in early trade, meaning the UK tech stock’s shares have more than tripled since […]

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Engineering materials specialist Victrex has reported a robust start to its 2025 financial year, with first-quarter group revenue rising 9% to £66.6m and volume growth of 20% to 898 tonnes. Victrex enjoyed strength across most of its industry groups. The company noted growth in aerospace, while the electronics segment benefited from increased demand for semiconductor […]

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Recruitment firm Staffline (LON: STAF) beat expectations for 2024 thanks to gains in market share. Zeus has raised its 2024 pre-tax profit forecast from £5.6m to £6.2m. However, the 2025 estimated has been cut from £7.8m to £5.6m, reflecting downgraded expectations for the recruitment market and higher interest charges as rates remain higher than previously […]

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The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, recognised the crucial role of Cornish Metal’s South Crofty tin mine in accelerating the nation’s transition to net zero and driving economic development in a speech delivered on Wednesday. The speech followed news that the UK National Wealth Fund (NWF) has invested £28m in Cornish Metals as part […]

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Helium One Global shares fell on Wednesday after announcing a delay to its drilling operations in Las Animas County, Colorado, due to adverse drilling conditions. The company is implementing measures to ensure continued site access during challenging winter conditions. Road improvements, including gravelling operations for access routes to both the Jackson-31 and Jackson-4 well locations, […]

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Cerillion shares jumped on Monday after the telecom software provided announced a ‘major’ new contract win. Cerillion has secured a significant $11.4 million contract with a national telecommunications operator in the Caucasus region. The five-year agreement will see the company provide its billing, charging and customer relationship management software solutions to support more than one […]

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UK inflation fell to 2.5% in December as service inflation fell amid a cooling of the economy just as the media started questioning how long Rachel Reeves has left before Starmer gives her the boot. The chancellor has been thrown a lifeline in the form of falling inflation, which will help settle financial markets and […]

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Persimmon shares rose on Tuesday after the housebuilder released a positive assessment of full-year trading, with the number of completions and average house sales prices rising as the group made investments for the future. Persimmon has gone a long way in distancing itself from the pessimistic narrative surrounding the UK residential property market by posting […]

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B&M shares sank on Thursday after the discounting group issued a soft trading update for the festive period. It appears expectations for the group were high as shares sold off despite the company seeing B&M UK revenue growth of 2.8% during the key festive trading period. The sell-off also seems unjust, given B&M announced a […]

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Tekcapital’s Guident is preparing for an IPO that has the potential to make 2025 a year to remember for Tekcapital investors. Guident has every possibility of being worth many multiples of Tekcapital’s current market at, or very shortly after, its IPO. The AV sector is starting to heat up. Elon Musk’s involvement in the new […]

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Helium One Global has announced progress at its Galactica-Pegasus helium development project in Colorado, USA, where it holds a 50% working interest alongside operator Blue Star Helium. In a brief announcement, Helium One outlined that construction work has begun on site access and well pad preparation at the Jackson #31 location, with similar work planned […]

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Global equities sank on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve delivered a ‘hawkish cut’ to interest rates, sending a wave of disappointment through financial markets. The Bank of England helped stem the selling with hints of rate cuts in the new year, despite keeping rates on hold at 4.75%. So much for a Santa rally. […]

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Hargreaves Lansdown’s head of money and markets, Susannah Streeter, has issued a fascinating outlook for the world’s leading technology companies, the ‘Magnificent Seven’. The US tech shares, including Nvidia, Alphabet, Meta, and Microsoft, have been instrumental in equity market returns in 2024 as developments in the field of AI boost sentiment and earnings. Here is […]

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Currys shares were well bid on Thursday after the retailer announced a sharp increase in profits and market share. The UK and Ireland were the bright spots as group revenue increased 2%. The electronics retailer achieved a group-wide adjusted EBIT of £41 million, representing a 52% increase year-on-year, while free cash flow improved substantially to […]

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Games Workshop has confirmed an agreement with Amazon granting exclusive rights to develop films and television series based on the popular Warhammer 40,000 universe. The deal establishes creative guidelines and includes merchandising rights for any future productions. Although Games Workshop shares were flat on Tuesday, the agreement validates this year’s rally, which helped the stock […]

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The FTSE 100 slipped on Friday after the US Non-Farm Payrolls beat expectations, suggesting underlying strength in the US economy. This puts a damper on the argument for dramatic changes to borrowing costs. London’s flagship index had been trading in a tight range for much of the week, and the highly anticipated monthly US jobs […]

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Insurance giants Aviva and Direct Line have announced an agreement for the takeover of Direct Line by Aviva after a revised bid was accepted by Direct Line. The proposed deal values Direct Line at 275p per share, and comprises three elements: a cash component of 129.7p per Direct Line share, which Aviva plans to fund […]

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The FTSE 100 retreated on Wednesday as political events and softness in mega-cap pharma stocks weighed on the index. Equity bulls will be disappointed that yesterday’s FTSE 100 rally failed to surpass 8,400 on its fifth attempt since May. A 0.2% drop for London’s leading index on Wednesday looks to have put all-time highs at […]

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An encouraging insight into China’s manufacturing sector helped lift the FTSE 100 on Monday, overcoming weakness in housebuilding shares after several downgrades in the sector. London’s leading index was 0.3% higher at 8,315 at the time of writing as it broke through the 8,300 level convincingly for the first time since late October. Should 8,300 […]

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The global autonomous vehicle industry is heating up with a blockbuster NASDAQ IPO by Chinese AV company Pony AI and evidence that Tesla is preparing to satisfy US state rules with remote teleoperators for their Robo taxis further strengthening the foundations of wider adoption. Pony AI is the latest autonomous vehicle startup to win over […]

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The FTSE 100 traded broadly flat on Wednesday as London’s leading index avoided the wave of selling dragging on mainland European indices on fears of US tariffs. “The FTSE 100 was the outlier in a sea of red across the main European indices,” said Dan Coatsworth, investment analyst at AJ Bell. “Investors are growing increasingly concerned […]

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To those who love horse racing, owning a racehorse is one of the best investments they can make. Being able to participate as an owner in their biggest passion ensures they are even closer to their sport. Here is a look at some of the pros of owning a racehorse and why it may be […]

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UK interest rates are expected to remain higher for a longer period than previously thought, as UK inflation rose to 2.3%, a sharp 0.6% increase from September’s reading. “Annual CPI inflation rose to 2.3% in October, following a temporary dip to 1.7% in September driven by base effects from last year. This increase comes amidst […]

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Although the farmers lining up their tractors on Whitehall today may disagree, changing the IHT tax regime around farms may be good for the UK economy. In 2022/23, the UK farming industry received £2.3bn in government handouts to support activities that would otherwise be uneconomical. Not many other industries receive such a high level of […]

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The FTSE 100 traded in a tight range on Monday with little impetus to move UK stocks in either direction. London’s leading index traded positively for most of the session, gently undulating between flat and up around 20 points. At the time of writing, the index was 0.1% lower at 8,054. Directionless trade is a […]

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The FTSE 100 traded sideways for most of Friday’s session after a sell-off of US equities overnight on revisions to interest rate cut expectations spilt over into the European session. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s comments overnight sent US equities into a tailspin. Powell signalled that the Fed was in ‘no hurry’ to cut rates […]

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Burberry shares stormed higher in hopes that a fresh strategy update announced today will spark a turnaround in the fashion brand’s fortunes after the group revealed a 20% drop in revenue in the last half-year period. The sharp decline in sales is bordering on catastrophic for the brand after years of spluttering sales growth and […]

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The UK’s second-largest listed company by market cap (at the time of writing) presents an opportunity for investors after releasing another robust set of results. Shareholders will be delighted to see the Pharmaceutical giant post a 21% increase in sales in Q3. The company’s diversified product range is enjoying a broad increase in demand, with […]

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Aquis shares soared on Monday after the trading venue and stock exchange announced a takeover by a Swiss counterpart. Swiss exchange operator SIX Exchange Group AG has announced a recommended cash offer to acquire Aquis Exchange PLC in a deal valuing the London-based exchange at approximately £207 million, or £225 million on a fully diluted […]

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The dollar and US equities are early winners of the US election. The inflationary trade sent the dollar to its highest level since July, and US treasury yields soared. S&P 500 futures were nearly 2% higher on hopes of tax cuts. The difficult thing for markets to contend with is US yields rising alongside equities. […]

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The new Labour Chancellor has launched a tax raid on investors and business owners that threatens to curtail the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our economy. Capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and National Insurance were all targeted this week with freezes on thresholds or eye-watering increases.  Most investors’ main concerns will be the increase in capital […]

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The long-awaited budget that threatened to stifle UK growth and entrepreneurial aspiration has been delivered.  Coverage in the run-up to the budget was punctuated by concerns about tax changes and fears that Labour would damage the investment community and the ‘non-working’ person, whoever they might be.  These fears have been realised in a raft of […]

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The FTSE 100 was firmly in the red on Tuesday, with most constituents trading negatively in early trade. London’s flagship index gave up 0.65% as investors took cash off the table amid rising tensions related to the upcoming budget and concerns about UK public borrowing. “The FTSE 100 started Tuesday on the back foot, dragged […]

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Fresh data released today reveals those in the UK are paying more than ever in inheritance tax just as Labour readies a wave of changes to take more of people’s life savings on their death. Rising prices of property and other assets, including equities, mean more estates are being dragged into paying IHT with the […]

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The FTSE 100 tiptoed towards record highs early on Monday as additional measures by China to stimulate the economy boosted interest in risk assets. However, the gains were short-lived and the index turned negative as the session progressed with London’s leading index trading down by 0.2% at the time of writing. The FTSE 100 all […]

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The FTSE 100 consolidated gains on Friday with a marginal step back as strong UK retail sales failed to support the index despite a good showing from commodities companies. The top of the leaderboard was dominated by miners and other China-focused stocks. Prudential was the top gainer closely followed by Anglo American, Glencore, and Antofagasta. […]

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The pound rose against the dollar and the euro on Friday after September’s UK retail sales came in much better than expected. UK retail sales were expected to fall by 0.3% in September. However, the resilience of the UK consumer has made the economists that make these predictions look a little silly with the actual […]

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The FTSE 100 gained ground on Thursday as solid developments from Rentokil and Entain added to general optimism around UK interest rates. London’s leading index was 0.5% higher at the time of writing. “There was enough enthusiasm towards shares in industrials, energy producers and financials to stop the FTSE 100 from going into reverse amid […]

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Dr. Michelle Morrow has been appointed as Chief Scientific Officer of Avacta Group plc, effective November 4, 2024. With nearly 20 years of experience in oncology therapeutics and antibody research, Dr. Morrow will play a crucial role in Avacta’s transition to a therapeutics-focused biotech company. Her most recent position was Senior Vice President and Head […]

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UK GDP growth for August meet economist expectations of just 0.2% highlighting the fragile state of the economy in the early months of the new Labour government. “Having brushed aside a 2023 slowdown, the UK economy grew by 0.7% in the first quarter of 2024 and by 0.5% in the second. However, the third quarter […]

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Artemis Resources (LON: ARV) revealed that further assays from the Titan project in the Greater Carlow area show some significant levels of gold and other areas well below background. It indicates a gold-rich hydrothermal system, and it might have led to zones of gold enrichment along favourable structures. The exploration has extended the area of […]

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Tekcapital’s Microsalt has made an important step forward in the expansion of its global patent portfolio as the distribution of its low-sodium salt ramps up. In half-year results released last week, Microsalt revealed increased demand from major B2B partners, and today’s news shows the company is gearing up for additional orders by protecting its technology […]

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Greggs, the popular British bakery chain, has reported impressive sales growth for the third quarter of 2024 as the group opens more stores and shakes up the menu. Sales jumped by 10.6% in the 13 weeks leading up to 28 September, and year-to-date sales are climbing even higher at 12.7%. Like-for-like sales in company-managed shops […]

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Fresh economic data released on Friday provided a mixed picture of the UK consumer, with retail sales rising more than expected but consumer confidence slipping. The weather played a part in retail sales rising 1% in August, much better than the 0.4% consensus expectation. “It’s no secret that people feel happier when the sun shines […]

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The volatility at the beginning of August is now a distant memory, with global equities resuming their upwards trajectory and US and UK stocks trading near record highs. The FTSE 100 is around 1.5% away from record highs, while the S&P 500 closed last night less than 1% away from all-time highs. “European equity indices […]

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Oil palm plantations operator MP Evans (LON: MPE) increased its interim dividend by 20% to 15p/share on the back of better than expected interim figures. Higher crop production and prices meant that the Indonesia-focused oil palm plantations operator did especially well in the first half. The July and August production was more disappointing, but full […]

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The FTSE 100 has navigated a potentially precarious week of inflation data and interest rate decisions and has come out stronger, though only by small margins. Dramatic swings in US stocks throughout the week didn’t translate into much in the way of volatility for the FTSE 100, which was 0.5% higher going into the weekend.  […]

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The UK’s recovery from the recession last year risks becoming a dead cat bounce, with July GDP growth flatlining amid a slowdown in construction activity.  The data will be difficult reading for Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is thought to be on the verge of unleashing a wave of tax changes that experts expect will […]

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The FTSE 100 dipped on Tuesday as AstraZeneca weighed on the index after announcing disappointing developments for a lung cancer drug. Due to the heavy weighting of AstraZeneca, the largest London-listed stock by market cap, its 4% drop offset the positivity in JD Sports, a jump in precious metals miners, and a mild rebound in […]

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UK house prices rose 0.3% in August, and according to new Halifax data, the average is now within £1,000 of November 2022’s peak £292,505. UK house prices are up 4.2% over the past year after the reduction in mortgage rates spurred market activity. “We are continuing to see a month-on-month rise in house prices, which […]

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The news that the British ISA is to be scrapped was met with a chorus of approval from analysts and commentators as Labour announced it would not proceed with plans to boost the ISA allowance by £5,000, with the additional allowance allocated only to London-listed companies. The general industry consensus was that the concept of […]

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Lloyds shares were higher on Thursday after falling in the prior session, as investors considered the merits of holding the UK bank’s shares near 52-week highs. In an article recently published by the UK Investor Magazine, we explained that the end of rising interest rates made the UK banking sector less attractive, and key profitability […]

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Ofgem has confirmed the energy price cap will rise 10% in October to the equivalent of £1,717 per year for an average household. “Energy bill rises will fuel another widening of the gulf between those who are emerging from the depths of the cost-of-living crisis, and the millions of people who are still trapped in […]

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The FTSE 100 ground higher on Wednesday as the mining sector showed signs of life, with investors buying into the sector on the back of rising iron ore prices. Gains in the FTSE 100 were at odds with a softer session in the US overnight, where the rip-roaring rally in US technology paused for breath. […]

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The FTSE 100 again offered little in the way of fluctuations on Monday, with almost exactly half of London’s leading stocks trading positively and half negatively at the time of writing. After a bumper rally in US stocks and a more measured recovery in the FTSE 100, the balance of risks provided little impetus for […]

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The FTSE 100 looked set to finish the week with a softer tone despite a sterling session for US equities overnight. Although London’s leading index was down 0.4% at the time of writing on Friday, it was still up over 1.5% on the week amid a surge in global stocks, driven by the US. The […]

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M3 Helium, where Voyager Life (LON: VOY) has an option to acquire the company, says two samples from the Rost well at Fort Dodge in Kansas showed 5.1% helium. Two other samples were above 4.8% helium. These are highly commercial levels. The share price jumped 61.5% to 5.25p. KR1 (LON: KR1) is simplifying its share […]

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UK inheritance tax receipts rose £83 million to £2.1 billion between April and June as more people were pulled into paying the tax due to a freeze on thresholds and an increase in asset prices. The disconnect between property prices and the IHT threshold freeze has resulted in more people paying IHT tax, and the […]

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For the past couple of weeks we have been a little cautious on the markets as price had seemed over stretched on the recent optimism, this bearish skew was strengthened with the Hindenburg Omen being triggered which highlighted how so much of this move was down to just a few names in the index, and […]

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For the past couple of weeks we have been a little cautious on the markets as price had seemed over stretched on the recent optimism, this bearish skew was strengthened with the Hindenburg Omen being triggered which highlighted how so much of this move was down to just a few names in the index and […]

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Hargreaves Lansdown have outlined 10 methods for saving on capital gains tax as investors await possible changes to the tax by the new Labour government. Labour hasn’t yet outlined any plans to change current rules, but the change in government increases the chances of amendments to the tax in the future. “As Rachel Reeves settles […]

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Invinity Energy Systems (LON:IES) is a manufacturer of vanadium flow batteries. Its technology centres on vanadium redox, a set of reactions first demonstrated in the early 1980s. It has the largest installed fleet of modular VFB batteries in the world, with installations at dozens of sites worldwide. The group, which today announced its results for […]

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Within the retail fashion sector, the buzz over the weekend was that Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group (LON:FRAS) was negotiating to relieve Matt Moulding’s THG (LON:THG) ‘empire’ of its Coggles retail operation. Set up way back in 1974, Coggles today is a premium international fashion retailer home to over 200 men’s and women’s designer collections from […]

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DS Smith shares rose on Thursday after the packaging group announced its full-year results for the 2023/24 fiscal period. Despite a weak consumer demand environment and high inflationary pressures, the company delivered adjusted operating profit of £701 million, meeting weakened management expectations. “This was always going to be a challenging set of results for packaging […]

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The Guernsey-incorporated Gemfields Group (LON: GEM) is a world-leading responsible miner and marketer of coloured gemstones. The company, which is also listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE:GML), is the operator and 75% owner of both the Kagem emerald mine in Zambia and the Montepuez ruby mine in Mozambique. It also holds controlling interests in […]

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After nearly three years above the Bank of England’s 2% target, UK CPI fell to 2% in May as food prices fall. Rishi Sunak is, of course, claiming credit for the drop in inflation. However, in reality, inflation dropping back to 2% was always going to happen, and prices are still far higher than they […]

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After the market closed last night Helium One Global (LON:HE1) announced that it is raising a minimum £8.0m, by way of a cashbox placing of 1,600,000,000 new shares at just 0.50p each, a 56.5% discount to the mid-market closing price of 1.15p. The company, which is based in Tortola in the British Virgin Islands, is […]

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The $332.5bn assets California State Teachers’ Retirement System is going after the Boohoo Group (LON:BOO) together with 48 other investors in seeking more than £100m in compensation after reports in 2020 that alleged its suppliers in Leicester were mistreating workers caused its share price to plummet. Alison Levett QC was asked by the fashion group […]

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Avacta (LON:AVCT), the £148m-valued life sciences company targeting cancer treatments and diagnostics, is expected to see an adjusted pre-tax loss of some £41.3m (£23.6m), on the back of just a small increase in revenues to £23.9m (£23.2m) for the year to end December this year. The company has two divisions: a clinical stage oncology biotech […]

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The FTSE 100 gained on Wednesday as investors looked forward to the first interest rate cuts by major western central banks since the global hiking cycle started around two years ago. The European Central Bank is widely predicted to cut interest rates at its meeting tomorrow and hopes will be this opens the doors to […]

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A correction in some of the world’s leading Fine Wine vintages has provided a favourable entry point for investors, according to Moncharm Wine Traders. The appeal of fine wine investment lies in its scarcity and ever-increasing demand. With supply levels failing to keep up with the surge in interest from affluent collectors, the prices of […]

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Beacon Energy shares sank on Monday after the oil and gas exploration and production company with onshore assets in Germany released an update on its Schwarzbach 2(3.) sidetrack well in the Erfelden field. The company has been unable to establish a stabilised flow rate from the reservoir, and the drill rig is being demobilised. Such […]

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Wood Group shares were flat on Friday after it announced it had rejected a third unsolicited offer from an engineering and consultancy competitor. Wood Group said it has unanimously rejected a third unsolicited takeover proposal from Dar Al-Handasah Consultants Shair and Partners Holdings Ltd (Sidara). The latest cash offer of 220p for each Wood Group […]

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Parents and guardians stepped up the use of the Junior ISA in the 2021/2022 tax year as savers took advantage of the scheme to save for their children’s future.  According to data released by easyMoney, the peer-to-peer lending platform, the number of Junior ISA subscriptions jumped 27% to 1.212m in 2021/2022, representing a 1,607% increase […]

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Official data released on Friday confirms the UK is now out of recession after the UK economy grew 0.6% in the first quarter of 2024. “This morning’s UK GDP figures confirm, as expected, that the economy has now exited the shallow recession into which it fell in late-2023, having chalked up growth of 0.6% QoQ […]

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Taylor Wimpey released a reasonably upbeat trading statement on Tuesday, signalling a stabilisation in sales rates after a dismal 2023. The UK housing market has been hit by rising mortgage rates amid the cost-of-living crisis, and housebuilders, including Taylor Wimpey, reported sharp declines in sales rates and order books in 2023. Although shares are well […]

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The FTSE 100 started Friday’s session deep in the red after Israel launched retaliatory strikes against Iran overnight. The next phase in escalation in the Middle East inevitably resulted in higher oil prices and lower stocks. However, Iran seemed to downplay the attacks, presumably to avoid having to again respond to Israel and risking all-out war. […]

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Lloyds will report next week and shed light on the UK’s evolving economy and how it’s impacted the bank’s profitability. Net interest margins (NIM) are always in focus when the FTSE 100’s banks report. NIM is the difference between what a bank earns in interest from loans and what it pays out in interest to […]

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Yesterday saw a massive dealing volume in the shares of Severfield (LON:SFR) and it could well pay investors to take note.  Could it be more than reaction to imminent results, or is something afoot?  The Business  The Thirsk-based group, valued at some £179m, is involved in the designing, manufacturing, fabrication, construction, and erection of steelwork […]

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HSBC Global Research has initiated Berkeley Group Holdings with a ‘buy’ rating, citing BKG’s focus on developing brownfield sites and forecasting £849m in share buybacks and dividends over FY25-27. HSBC have given Berkeley Group a 5410p price target suggesting around 17% upside from the time their note was published. Contributing analysts Daniel Cowan and Matthew […]

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The FTSE 100 drifted lower on Wednesday with no fresh catalysts warranting major positioning as traders eyed the Easter weekend. The FTSE 100 was down just 7 points at the time of writing after recovering from the worst levels of the session. London’s leading perked up as the US session got underway and investors stepped […]

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The amount HMRC levies from estates increased by £400m from April 2023 to February 2024. An increase in house prices has dragged more people into paying the tax which totalled £6.8bn during the period. Increasing house prices and a freeze in the threshold resulted in 31,000 families paying the tax last year. Despite much speculation […]

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UK CPI inflation fell to 3.4% in February, down sharply from January’s 4% reading and the lowest level for over two years. Economists had predicted inflation to fall to 3.5%. Falling food prices were a large component of lower inflation everyday staples resulting in lower average grocery baskets. The drop in inflation is good news […]

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Global Electric Vehicle sales have increased by around a third in early 2024 compared to the same period last year, according to data complied by EV research house, Rho Motion. EV sales total 1.9m globally so far in 2024 compared to 1.5m the same period in 2023. Charles Lester, Leading EV Data Analyst at Rho […]

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The timing of the Bank of England’s first move to reduce borrowing costs after a two-year hiking cycle is approaching. After 14 rate hikes taking interest rates from 0.1% to 5.25%, the next move will almost certainly be a cut. Another hike would wreak havoc on UK financial assets. The BoE has repeatedly said it […]

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The UK economy shook off the recessionary environment in January and returned to growth as consumer spending rose and construction activity boosted growth. UK GDP grew 0.2% in January after falling 0.1% in December. “The UK economy snapped back to growth in January, adding fuel to the fire of speculation that the recession will indeed […]

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In a world filled with uncertainty and constant change, having a reliable life insurance policy can provide you and your loved ones with a sense of security and peace of mind. From unexpected accidents to debilitating illnesses, the unforeseen challenges of life can strike at any moment, leaving behind a trail of financial burdens and […]

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The FTSE 100 traded negatively as the week drew to a close on Friday after Non-Farm Payrolls beat expectations, suggesting the Federal Reserve was on track to cut rates in the summer. London’s leading index closed down 0.42% but was well off the worst levels of the session as traders reacted to a jobs report […]

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Today may well have been the last opportunity for Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to woo voters with tax cuts and other fiscal vote winners. The Spring Budget 2024 was a chance to help revive the UK’s equity markets and prop up wider economic growth. Considering Hunt will probably not be in place to see the outcomes […]

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There is no stopping bakery chain Greggs who recorded another year of sales and profit growth as the chain opened more stores and kept them open later. The UK’s insatiable demand for the humble sausage roll helped Gregg’s total revenue increase 19.6% and like-for-like sales rise 13.7% in 2023. Greggs is now the UK’s top […]

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Another day and another trading session in which the FTSE 100 misses out on the broader zest of global equities. Not even another record high and the break of the substantial psychological level of 40,000 for the Japanese Nikkei fired up UK equity bulls on Monday. “After starting on the front foot, the FTSE 100 […]

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The FTSE 100 displayed signs of positivity on Thursday with robust gains that accelerated after US PCE data showed US inflation has slowed. Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure, came in bang in line with expectations at 2.8% for January, a decline from 2.9% in December. The data […]

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HSBC shares fell on Wednesday after the banks released mixed full year earnings and a broadly disappointing Q4 trading update. Unlike Barclays yesterday, HSBC was unable to gloss over falling Q4 profits and a mixed outlook with a share buyback. HSBC shares were down 5% at the time of writing.  The £2bn share buyback announced […]

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Lloyds (LON:LLOY) is scheduled to release fourth quarter and full-year earnings on Thursday 22nd February amid concerns about a motor finance probe and the outlook for interest rates in 2024. After NatWest set the pace with better-than-expected results on Friday, investors will be hopeful Lloyd’s results this week can match their peer in terms of […]

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The performance of the FTSE 100 matched the weather in London on Tuesday: rather dull and soggy. A ‘wait-and-see’ mentality was evident in stocks on Tuesday with a raft of economic data due to be released on the horizon, which has the potential to move the dial in terms of sentiment. “Markets remained in a […]

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Europe is in the midst of a holiday boom with companies from travel operators to airlines posting surging customer numbers and revenue. TUI AG joined the party today with strong interim results pointing to a 15% increase in revenue in the first quarter as higher demand and improving prices helped lift the top line. After […]

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Tesla shares were sharply lower in the US premarket after the electric car maker headed up by Elon Musk released soft earnings pointing to a slowdown in sales growth and said margins would come under pressure. Tesla said sales growth would be ‘notably lower’ in the near term – a major disappointment for investors accustomed […]

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Inheritance tax receipts surged to £5.7bn between April and December 2023, a £0.4bn increase on the same period last year. The increasing value of properties and stagnant thresholds means more people are being dragged into paying IHT, and HMRC is likely to have another record year for IHT receipts surpassing 2022/23’s record of £7.1bn. “Inheritance […]

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Abysmal UK Retail Sales data released by the ONS on Friday has ratcheted up the probability of a UK technical recession as spending in December crumbled. “UK retail sales were significantly lower than expected, dropping 3.2% month-on-month in December, according to data from the ONS,” said Sophie Lund-Yates, lead equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown. “This represents […]

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Harbour Energy shares slipped on Thursday after the UK-listed oil and gas firm said production would decrease as production costs rise. Harbour Energy shares were down 6% at the time of writing. There was little positive to take away from today’s update as the UK oil and gas producer Harbour Energy said it expects lower […]

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Tekcapital portfolio company Innovative Eyewear has released a 2023 review of progress and innovation for its smart eyewear including a new app, design patents, licensing agreements with leading lifestyle brands, and most notably, the launch of the world’s first ChatGPT-enabled smart eyewear. Innovative Eyewear summarised a year of extensive development of its products that will […]

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Assessing the intricacies of financial markets exposes a topography characterised by diverse instruments, with Contracts for Difference (CFDs) and futures contracts noteworthy options. These two financial instruments share the common thread of allowing speculation on future asset prices; however, their nuanced differences play a critical role in shaping distinct trading experiences. Understanding these disparities is […]

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The FTSE 100 turned 40 on Wednesday and marked its birthday with declines driven by weakness in cyclical names after US technology shares performed poorly overnight. “The FTSE 100 marked its 40th birthday with a celebration more akin to a quiet pint in an empty pub than anything more befitting of a major landmark,” said AJ Bell […]

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This fully listed distribution business has limited growth potential, but it is highly cash generative. The company could have net cash as early as 2025. The prospective yield is 7.8% and estimated dividend cover is around 2.4 times. There is little likelihood of any significant increase in the dividend over the coming years, but that […]

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The stock market is an ever-evolving beast, constantly shaped by new technologies that aim to give investors an edge. The addition of artificial intelligence (AI) to the mix is one of the biggest developments in recent years. With deep insights and predictions that were previously unattainable by humans, investment platforms using AI to analyse performance have completely […]

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This week, AJ Bell released the results of a recent online survey, which showed that four in ten (40%) of the UK’s consumers think their personal finances won’t improve in 2024. The online survey was carried out by Opinium in December on behalf of AJ Bell and included 2,000 participants.  “Consumers aren’t banking on a […]

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Leading electric vehicle (EV) data analysis firm Rho Motion has revealed that global EV sales in November reached a record-breaking 1.4 million EVs. In November, the year-on-year (YoY) growth in EV sales was up 20%. The figures, released by Rho Motion this week, indicate robust market growth of 8% compared to the previous month. This […]

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On Wednesday in Dubai, during the Conference of the Parties (COP28) summit, which is the UN’s main climate Conference, a deal to phase out all fossil fuels was struck. The COP28 deal states that “transitioning away from fossil fuels in energy systems in a just, orderly, and equitable manner […] so as to achieve net […]

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The growth in UK wages has slowed in October but continues to outpace inflation, which currently stands at 4.6%. The October decline in wages was the most significant since the period up to November 2021, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Average weekly earnings slowed from 7.8% in September to 7.3%, slightly exceeding […]

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Saxo Bank’s annual Outrageous Predictions are a set of tongue-in-cheek forecasts for the year ahead designed to serve as a reminder to investors that almost anything can happen in markets and that they should be prepared for even the most unlikely events. This year’s predictions focus on ‘the end of the road’ for complacency in […]

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The FTSE 100 slipped on Friday in low-volume trade, which is typical of the Thanksgiving and Black Friday period. With US markets trading hours reduced on Friday, investors held off taking big positions in London’s leading stocks, and the FTSE 100 index slipped 0.24% to 7,465 as of 12.38pm. “The usual adage is when the […]

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Ofgem, Britain’s energy regulator, said in a statement on Thursday that the energy bills are to rise as the regulator raises the price cap by 5%. The price cap, adjusted every quarter, establishes the maximum amount that can be charged to customers for energy bills. For an average household using dual fuel and paying through […]

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The UK Chancellor has delivered an Autumn Statement that cuts the average worker’s tax by £450 per year and encourages businesses to invest in machinery and equipment. The Chancellor started by taking credit for halving inflation, a questionable claim given the dynamics of inflationary cycles and the actions the government have actually taken. The OBR […]

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Jeremy Hunt could provide UK taxpayers with welcome tax cuts this week, and speculation around which taxes he decides to cut in Wednesday’s Autumn Statement is reaching fever pitch. Inheritance tax had been earmarked by commentators for a cut, but attention has quickly shifted to income tax as it has a broader impact on UK […]

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The FTSE 100 was on the front foot on Friday as investors appeared encouraged by a two-week period of central bank action and inflation data. The key takeaway for investors is the Federal Reserve and Bank of England are likely done with rate hikes and inflationary pressures on global economies are easing. “One sure way […]

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On Wednesday, China’s official data showed that industrial output and retail sales growth exceeded expectations in October, while the overall Chinese economy remains weak, particularly in the property sector, which has long been hit by a crisis. The second-largest global economy has struggled to achieve a robust recovery after COVID-19, and the property sector has […]

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When you think about countries leading the way in fintech you might not immediately think of Sweden. The thing is, if you didn’t, you’d be missing a trick. Sweden has emerged over recent years as a hotbed for fintech innovation. But why is this? What is it about the market in Sweden that has put it […]

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On Tuesday, Geothermal Engineering Limited (GEL) announced plans to provide zero-carbon lithium onshore in the UK from next year, derived as a by-product from their geothermal mines in Cornwall. GEL plans to produce approximately 100 tonnes per annum (tpa) of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) by late 2024, with the goal of scaling up to at least […]

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According to official data, wages in Britain increased at a slightly slower rate in the three months leading up to September, following a previous record pace. Job vacancies fell, signalling a minor step down in the UK jobs market. In the third quarter, earnings excluding bonuses were 7.7% higher compared to the same period a […]

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Heliac is a fast-growing renewable energy company providing patented solar thermal technology and innovative heat storage solutions for emission-free energy. Led by technical founders, the company has built solar fields and storage facilities for energy majors E.ON and Norfors and is targeting the rollout of their technology across Europe. Realising the global need for affordable […]

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The UK economy flatlined in the third quarter, avoiding a technical recession in the face of rising interest rates and stubbornly high inflation. While UK Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 0.2% in September, in a broader context, UK GDP has exhibited zero growth in the three months ending September 2023, and forecasters warned of […]

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Taylor Wimpey shares gained on Thursday after the housebuilder said operating profit would be at the top end of previous guidance. The company voiced concerns about the macroeconomic environment in a trading statement that didn’t invigorate investors to the extent other housebuilders have in recent trading sessions. Persimmon stole the show earlier this week by […]

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On Friday, Sam Bankman-Fried, formerly in charge of one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges globally, was convicted of fraud and money laundering following a month-long trial in New York. He had received seven charges related to fraud and money laundering. Mr. Bankman-Fried pleaded not guilty. His sentencing is scheduled for March 28 of next year. It […]

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On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve made the decision to keep interest rates on hold, ahead of the Bank of England’s decision on interest rates at noon today. The Federal Reserve’s rate target continues to be 5.25%–5.5%, which is the highest interest rate level in 22 years. The Reserve aims to control surging prices, which have recently […]

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The Caixin China General Manufacturing PMI, which evaluates manufacturing sector’s performance based on a survey of 430 private industrial firms, dropped to 49.5 in October 2023, down from 50.6 in September. These numbers fall short of the forecasted 50.8. In October, the manufacturing sector shrank for the first time since July, with decreased output reflecting the […]

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Although HSBC’s Q3 earnings missed analysts’ estimates on Monday, the FTSE 100 heavyweight’s update made for good reading with the bank committing to a fresh $3bn buyback. The share buyback helped lift HSBC shares marginally to 602p as the prospect of cash being returned to shareholders offset mixed earnings and revenue. “A larger than expected […]

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According to a Financial Times’ report on Monday, Toyota’s long-awaited solid-state batteries are to be ready by 2027 or 2028. The company is working on the batteries, which, according to the Financial Times, should have a range of 1,200 km, twice as long as Toyota’s current range. The solid-state batteries are also to lower Toyota’s […]

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On Friday, in light of Microsoft’s revised structuring of the $69 billion Activision Blizzard deal last month, Britain’s antitrust regulator cleared the merger. The deal, which is to be closed on October 18th, was previously extended by Microsoft by three months in its efforts to acquire British approval. In January 2022, Microsoft first announced its decision to […]

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Reuters reported on Friday that, according to insiders familiar with the matter, Open AI is looking into making its own artificial intelligence chips. The company is known for its Chat GPT server and the move into chips would mark a major shift in their strategy. While the plan is yet to be approved, the need […]

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Putin has ordered his government to provide state funds in efforts to regulate domestic heating fuel prices. Domestic fuel prices have been going up, as the prices for Russian oil and oil products dropped on the International markets, decreasing the country’s export revenue. Now Putin’s government is responding with new measures, stating that it is […]

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On Thursday morning, Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (tepco), started the second release of nuclear wastewater into Pacific Ocean from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, igniting the pre-existing tension with its neighbours, including China. Over the period of 17 days, about 7,800 cubic meters of diluted radioactive water will be released into the water. […]

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A sell-off in US government bonds is underway as markets position for US interest rates to stay higher for longer amid positive US economic data. A raft of upbeat US economic data has poured cold water on hopes of a rate cut early next year and many now see interest rates remaining higher for a […]

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Ongoing energy shortages and net zero targets loom over the UK. Yet, the UK government’s approach to fossil fuels and carbon emissions is becoming increasingly unclear. The government is exploring carbon capture projects while also handing out new UK oil and gas licenses in the North Sea.   Rishi Sunak’s government is balancing the pressure […]

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U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s rejected stopgap funding bill is risking pushing the US government to its fourth partial shutdown if an agreement is not reached tomorrow. The House was supposed to be voting on amendments to four funding bills that have not yet been agreed. However, even all four being approved by Saturday may […]

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Hui Ka Yan, the chairman and founder of China Evergrande Group, has been put under police control, according to a Bloomberg News report released on Wednesday.  According to the investigation, it is unclear why exactly the chairman was put under surveillance. However, the report makes it clear that this type of police action in China […]

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The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced that it has revised its view on Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard and paved the way for the takeover to proceed. At the end of 2022, the tech giant announced its intentions to buy Activision Blizzard for $95 per share, valuing the deal at $68.7 billion. The deal […]

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Late at night in September 2022, Philip Paxson died after following Google Maps’ directions to a collapsed bridge. Now his family is suing Google for negligence.  According to the lawsuit, the bridge in North Carolina, US, collapsed in 2013. Over the years, the company has received multiple complaints about the bridge´s malfunction but has done […]

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Orcadian Energy shares surged in the first hour of trading on Monday after announcing a potential farm-out of the Pilot development project. Orcadian Energy has reached a major milestone that could enable the development of the massive Pilot oil field in the North Sea, according to an announcement Monday. Orcadian Energy shares were over 70% higher […]

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The Restaurant Group (LON:RTN) has paid £7.5m to Big Table Group for them to take 75 underperforming sites off their hands. The Restaurant Group has announced the sale of its loss-making Leisure business to the Big Table Group. The Leisure division comprises 75 sites operating under the Frankie & Benny’s and Chiquito brands. Restaurant Group […]

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Harland & Wolff reported a £15.92m EBITDA loss in the first half of 2023, predominantly due to heavy investment in headcount ahead of major contract delivery. The company’s EBITDA loss was £12.71m in the same period last year. Despite the loss, the company has a strong order backlog of around £1bn over the next seven […]

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Ergomed (LON: ERGO) is recommending a £700m takeover by Permira Advisers. The cash bid is 1350p/ share and the share price jumped 27.3% to 1339p. This is still below the high at the end of 2021. The pharmaceutical services provider says that the next phase of growth will require additional cash for expansion and acquisitions. […]

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By Craig Erlam Trading has become more accessible than ever. Getting started is exciting, but it’s also the time when you’re most likely to make mistakes. The worst thing a new trader can do is hide from these mistakes. When things go wrong, it’s tempting to convince ourselves that our approach is correct, and that […]

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The star performer this morning has been Beacon Energy (LON:BCE), the full-cycle oil and gas company whose shares have risen nearly 42%, with some 1.47bn traded as I write. Today’s news that has excited the market concerns the announcement that the company’s Schwarzbach-2(2.) well has encountered good quality oil-bearing reservoirs in the Meletta-Schichten sandstones and […]

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Last month, Conservative MP Stephen Crabb admitted the UK government needed to be open and honest about the need for more migrant workers in the British economy. With a growing demographic of Brits leaving the workforce through ill-health or early retirement, there is a gaping hole to be filled. In fact, the talent gap is […]

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The UK economy shrank 0.1% in May, less than the 0.3% contraction expected by economists. UK GDP provided little reason for optimism, although, it should make households and investors slightly less pessimistic. A smaller-than-expected contraction is good news for avoiding a recession, and a slowing economy will be considered by the Bank of England when […]

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The FTSE 100 was under pressure on Thursday as interest rate concerns returned following the release of Federal Reserve minutes, and a warning from economists UK interest rates could rise as high as 7%. The Federal Reserve minutes threw cold water on the notion they were near the end of their hiking cycle and suggested […]

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Radiology services provider Medica Group (LON: MGP) withdrew the final dividend resolution at its AGM. That means that it will not pay the 1.88p/share final dividend, which would have affected the bid price. Medica Group recommended a 212p a share cash bid from private equity firm IK Partners, which would have been reduced by the […]

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The UK has avoided recession with 0.1% GDP growth in Q1 despite woes about the cost of living crisis and soaring rates of inflation. “There’s nothing particularly surprising to be learnt from this set of figures. The UK has limped through the first few months of the year thanks to a surprisingly resilient consumer market […]

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The dramatic events in Russia over the weekend dictated early trade in European markets, with major equity indices falling back and commodities inching higher at the open on Monday. Russian mercenary group Wagner marched on Moscow on Saturday but later made a U-turn as leader Yevgeny Prigozhin struck a deal with the Kremlin. Should Saturday’s […]

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KYIV, Ukraine – Ukraine’s widely anticipated counteroffensive has probably begun. Ukrainian forces have stepped up activities along the frontline in Zaporizhzhia region in south of country. And at the same time, Ukraine is conducting offensive and defensive actions in the east. According to the information from the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine on June 12, […]

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UK CPI inflation for May came in hotter than expected at 8.7%, topping estimates of 8.4%. “UK CPI rose 8.7% in May, the same level we saw in April but ahead of forecasts that were looking for 8.4%. Everyone’s new favourite metric, core inflation, which strips out things like energy and food was also disappointing […]

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Todays announcement of the final results from Petro Matad (LON:MATD) for the year to end December 2022 contained no surprises by the Mongolian oil company. The group’s net loss after tax was $2.95m (loss $2.1m). Operationally, the company is drilling ahead at Velociraptor-1, and making steady progress on securing the consents in order to begin […]

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Lake Resources shares sank this week after the lithium miner announced production at their Argentinian Kachi mine will be delayed significantly and will cost a lot more to achieve. Lake Resources also said their target 50,000 tpa lithium production would not be achieved until 2030 – six years later than the originally guided the 2024 […]

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The FTSE 100 started the week lower ahead of the Bank of England’s interest rates decision on Thursday. The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates for the 13th time in a row by 0.25% to 4.75%. Poor performance in Asian equities and a speech by Jerome Powell were also adding to investor […]

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Last week, Raise Partners and Vietcetera co-hosted Vietnam’s first ESG investor conference at the New World Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Over the course of two days, speakers and panelists from across the private and public sectors discussed topics including securing development capital through an ESG lens, investing in decarbonization and Vietnam’s energy transition, […]

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CAB Payments, a Fintech company providing cross-border payments and FX services, has announced its intention to list in London. The move is described as ‘another boost for London’ after a period of depressed activity for London’s investment bankers. CAB Payments will be valued in the region of £1 billion. “CAB Payments’ intention to float is another boost for London […]

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Halifax’s House Price Index shows house prices have fallen 1% in the year to May – the first annual drop since 2012. Halifax’s data corroborates recent house price data from Nationwide. Although their methodologies and price changes differ, both organisations are recording declines in the average UK house price on an annual basis. Rising mortgage […]

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The FTSE 100 recovered some of this week’s losses on Friday as buoyant miners helped lift the index. The FTSE 100 was 0.3% higher at 7,591 at the time of writing. The index has suffered this week due to interest rate fears and concerns about global growth. A rally in the highly cyclical mining sector […]

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Instem (LON: INS), which provides software and services for drug developers, has boosted its In Silico modelling and simulation operations by acquiring the rights to the ToxHub data sharing platform from eTRANSAFE. The services help to narrow down the number of potential drug candidates and predict safety, tolerance and other aspects of the potential treatment. […]

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Although it is showing good retail sales growth, it is at a slower than hoped-for rate. The iconic style brand Superdry (LON:SDRY) is battling away at its turnaround plan, while also looking to strengthen its balance sheet, so a round of fresh financing is being considered. Operating in over 50 countries globally, the group has […]

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The FTSE 100 reflected an indecision in markets on Thursday as the UK economy flatlined in February and investors digested the latest Federal Reserve minutes. The FTSE 100 edged up just 0.2% points to 7,843 at the time of writing on Thursday. Tesco rose after releasing preliminary results, and housebuilders enjoyed broker upgrades. From a […]

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Tesco missed market expectations for revenue growth in last year, but still managed to increase sales by 5.1% on a like-for-like basis. Profits sank as a result of lower margins due to the cost of living crisis. Soaring rates of inflation and resultant wider cost of living crisis is a thorn in the side of […]

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Rathbones and Investec have joined forces to create the UK’s largest discretionary wealth manager with around £100 billion in assets under management. The two will merge in an all-share deal that will see Investec’s UK wealth management business become a part of an enlarged Rathbones entity. The new group will offer services under the Rathbones […]

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According to reports by the BBC, the UK government is expected to announce today they will push the decision to raise the state pension age past the next general election. Rishi Sunak’s government is way behind in the polls and increasing the pension age could be construed as a direct attack on their core base. […]

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GreenRoc has released results for the year to 30th November 2022 in which the company confirmed the maiden resource estimate for the Amitsoq Project and pursued further evaluation of the project. In March 2022, the maiden resource estimate of 8.28Mt at 19.75% graphitic carbon was declared for the Amitsoq Project. In addition, the company has undertaken […]

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Sponsored by Viritech Viritech, the leading developer of high-performance hydrogen powertrain solutions for the automotive, aerospace, marine, and distributed power industries, has announced that Phil Wild will join as Associate Director board member from 1st April to help develop its commercial scale-up plan for 2024 onwards. Viritech is a cleantech technology company which develops advanced […]

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Osirium Technologies, the UK-based cybersecurity software company, said a 46% jump in their customer base and 96% renewal rate were evidence of a significant year of progress in 2022. Total revenue rose 31% to £1.92m in 2022, up from £1.47m in 2021. Total bookings rose 86% to £3m. Osirium said their Privileged Process Automation (PPA) and […]

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The FTSE 100 was marginally lower on Wednesday as markets braced for the Federal Reserve’s interest rates decision later today. Contagion from SVB and Credit Suisse appears to be contained which has helped sentiment improve this week. In addition, bargain hunters are seeing value in FTSE 100 stocks after recent volatility, and their buying pressure […]

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Ahead of their proposed IPO this year, Tekcapital portfolio company MicroSalt has issued an operational update and insight into their commerical progress. Before potentially listing in London this year, MicroSalt have unveiled commercial achievements and summarised their strategic partnerships. Highlights include the promising signs from the online sales activity in MicroSalt shakers and the ongoing […]

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Despite the recent volatility being largely isolated to US and Swiss banks, the rout in banking stocks was far reaching and UK banks, including NatWest, suffered. With NatWest shares having given up all of this years gains after a questionable outlook for 2023 in their full year results and external pressures from global banking sector […]

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The Jersey-based Predator Oil & Gas Holdings (LON:PRD) has announced a £2m Placing to cover the costs of the works programme on its MOU-3 project. The Placing of 15.5m new shares and 20.86m on loan from Chairman Paul Griffiths, was handled at 5.5p per share, the shares fell 1.5p from 7.5p overnight in reaction to […]

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The chancellor began with the assertion the Office for Budget Responsibility now predicts the UK will avoid a technical recession. The OBR also predicts inflation will fall to 2.9% by the end of the year. There was an emphasis on economic growth. Forecasts of slightly improved UK GDP growth painted a marginally better picture, however, […]

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Thousands of global start-ups and technology companies were at the risk of not being able to access their accounts on Monday after the collapse of SVB last week. However, those holding accounts at the UK arm have been saved by HSBC who swooped in to secure the bank over the weekend. SVB’s depositors at the […]

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A greater focus on safety by regulatory bodies across all transport sectors globally, is very good news for this company. That focus is really helping this group to proceed safely. The Seeing Machines (LON: SEE) group is an advanced computer vision technology company that designs AI-powered operator monitoring systems to improve transport safety. Regulatory tailwinds and […]

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In a week Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon provided an insight into their sales activity and outlook for 2023, Rightmove has corroborated the housebuilder’s results from the property app’s viewpoint elsewhere in the supply chain. In their 2022 full year results, Rightmove describes a resilient operating environment, albeit one that is showing the signs of a […]

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According to research by Business of Apps, over 130 million people in the UK use an investment app to manage their portfolios. As a result, new apps are continuously being introduced to the market to keep up with growing demand. While most of these apps are safe to use, some apps could put your money at risk. […]

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Clontarf Energy (LON: CLON) is forming a joint venture with US-based NEXT-ChemX Corporation, which covers the deployment and marketing of the latter’s direct lithium ion extraction technology in Bolivia. There is limited water and energy consumption with this technology. The share price soared by 129% to 0.172p. Pilot testing and extraction starts in March. Clontarf […]

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NatWest profit for 2022 rose by a third to £5.1bn as the lender confirmed higher interest rates bolstered earnings and they were yet to see financial distress among its customers. The bank only set aside £337m in provisions for bad debts in 2022 which avoided an erosion of earnings and compounded higher net interest margins. […]

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The FTSE 100 stumbled again on Tuesday as investors became increasingly nervous about the implications of key central bank meetings this week and reacted to downbeat UK economic forecasts from the IMF. The FTSE 100 was 0.75% weaker and sterling slipped 0.2% against the dollar. Interest rate decisions It’s not the actual rate decisions from […]

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Cadence Minerals announced a significant development in their Evergreen Lithium investment this week as the Australia-focused lithium explorer files for admission to the ASX.  Evergreen Lithium’s step towards becoming a listed company further supports Cadence’s lithium portfolio which will consist of two listed lithium plays within months. According to the listing documents filed with the […]

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This leading developer and supplier of home safety products delivered a resilient performance in 2022. Reporting its strongest revenue performance since 2017, the group’s business unit made a strong showing across most of its territories, with demand outweighing supply, driven by increasing legislation. Sales for the year at FireAngel Safety Technology Group (LON:FA.) are expected to have […]

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The UK government’s income from inheritance tax continued to grow in the period from April to December last year as higher property prices and increasing value of investments meant more people became liable for the tax. IHT tax bills from £700m to £5.3bn from April to December last year. The government has frozen the inheritance […]

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The FTSE 100 is building a base just beneath all time record highs and Wednesday’s session saw early gains fade with the index trading flat. In a session spent in a tight trading range of just 20 points, the FTSE 100 was up 5 points at 7,856 at the time of writing. “After a strong […]

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UK CPI inflation fell to 10.5% in December, down from 10.7% in November, as the UK joins other major economies in experiencing falling rates of inflation. Inflation in the UK fell for the second time in a row after declining from 11.1% in October, a trend that could see UK inflation drop below 10% in […]

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UK wages rose at one the fastest paces ever recorded and piled pressure on the Bank of England to continue to tighten monetary policy with further interest rate hikes. UK wages rose 6.4% in November, the highest on record apart from during the pandemic when the unconventional nature of the economy and government support saw […]

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The Abu Dhabi based leading provider of advanced self-propelled, self-elevating support vessels serving the offshore oil, gas and renewable industries could be taking a €4m hit to its 2022 results. The group told shareholders that one of its clients in Europe, World Marine Offshore, has filed for bankruptcy. Currently owed €4m on contract due to […]

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How many times have we seen or heard the expression – ‘According to the LADBible’ – well now investors can take advantage of the connection. What was spun out of an idea for a social media publishing business dreamt up by students at Leeds University in 2012, has now become the world’s all-time most viewed […]

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Electrical goods retailer Currys have revealed the damaging nature of the cost-of-living crisis on their business in their interims on Thursday. Currys shares fell 7.5% as the group said revenue contracted by 7% on a reported basis. The ability for UK consumers to shell out on big ticket items and competition overseas were the main […]

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UK households have been dealt a minor reprieve from soaring prices as CPI fell to 10.7% in the year to November 2022, down from 11.1% in October. GBP/USD rose on the news after US CPI fell to 7.1% yesterday and raised the question of whether the Fed would start to slow their rates before, or […]

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Chinese equities rally After a weekend of unrest in major Chinese cities, the authorities have signalled they would work towards rolling out the coronavirus vaccines to the older members of their populations. The over 65s have a low rate of vaccination compared to other developed economies and has prevented the reopening of the economy. Chinese […]

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The Cheltenham-based ‘cool’ clothing group has confirmed that talks are underway with the Elliott Advisers-backed Bantry Bay Capital to help the refinance the £70m asset-backed facility that has to be completed in January. Superdry (LON:SDRY) designs trend-setting affordable, premium quality clothing, accessories and footwear and its products are sold globally. With some 695 branded stores, 220 […]

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US futures signalling a higher open US futures were pointing to a higher open for US equities after the Thanks Giving holiday. A rally in Europe yesterday saw US futures track higher with the S&P indicted to open 10 points higher at the time of writing. Chinese stocks rally despite rising COVID cases Chinese COVID […]

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Manchester United shares jump on sale reports Manchester United is reportedly being put up for sale by the Glazer family after years of poor performance on the pitch, and pressure from fans off it. Manchester United shares closed around 10% higher overnight in US trade. “It’s expected there will be plenty of interested parties wanting […]

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HMRC’s tax receipts between April and October rose sharply with income tax, national insurance, inheritance tax and capital gains tax intake all rising. Income tax, national insurance and capital gains tax receipts for the period jumped £28.1bn to £235.6b. Inheritance tax receipts soared to £0.5bn to £4.1bn. “HMRC’s tax take continues to soar with the amounts of income tax, capital gains, inheritance taxand stamp duty heading skywards as […]

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The pound falls The pound was weaker as traders mulled the implications of the UK seeking a Swiss-style deal with the EU. The UK’s economic situation is far worse than the rest of the G7, largely down to Brexit and associated restrictions. It’s been reported the government is exploring options to ease pressure on the […]

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The UK chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, has unveiled an Autumn Statement that ushers in another era of austerity in the United Kingdom. A step change in the policies outlined in Truss’s doomed mini-budget, Hunt was expected to set out tax increases and spending cuts that will increase the confidence of financial markets, at the expense of […]

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US Retail Sales drag US stocks Strong US retail sales dragged on stocks overnight as investors weighed the prospect of further rate hikes. Despite a series of severe increases in rates, the US consumer is unperturbed. This will give the Fed no reason to pivot in the short term. US stocks closed down last night […]

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UK Inflation hit the highest level since the 1980’s in October as food prices and fuel bills pile pressure on households. Higher food prices and soaring energy bills were the main drivers of the higher inflation number with milk and cheese prices a major factor in taking food price inflation to 16.2%. The manner in […]

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Higher wages lifts the pound UK wages rose 5.7% in the year to September, sparking a rally in the pound. Higher wages could further stoke inflation and lead to additional rate hikes by the Bank of England. GBP/USD was 0.9% higher at 1.1862 at the time of writing. US futures gain on Fed hopes US […]

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The lack of capacity in the UK grid and difficulties connecting clean energy technology to the grid is one of the biggest hurdles in our race to low carbon power supply, according to Jonathan Hick, Fund Manager at Triple Point. The need to adopt greater levels of renewable power has never been more prevalent. The […]

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The interim results for the six months to end September reported a substantial uplift in the group’s prospects. The £82m capitalised company, which is based near Bath, is the global leader in Automatic Identification Systems based maritime domain awareness technologies, products and systems, which are used for vessels, ports, environment agencies, fisheries, and coast guards that […]

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The UK economy shrank in the third quarter according to data released this morning. GDP contracted by 0.2% in the period and set the UK on a path towards recession, albeit a shallow one. The main culprit behind the reduction in economic activity was soaring inflation that would clearly impact the economy at some point. […]

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The FTSE 100 reversed early losses and exploded higher after US CPI inflation missed expectations. US October Consumer Prices rose only 0.4% month-on-month versus expectations of 0.6% and Core consumer price rose 0.3% vs 0.5%. The immediate market reaction saw US bond yields fall with the dollar and US equity futures surge. NASDAQ futures were […]

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Tate & Lyle made progress in the six months to 30 September as revenue grew 20% and adjusted operating profit increased by 29%. The increase in revenues were the result of a shift in focus to new innovative healthier products with their new products revenue jumping 19%. Further signalling a move away from the group’s roots […]

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Taylor Wimpey followed in Persimmon’s footsteps on Wednesday in releasing a trading statement punctuated by falling sales rates and deterioration in key metrics. Anyone that read our summary of Persimmon’s update yesterday may feel elements of Taylor Wimpey’s release have been copy and pasted over. Taylor Wimpey net private sales rates per outlet fell to […]

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Today’s AGM Statement from CAP-XX Limited (LON:CPX), one of the world leaders in designing and manufacturing supercapacitors and energy management systems, noted that it is suffering industry wide supply chain bottlenecks, especially in China. It also noted that apart from increasing pessimism over the state of the global economy, there is a global shortage of integrated […]

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Alan Green joins the Podcast as we explore UK equities and key macro themes driving markets this week. We discuss: Next (LON:NXT) GlaxoSmithKline (LON:GSK) Sovereign Metals (LON:SVML) ECR Minerals (LON:ECR) We focus initially on the Chinese economy and how UK investors could play the end of the Zero COVID-19 policy, should recent rumours prove to […]

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The six months to the end of September for Eckoh (LON:ECK), the customer engagement security solutions group, showed it performing very strongly. Group sales expanded impressively by 33% to £19.6m, while its profit performance was 50% better. The end of the first half-year saw the group, which has offices in both the UK and in the US, showing […]

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Judith Batchelar OBE has joined the MicroSalt board as the food technology company targets rapid expansion in the low-sodium market with their patented MicroSalt technology. MicroSalt contains 50% less sodium than normal table salt and is at the forefront of the fight against the health problems associated with over consumption of salt such as cardiovascular […]

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One of the biggest headlines from recent weeks was that Google Stadia, the company’s cloud gaming service, was to end. This kind of closure isn’t particularly unusual but, in Stadia’s case, it did serve as a reminder of just how wasteful the technology industry can be. Unless Google unlocks Bluetooth functionality on the Stadia controller, […]

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Prices in the UK continued to surge in September as inflation beat expectation to hit 10.1%, matching July’s 40-year record high. Inflation is now far outstripping wage increases adding to fears of a cost of living crisis with mortgages rates rising and energy bills set to jump again in April. “Inflation is back in double […]

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UK GDP data released this morning suggests after economic activity fluctuating for a number of months, the UK has likely entered a recession. UK GDP fell 0.3% in August and the previous expansion in July was revised down to a 0.1% contraction. “The latest UK GDP numbers were disappointing. Activity unexpectedly shrank 0.3% in August, as a […]

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A quality brand portfolio, growing US push and strong cash, alongside cost reductions and increased efficiency will help to strengthen second half year for Sanderson Design Group. It seems that this group has always been at the centre of English interior decoration. Dating back to 1860, it was originally an importer of French wallpapers, since […]

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Alan Green joins the UK Investor Magazine Podcast for discussion around key market themes and a number of UK equities. We look at the FTSE 100 and the dynamics driving trade as markets access the progress of the UK government. Tesco reported interims this morning and provided an insight into the health of the UK […]

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Tekcapital shares rose in early Monday morning trade after their portfolio company Innovative Eyewear announced a smart eyewear partnership with fashion brand Nautica. The landmark agreement will see Lucyd technology licensed to Nautica for the production of smart eyewear aimed at Nautica’s ocean faring customers. Nautica’s brand carries a nautical appeal, an activity Lucyd’s technology […]

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After consistently seeing a fast pace of growth through 2022, UK house price growth slowed for the first time in September. The Nationwide House Price Index showed house prices grew 9.5% in the year to September, down from 10% in August. Although the pace house price growth slowed, house prices were still flat month on […]

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The UK economy actually grew in the second quarter as initial estimates of a 0.1% contraction were revised higher. With the economy growing the second quarter, the prospect of a technical recession will be pushed back. “The Final UK GDP rate for second quarter 2022 came in at 0.2%, beating the -0.1% initial expectations. The figure is […]

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As the global demand for water continues to grow, how do we reduce the vast amount of energy used in water treatment? A Coventry-based company claims to have the answer. While we think of ourselves as residents of a blue planet, only 0.5% of the earth’s water is in the form of available fresh water. […]

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This little £21m company is a world leader in the designs and manufacture of thin, prismatic supercapacitors and energy management systems. With very high-power density and high energy storage capacity, these systems are used in portable and small-scale electronic devices, as well as in larger uses in automotive and renewable energy. Improved sales pipeline The […]

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The FTSE 100 was little changed on Tuesday having been in both significantly negative and positive on the day. The FTSE 100 was trading at 7,017, down just 3 points at the time of writing. Markets have been assessing the impact of a sinking pound and the prospect of dramatic increases in UK rates causing […]

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The six months to the end of June for the FireAngel Safety Technology Group (LON:FA.) showed some promise of profits about to show through after years of development expenditure. The Coventry-based business specialises in home safety products, such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and accessories. The group sells its products through distributors and retailers to the […]

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Kwasi Kwarteng delivered his mini-budget as UK Chancellor on Friday and provided a broad range of support for the UK economy including tax cuts, schemes to support business investment, and measures to support household bills. The Chancellor announced the biggest tax cuts in a generation and will reduce the tax paid by almost all UK […]

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KYIV, Ukraine – While everyone was preparing for the widely announced counter-offensive of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Kherson, in the first days of September, a rapid and successful de-occupation from the Russian invaders of the Kharkiv region began.  Already on September 12, the Ukrainian authorities reported that they had reached the state border with […]

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The interim results, from this 90-unit hospitality group, give clear evidence that it is having to cope with higher prices, supply chain hassles and staff shortages that are helping to slow down its expansion progress. The company takes in the chain of ‘Fridays’ and the ‘63rd +1st’ cocktail bars and restaurants that are now operating across […]

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The Pound fell sharply against the dollar and Euro on Friday after UK retail sales missed estimates, implying a deterioration in the health of the UK consumer and economy. GBP/USD fell 0.6% to 1.1400 and GBP/EUR was down 0.33% at 1.1429. The pound was at the weakest level against the Euro since February 2021 and […]

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Cineworld shares have built a base around 3p following the announcement of chapter 11 proceedings earlier in September as they attempt to bring a $5 billion debt pile under control. The filing for chapter 11 bankruptcy covers a $1.94 billion debtor-in-possession financing facility from existing lenders to ensure the group can continue to restructure the business […]

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UK inflation fell to 9.9% in August, returning below double-digits after hitting a 40-year record of 10.1% in July. Falling petrol prices were the main driver behind the inflation slowdown, with the annual rate for motor fuels easing to 32.1% from 43.7%, as a result of petrol prices falling 14.3p per litre over the period. […]

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US inflation fell to 8.3% in August, dropping from 8.5% in July in the latest report on Tuesday. The figure marks the lowest reading in four months, however it still beat market forecasts of 8.1%. The result sent US futures tumbling as the figure confirmed fears the US Federal Reserve was set to remain on […]

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The EU executive is unlikely to impose a price cap on Russian gas, according to a leaked document seen by the Guardian. However, the EU is currently seeking to introduce windfall taxes on energy company “surplus” profits. The Guardian published a report on the EU’s draft regulation on the “electricity emergency tool”, which contained no […]

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UK unemployment has fallen to the lowest rate since 1974, according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The level of people out of work has been on a general decline since late 2013, until the Covid-19 pandemic, which saw it rise until the end of 2020. However, unemployment has since returned to pre-Covid levels, […]

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The UK economy grew 0.2% in July after a 0.6% fall in June, rising 1.1% above pre-Covid levels in February 2020. However, UK GDP growth failed to meet analyst expectations, spelling trouble for the country as the cost of living crisis tightened its grip on household budgets. The Office of National Statistics (ONS) noted GDP […]

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The Bank of England postponed its interest rates decision after Queen Elizabeth’s death, rescheduling its meeting for 22 September instead. The institution cited the “period of national mourning” as the reason for its delay. The Bank was previously set to announce its next interest rates decision on Thursday 15 September. “In light of the period […]

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Major banks including Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank warned investors to expect another 0.75% interest rate hike from the European Central Bank (ECB), following its jaw-dropping 0.75% rise on Thursday. The ECB delivered the massive interest rates increase in a bid to fight soaring inflation across Europe, driven by spiking energy and food prices as […]

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Strike action has been postponed across the UK following Queen Elizabeth’s death on Thursday. Scheduled strikes, including postal workers and train staff walkouts, were reportedly suspended as the country entered a time of mourning. Unions representatives for Royal Mail employees commented the strike had been cancelled “out of respect for her service to the country […]

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The European Central Bank (ECB) hiked interest rates a whopping 0.75% at its meeting on Thursday in a bid to dampen soaring inflation across Europe. The ECB warned of higher interest rates to come in its next several meetings as it worked to reign in demand and prevent further persistent upward movement in inflation. The […]

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Liz Truss has promised to cap the average household energy bill at £2,500 per year until 2024 in her energy relief plan announced today. The proposal will see the average household save £1,000 compared to the previously scheduled price cap rise of 80% to £3,548 this October. Under the new plan, businesses will receive equivalent […]

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Chinese city Chengdu has extended its lockdown indefinitely, after the city reported 116 new local cases on Thursday, falling from 121 the previous day. The lockdown was supposed to end on Wednesday, however the Sichuan Province capital entered a long-term shutdown across most of its districts as it moved to eradicate all cases in line […]

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The number of scams has soared year-to-date, with over 70% of UK consumers targeted by fraudsters over the last three months, according to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The cost of living crisis was identified as the main driver behind the rise in scammer activity, as desperation made easy prey out of vulnerable people. FCA […]

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Global investment bank Nomura cut its Chinese GDP forecast against on the latest wave of Covid lockdowns. The lockdown of Sichuan Province capital Chengdu last week sent fears for production surging as the 21 million population joined a continued shutdown for tech hub Shenzhen. Nomura confirmed approximately 12% of China’s GDP was currently impacted by […]

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Trump’s social media platform hit a roadblock on Tuesday, after the former Apprentice star and the blank-check acquisition firm which agreed to merge with his company were denied shareholder support for a one-year extension to complete the transaction, according to Reuters. The businessman currently stands to lose a $1.3 billion cash injection for the Trump […]

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Investment companies reported a strong level of demand in Q2 despite the volatile market environment, according to the Association of Investment Companies. Purchases of investment firms amounted to £700 million in HY1 across the sector, representing the highest figure on record. “The healthy level of demand for investment companies during some difficult months in the […]

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Liz Truss is set to announce a new £130 billion plan to freeze energy bills for UK households as the cost of living crisis sends costs soaring for families across the country. Bloomberg reported the price tag would be spread over the next 18 months, which would see a new price cap set either at […]

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OPEC+ announced its intention to cut oil output by 100,000 bpd in its meeting on Monday. The organisation confirmed the reduction, which translates to 0.1% of international demand, for October this year, essentially rolling back its earlier adjustment of 100,000 for September. “The OPEC and Non-OPEC Ministerial Meeting noted the adverse impact of volatility and […]

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Liz Truss has been announced as the new Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative party. Truss was elected after weeks of campaigning against former chancellor Rishi Sunak for the position, and was voted in with 81,326 votes against Sunak’s 60,399. The vote reported an 82.6% turnout from an electorate of 172,437 Conservative party members. […]

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China has extended its Covid lockdown in Chengdu, with the city’s 21 million population set to undergo further mass testing between Monday and Wednesday. The Sichuan Health Commission reported 90 local Covid cases and 50 asymptomatic residents on Sunday, resulting in a total of 940 and 395 cases, respectively. The Xinjin district and Qionglai city […]

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Analysts marked an accelerating decline in bond markets, bringing bad news for fixed income investors in an already difficult market environment. Global bonds have lost a fifth of their value so far in 2022, with the fresh surge on US government bond yields on the back of US Fed chair Jerome Powell’s hawkish stance at […]

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The US added 315,000 nonfarm payrolls in August 2022, representing the smallest job gain since April 2021. The figure comes after a downwardly revised 526,000 result in July. The report exceeded market forecasts of 300,000 jobs and indicated a remaining tightness in the labour market. The positive jobs results will boost speculation in the markets […]

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G7 finance ministers are reportedly set to shore up plans for a price cap on Russian oil, with the aim of kneecapping Russia’s revenues for its invasion of Ukraine, while maintaining crude flows to avoid additional spikes in price. The G7 members will be meeting virtually to discuss the implementation of plans to help mitigate […]

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Shell CEO Ben van Beurden is set to resign after almost a decade in the position, according to Reuters. Two sources close to the matter apparently told the news organisation van Beurden had shortlisted four potential candidates to replace him in the leadership role. Shell head of integrated gas and renewables Wael Sawan is said […]

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Cornerstone FS shares gained 5.2% to 8.95p in early morning trading on Friday, after the forex group reported its agreement to acquire the entire issued and to be issued share capital of Pangea FX Limited for a maximum consideration of £200,000. The company said it would pay the maximum amount of £200,000 depending on future […]

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Reckitt Benckiser CEO Laxman Narasimhan became the latest CEO to join the mass leadership exodus from the FTSE 100 on Thursday. Narasimhan’s surprising announcement came as an unwelcome shock to shareholders, with the company’s stock price falling 4.2% to 6,366p in early afternoon trading. His departure marks the 17th CEO to leave a FTSE 100 […]

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Chinese city Chegdu entered lockdown on Thursday, trapping 21.2 million people within the area as Covid-19 cases surged. The region is set to undergo four days of Covid testing across the city. All residents were ordered to remain at their homes from 6pm on Thursday, with one person per day allowed outside to shop for […]

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Real household disposable incomes are set to fall by 10% over 2022-2023, according to a report by the Resolution Foundation. The economic crisis marks the deepest squeeze to living standards in a century, with the level of UK people in poverty on track to rise by three million as real term income declines by £3,000 […]

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Rio Tinto shares fell 3% to 4,625.7p in early morning trading on Thursday after the mining giant announced its acquisition of the remainder of Turquoise Hill for $3.3 billion. The commodities group is set to acquire 49% of the issued and outstanding common shares of Turquoise Hill that it does not currently own for C$43 […]

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WPP shares dipped 1.9% to 729.5p in early morning trading on Thursday, after the group announced its acquisition of Dutch ecommerce consultancy company Newcraft for an unspecified price. The creative transformation firm said the acquisition would provide access to business opportunities for its global clients, including Ahold Delhaize, Pon Holdings, Yakult and JDE Peet’s. According […]

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Annual house price growth slowed to 10% in August from 11% in July, according to the latest report from Nationwide. The average house in the UK rose to £273,751 against £271,209 month-on-month, representing an almost £50,000 price growth in the past two years. There were early signs the housing market is losing steam, with surveyors […]

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US regulators have selected e-commerce companies Alibaba Group Holding and JD.com among its selection of US-listed Chinese firms for audit inspection starting from September, according to an exclusive report from Reuters. The news organisation cited people with information of the situation. The report follows a landmark audit agreement between Beijing and Washington last Friday, which […]

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The Co-operative Group has agreed to sell a selection of locations including its petrol stations to Asda for £600 million. The transaction will see Asda acquire 132 locations from the Co-op for a cash value of £438 million and an additional expense of £162 million for IFRS16 lease liabilities. The deal comes as part of […]

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Russian energy firm Gazprom shut down the Nord Stream 1 pipeline on Wednesday for unscheduled “maintenance work” on the Trent 60 gas compressor unit operating on the critical supply route to Germany. Gas supply to Europe is scheduled for suspension until 2 September, temporarily crippling the continent’s efforts to stockpile energy supplies in advance of […]

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BT and Openreach staff kicked off the latest strike in the recent wave of industrial action sweeping the UK as the cost of living crisis bites. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) confirmed over 40,000 of its members would be taking strike action over Tuesday and Wednesday. BT and Openreach workers will be striking for the […]

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Consumer purchasing power in the grocery sector has fallen approximately 9-10% since 2019, according to a recent study by TradingPedia. The study found the total price of groceries rose 22.6% between August 2019 and August 2022, against a climb of 13.5% from £538 to £611 in the average weekly earnings of all UK employees between […]

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Dechra Pharmaceuticals shares rose 1.5% to 3,492p in early morning trading on Tuesday after the group announced its acquisition of veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturer Med-Pharmex for £221.5 million. The acquisition was finalised on a debt-free and cash-free basis, funded from existing available debt resources. Dechra Pharmaceuticals commented the transaction provided further product scale to its operations […]

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Jerome Powell smashed hopes that the US Federal Reserve would take a less aggressive stance at its next interest rates decision, and said a single month of lower inflation was insufficient to decide against higher rates at the coming meeting in September. The US Fed chair confirmed long-running assumptions that higher interest rates were going […]

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A judge has ordered Twitter to give Elon Musk the data from its 2021 users audit, in which the social media giant sampled 9,000 accounts to gauge the number of spam accounts on the site. The Tesla Tycoon has been attempting to back out of his original agreement to purchase Twitter for $44 billion, and […]

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Micro Focus shares hit the roof with a 92.7% surge to 516.3p in late morning trading on Friday, after the company accepted an acquisition offer from information management solutions group OpenText for approximately $6 billion. Micro Focus is one of the largest global software companies, and had a $2.7 billion pro forma trailing revenue for […]

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JTC shares dipped 0.2% to 759p in early morning trading on Friday, after the fund management services firm announced its proposed acquisition of New York Private Trust Company. According to JTC, the acquisition will support the its strategy to expand its presence in the US market, and to develop a US domestic trust services branch. […]

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The latest Ofgem energy price cap has risen to a bone-chilling £3,549 for customers on a direct debt, representing a 178% spike since October 2021’s limit of £1,277. “After all the estimations, predictions and finger-in-the-air sums we finally know the extent of the energy price hike everyone is going to endure in October,” said AJ […]

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US jobless claims fell under analyst expectations for the second consecutive week, according to figures reported by the US Department of Labour today. The organisation announced the advance figure for seasonally adjusted claims was 243,000 for the week ending August 20, representing a drop of 2,000 week-on-week. Jobless claims for the previous week were revised […]

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Shell has come under fire for overcharging customers after overcharging 11,275 prepayment customer accounts on its default tariffs. The energy giant is set to refund £106,000 to UK consumers, which will be issued automatically to overcharged accounts. Shell will also pay £400,000 to Ofgem’s voluntary consumer redress fund and £30,970 in goodwill payments to households, […]

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The TUC announced its case for a £15 minimum wage for UK workers today, as the cost of living crisis continues to bite. Soaring 10.1% inflation has sent the price of goods from food to fuel beyond the reach of many consumers across the country. The trade union advocated for higher wages to be “at […]

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The UK reported no fuel imports from Russia for the first time on record, according to the National Office of Statistics (ONS). The historic announcement marked a fall of £499 million from the monthly average for the 12 months to February 2022, after the UK government said it would phase out all Russian oil imports […]

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OptiBiotix Health (LON: OPTI) is the worst performer today with a 26.8% slump to 20p after it said that sales of the core prebiotics business fell in the first half due to customer delays in restocking and postponing of product launches. Larger partners are placing fewer, but more significant orders, which can make revenues lumpy. […]

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Half of UK households face fuel poverty this winter unless the government intervenes, according to EDF Energy UK senior executive Philippe Commaret. He warned families across the country would suffer a “catastrophic winter” as fuel bills soar to triple the level of last winter. The energy price cap has surged jaw-dropping amounts in recent months, […]

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Alba Mineral Resources (LON: ALBA) has agreed to acquire the 10% minority interest in the company that owns the Clogau gold mine and plans to dewater the Llechfraith mine shaft. It is also buying back a 3% net smelter return royalty leaving a 1% net smelter royalty and £72,000 of loans held by the vendor. […]

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Powerhouse Energy Group shares fell 2.9% to 1.7p in late morning trading on Tuesday, after the company announced its proposed joint venture with Hydrogen Utopia International. The project is set to see the firms develop a non-recyclable waste plastic to hydrogen facility in Konin, Poland. Powerhouse Energy confirmed the two companies had agreed in principle […]

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Credit Suisse announced the appointment of several new executives to its board on Monday. The bank confirmed the appointment of Dixit Joshi as CFO, Francesca McDonagh as COO and Michael J. Rongetti as ad interim CEO of the Asset Management division. Wealth Management division CEO Francesco De Ferrari has also been confirmed as CEO of […]

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Wizz Air shares fell 6.2% to 2,183p in late morning trading on Monday after the group announced CFO Jourik Hooghe would be resigning to “pursue opportunities outside the company.” Hooghe said he would remain with the company over the transition period until 31 December 2022, after which he will reportedly be replaced by Ian Malin, […]

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Vodafone shares dipped 0.5% to 121.1p in early morning trading on Monday after the company announced a non-binding agreement for the sale of Vodafone Hungary for €1.8 billion to 4iG and Corvinus. The deal is set to support the Hungarian state’s aim to create a national Information and Communications Technology (ICT) champion. However, Vodafone’s shared […]

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Cineworld shares gained 3.9% to 4.23p in early morning trading on Monday, despite confirmation the company was considering bankruptcy proceedings. The popular cinema chain announced it was currently searching for options to salvage the company, and were evaluating avenues to obtain additional liquidity and potentially restructure its balance sheet via a comprehensive deleveraging transaction. Cineworld […]

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Cineworld shares spiralled 53.8% to 4.5p in early afternoon trading on Friday on reports that the cinema chain would be filing for bankruptcy. The news was broken by the Wall Street Journal, citing sources close to the matter. “This would mark the end of the road for the indebted cinema chain, who has around £4bn […]

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Just Eat announced the sale of its 33% stake in Brazilian joint-venture iFood to Prosus N.V. affiliate MIH Movile Holdings for a consideration of €1.8 billion on Friday. “In what seems like a never-ending battle between online takeaway firms, Just Eat Takeaway has secured itself some more firepower through the sale of a stake in […]

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Retail sales fell 1.2% across the three months to July as the cost of living crisis continued to bite across the UK. Sales rose 0.3% in July after a 0.2% drop in June, with levels 2.3% above pre-Covid volumes but down over the last year overall, according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS). “People […]

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US initial jobless claims fell by 2,000 to reach 250,000 in the last week as the American labour market remained tight, marking the first dip in three weeks. The figures from the previous week were revised down by 10,000 to 252,000 from a prior estimate of 262,000. The US Labour Department confirmed a four-week moving […]

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The UK government blocked the acquisition of UK group Pulsic by Hong Kong company Super Orange HK on national security concerns on Wednesday. The announcement was made by the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, who prevented the merger under section 26 of the National Security Investment Act 2021. According to the […]

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B&M announced the appointment of Oliver Tant as non-executive director to the company on Thursday. Tant is set to take up the position on 1 November 2022, and will also succeed Ron McMillan as chair of the Audit & Risk Committee in July 2023 and join the Nomination Committee. McMillan is scheduled to resign after […]

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UK Inflation rose to a 40-year high of 10.1% in July as prices continued to surge across key components and put further pressure on the health of the UK economy. In contrast to the latest set of US inflation data, UK inflation beat analyst estimates of 9.8% suggesting inflation could rise further in the months […]

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Entrepreneurs who have presided over successful businesses tend to possess a multiplicity of talents and capabilities. Some may have scientific aptitudes that take them into specialist markets (such as biotech or engineering), while others may be drawn to more creative pursuits such as video production or music technology. But whatever the business path they’ve chosen […]

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The FTSE 100 underperformed European indices on Monday as London’s leading index was dragged by weaker miners following a raft of softer Chinese data overnight. “Chinese stocks were lower as there was further evidence of the harm the country’s zero-Covid approach is doing to the economy in the short term,” said AJ Bell financial analyst, […]

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Energy and Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng announced a proposal to provide additional relief for energy intensive industries in a statement released today. Companies with a high rate of electricity usage, such as steel and paper mills, were suggested as contenders for new proposals to subsidise electricity costs under a consultation for the Energy Security Strategy. […]

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IQGeo Group shares gained 7.4% to 134.8p in late afternoon trading on Friday, after the company announced its intended acquisition of Belgium firm COMSOF for a consideration up to €13 million. IQ Geo Group launched a €4.1 million fundraise to help source finance for the geospatial software business. The acquisition of COMSOF is reportedly set […]

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Johnson & Johnson announced on it would stop selling talcum-based baby powder on Friday, replacing their product with cornstrach instead. The talcum-based baby powder is scheduled to end its run in globally in 2023. The company said it stood behind the safety of its talcum powder, after allegations from tens of thousands of women who […]

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Energy bills are estimated to hit £5,038 per year in 2023, according to analysts at Auxilione. Experts said Ofgem would probably raise the price cap for the average UK household to the £5,000 mark from April next year. The news comes the same week that analysts at Cornwall Insight warned consumers to expect a price […]

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The UK economy contracted 0.1% in Q2 2022, coming in slightly above analyst expectations of a 0.2% shrinkage according to the ONS. However, the figure represented a dramatic slowdown against the 0.8% growth in seen in Q1. GDP contracted as a result of skyrocketing inflation, which currently stands at 9.4%, and the consequent lack of […]

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McDonald’s announced its reopening of Ukrainian stores after closing their operations in the country almost half a year ago at the start of the Russian invasion. The Big Mac company said it continued to pay the salaries of over 10,000 employees while regional stores were shut, and “countless members” of the McDonald’s system assisted with […]

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Entain shares rose 2.9% to 1,346.5p in early morning trading on Thursday after the betting group announced the formation of Entain CEE with Czech Republic investment firm EMMA Capital. The gambling firm is set to use the new venture to expand its reach across Central and Eastern Europe. Entain will reportedly own 75% of Entain […]

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US inflation dropped to 8.5% in July from its previous figure of 9.1%, in some desperately needed good news in the gloomy market landscape. Inflation came in below the 8.7% analyst consensus as gas prices fell across the Atlantic, dragging inflation down, albeit still within a decades-long high. The gas index fell 7.7% last month, […]

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Royal Mail workers are set to strike on 26 August, 31 August, 8 September and 9 September in a protest against employee salaries after pay negotiations between executives and postal workers crumbled. Approximately 115,000 Royal Mail staff will be walking as part of a massive wave of industrial action organised by the Communication Workers Union […]

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US President Joe Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law on Tuesday, providing $52 billion in funding for the country’s semiconductor manufacturing industry in an effort to boost national production. The Act is set to unlock $280 billion in funding to enhance US technology and manufacturing, as the country seeks to build its […]

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Coca-Cola HBC’s wholly-owned subsidiary CC Beverages Holdings II B.V. announced its agreed acquisition of ESM Effervescent Sodas Management Ltd. for €45 million on Tuesday. The bottling company is set to acquire the firm from IDEAL Holdings subsidiary S.I.C.C Holding Limited, with the transaction scheduled to close in HY2 2022. Coca-Cola HBC said its acquisition targeted […]

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Energy bills are set to exceed £4,200 in January 2023, according to a report by Cornwall Insight. The institute said its forecasts for the January Default Tariff Cap had grown by over £650, representing a price tag of approximately £4,266 for the average UK household. The bone-chilling shift represents a large step from previous estimations […]

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The US added 528,000 jobs in July, according to the US non-farm payroll report released today. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate fell to 3.5% across the country, coming in below the 3.6% market estimate. The Bureau of Labour Statistics also revised the growth in June to 398,000 payrolls from 372,000 and updated May’s results to 386,000 […]

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House prices have fallen for the first time since June 2021, according the latest report from Halifax. Prices dipped by 0.1% in July 2022, and the annual rate of growth eased to 11.8% from 12.5%. Halifax noted a typical UK property currents costs £293,221, representing a £365 reduction against June 2022. The tiny fall marks […]

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IXICO has been selected for a contract to provide MRI and DAT-SPECT imaging services by an unidentified European biopharmaceutical company for a Phase 2 clinical trial in Parkinson’s disease. The contract represents the second study award IXICO has received from the client over the last 12 months, with the trial expected to progress over four […]

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The Bank of England announced its decision to hike interest rates a whopping 0.5% to 1.75% in its meeting today, representing the highest level since 2009. The move comes in a bid to tackle soaring inflation, which currently stands at a 40-year record of 9.4% and was previously estimated to reach 11% in October this […]

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The Pensions Regulator has declared war on scammers with a new three-pronged strategy to protect savers from predators and punish criminals found guilty of participating in fraudulent activity. The scheme reportedly aims to educate pension trustees and savers on the threat of scams, stop practices which might harm retirement outcomes, and fight fraud via the […]

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OPEC+ has reportedly chosen to raise its oil output by 100,000 barrels per month in its latest meeting on Wednesday. The increase is set to cover a mere 86 seconds of international demand, and was described as “so little as to be meaningless,” according to Eurasia Group managing director for energy, climate and sustainability Raad […]

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The price of oil fell below the $100 mark ahead of the OPEC+ meeting today, with benchmark Brent Crude dipping to $99 per barrel. The market currently expects producers to keep a steady output, with little to no change in production as supply fears persist on the back of the Russian war in Ukraine. “There […]

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The price of oil took a hit on Monday after China reported a manufacturing purchasing managers’ index result below analyst estimates of 49.0 from the expectation of 50.4. The price of Benchmark Brent Crude fell to $102 per barrel, with the soaring prices enjoyed by the commodity on the back of the Ukraine war starting […]

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China reported a manufacturing growth below market estimates, following on from its dramatic slowdown in economic activity last month to 0.4% growth, coming far below analyst expectations of a 1.2% forecast. China’s manufacturing purchasing managers’ index slid to 49.0 in July from 50.2 in June, dropping beneath the market estimated of 50.4. Analysts confirmed the […]

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The US Federal Reserve hiked interest rates 0.75% on Wednesday, hitting a target range between 2.25% to 2.5% in a bid to tackle soaring inflation. US inflation reached a record height of 9.1% in June this year, ahead of analyst expectations and sparking renewed fears of a recession. Meanwhile, some market analysts expect the US […]

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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced the introduction of a new Consumer Duty on Wednesday, which is set to raise the standards for how financial firms treat customers. The Duty will reportedly allocate higher and clearer standards of consumer protection across the financial services industry, with the move coming as part of the FCA’s transformation […]

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We record this Podcast in the midst of earnings season with updates from blue chips companies flooding in from Europe as well as across the pond. The earnings picture has been mixed, but notably better than investor sentiment would suggest. We discuss upcoming rate hikes from the Fed and market positioning ahead of their decision […]

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BT Group shares rose 0.3% to 181.6p in early morning trading on Friday, after BT Group announced the Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) had approved a joint-venture between the company and Warner Bros to create a new sports offering for the UK and Ireland. The approval is set to allow BT and Warner Bros to […]

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UK inflation hit another 40-year high in June with a rise to 9.4% as crushing fuel and food prices pushed the cost of living higher, according to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS). “Rising food and fuel costs have kept inflation red hot this month. This is intensifying the pressure on […]

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Capital.com Group CEO Peter Hetherington said today his company’s strategy of focusing on mature, regulated markets is paying off, with the popular trading platform adding just over one million new user accounts during Q2.  The new sign ups mean that Capital.com now boasts just over 6.4 million users on its trading platform, which covers markets […]

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IHP Group shares were down 3.4% to 240.4p in late morning trading on Tuesday following a reported £1.7 billion in gross inflows and £1 billion in net inflows over Q3 2022. The firm highlighted its gross and net inflows for the financial year remained ahead of the previous year comparative. IHP Group confirmed an average […]

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Real term total pay fell by 0.9% and real term regular pay fell by a record 2.8% over the last year, according to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS). Inflation is currently at a 40-year high of 9.1% and set to climb to 11% by October this year, placing UK consumers […]

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GSK announced the completion of its Haleon consumer healthcare business demerger on Monday to form the new Haleon Group in the biggest European market listing in a decade. The Haleon Group’s shares were admitted at 8am today to the Premium Listing segment of the Official List and to trading on the Main Market of the […]

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EQTEC shares gained 1.4% to 0.4p in late morning trading on Monday after the company announced its selection of Petrofac as its front-end engineering (FEED) design contractor for its waste-to-energy project at Haverton Hill, Billingham. EQTEC and Petrofac have worked together since 2021 on pre-FEED work, including a review by Petrofac of EQTEC’s technology, resulting […]

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China’s economy saw a significant slowdown in Q2 2022, coming in significantly below expectations with a 0.4% growth compared to a 1.2% forecast and sparking recession fears across the globe. The figures mark the country’s most devastating performance since Q1 2020, which saw China’s economy shrink 6.9% as the first wave of Covid-19 hit Wuhan. […]

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Anglo American shares were down 1% to 2,657p in early morning trading on Thursday following its announced partnership with Nippon Steel to decarbonise the steelmaking process. The two companies reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in a move to research methods to optimise premium lump ore produced by Anglo American’s mines to decrease emissions […]

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ITV has confirmed it is under investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) for its purchase of freelance services which support the production and broadcasting of sports content in the UK. ITV has been identified in the investigation, along with BT Group, IMG Media and Sky UK. The investigation was launched under section 25 […]

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Elon Musk is reportedly being sued by Twitter after the billionaire attempted to terminate his proposed £37 billion purchase of the social media platform. The Tesla Tycon argued that Twitter failed to provide him with accurate information on the number of bots and spam accounts on the site. Twitter responded with a lawsuit sought via […]

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The UK economy grew 0.5% in May after two consecutive months of contraction, according to figures released by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). The ONS confirmed GDP was estimated to currently be 1.7% above its pre-Covid-19 levels. “After all the doom and gloom about the state of the British economy May’s growth figures might […]

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The Euro tumbled to a 20-year low against the Dollar this week, reaching almost parity with the US currency after Russia renewed its threat to turn off the gas supply to Europe. The resurgence of Russia’s threat has sparked fresh fears of a European recession, with a single Euro equating to $1.0003 in morning trading. […]

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Transport company Uber was caught in the global spotlight last weekend, after 124,000 files leaked to the Guardian revealed the company secretively lobbied politicians to change the structure of the transport industry across international segments. The files, which were also shared with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), displayed messages and emails spanning 40 […]

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The US reported 372,000 non-farm payrolls in June 2022, with the figure slightly offset by a 74,000 downward revision to the results over the past two months. Private payrolls grew by 381, while manufacturing payrolls grew 29,000. The unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.6%. S&P 500 futures were down 0.4% to 3,889 at the time […]

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JD Sports Fashion shares rose 2.4% to 125.3p in late morning trading on Friday after the retailer announced its appointment of Andy Higginson as group chair. Higginson is set to take up the position from 11 July 2022, following an extensive search by the board with the support of an external search company. The move […]

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The FTSE 100 sank on Tuesday as investors fled risk asset over fears further rate hikes could cause a central bank induced global recession. Lower volumes make moves in stocks more pronounced and after a jump yesterday, London-listed shares took a step back as investors accessed the threat of inflation and a possible recession. The […]

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The FTSE 100 was up over 1% on Monday following a rebound in benchmark Brent Crude to $113 per barrel. A rebound from last week’s heavy selling continued into Monday’ session as concerns over oil supply saw the energy complex rise, taking the FTSE 100’s oil companies with it. Harbour Energy, BP and Shell shares […]

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Spirax-Sacro Engineering shares were up 2.5% to 10,315p in early morning trading on Monday following its announced negotiations to acquire the Vulcanic group of companies from French private equity firm Qualium for £225.5 million on a cash and debt-free basis. Vulcanic operates as a European industrial electric heating group, and is currently the largest supplier […]

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Oxford Biomedica shares were up 3% to 468p in late morning trading on Friday after the firm announced it had entered into a three-year Master Services and Development Agreement with AstraZeneca. The Agreement would reportedly facilitate the potential future manufacturing opportunities for the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine. Oxford Biomedica noted the deal represents an expansion of […]

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Croda shares increased 0.6% to 6,512p in late morning trading on Friday after the group announced its completed divestment of its Performance Technologies and Industrial Chemicals businesses to a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cargill. Croda reported the gross proceeds from the transaction would be approximately £667 million, subject to small adjustments for cash, working capital and […]

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That was the understatement made by Robert Cook, CEO of the recently quoted Hostmore (LON:MORE). When the group came to the market in early November last year its shares hit 156.24p on the first day of trading, before closing that night at 133.58p. When boss Cook made his Trading Update comment in late May this year, […]

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The FTSE 100 was up over 1% in early afternoon trading on Tuesday as markets were pulled up by mining companies on hopes of growing future demand for raw materials. The G7 $600 billion plan to fund infrastructure in developing countries over the next five years served to send commodities groups surging as investors leapt […]

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Credit Suisse has been found guilty on charges of money laundering, according to the verdict reported on Monday, with the bank ordered to pay fines of £1.7 million alongside £17 million to the Swiss government. The verdict found the banking company guilty of failure to adequately prevent members of a Bulgarian crime syndicate from profiting […]

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Croda has secured funding from the US government in a $75 million agreement which will see the US support the firm’s US lipid systems facilities used in novel therapeutic drugs, such as mRNA vaccines. Croda announced it would be investing up to $58 million in line with its ‘Empower Biologics Delivery’, bringing the project investment […]

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AstraZeneca announced it had officially received recommendations for EU approval for its breast cancer treatments Enhertu and Lynparza on Monday. The pharmaceutical giant reported the recommended approval of its Enhertu treatment for patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer treated with a prior anti-HER2-based regimen, and the use of its Lynparza (olaparib) treatment for patients with […]

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Russia has officially defaulted on its foreign debt, marking the first time in a century that the country has failed to complete its payments. Russia reportedly defaulted on $100 million of coupons on two Eurobonds due in May, after which the country received a 30-day period to make the payments, which expired on Sunday. Putin’s […]

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