Trump Moves Ahead with New Tariffs on Japan and South Korea
Trump targets Japan and South Korea with 25% tariffs, warning of escalation without trade policy changes.
Mark Rogers
Plus500 reports solid Q2 as global expansion builds momentum
Plus500 posts strong Q2 results, boosts customer growth and global expansion, with shares up 30% year-to-date on solid outlook.
Glencore starts $1 Billion buyback after viterra deal
Glencore begins $1 billion share buyback after Viterra deal, aiming to manage capital and reduce future Swiss tax exposure.
Wise Becomes the Latest UK Giant to Eye a Transatlantic Escape
Wise plans to move its primary listing from London to the US for better capital access, joining AstraZeneca and others in doing so.
Currys Powers Up with Profit Surge and Dividend Comeback
Currys shares jumped as profits soared, dividends returned, and strong UK growth offset Nordic struggles. Cash flow and confidence improved.
Topps Tiles Shares Climb as Sales Accelerate and Margins Improve
Topps Tiles shares surge after strong Q3 sales growth, improved margins, and signs of recovery in consumer demand.
Spectris gets swept up by KKR in £4.1bn deal
Spectris accepts £4.1bn takeover from KKR, ditching Advent’s lower bid, shares rise on the news.
Greggs Shares Melt 14% as Sales Slow in the Sun
Greggs shares slump 14% after hot weather dents pastry sales, prompting a profit warning and fresh doubts over growth strategy.
Santander Buys TSB: Big Cheque, Bigger Ambitions
Santander is buying TSB for £2.65 billion to bulk up in UK retail banking. It’s a scale play, not a transformation.
AstraZeneca Shares Rise as CEO Eyes US Stock Market Move
AstraZeneca’s 2.6% share jump follows CEO’s US listing hint, another major blow to London’s stock market pride.
Standard Chartered Dragged Into 1MDB Mess
Standard Chartered faces $2.7bn lawsuit over alleged role in 1MDB fraud, shares fall as legal and reputational risks grow.
Sainsbury’s Delivers on Sales But Shares Shrug
Sainsbury’s beats expectations with strong sales and market share gains, but shares barely move as guidance and margins remain unchanged.
WH Smith Settles for Less in High Street Exit, Shares take a hit
WH Smith completes sale of high street business at reduced price, highlighting retail struggles as it doubles down on travel operations.
Moonpig Share Price Falls as CEO Steps Down
Moonpig’s CEO exits amid modest growth, profit slump, and strategic uncertainty, raising questions about the company’s long-term identity.
Federal Reserve and Geopolitics Fuel Bitcoin’s Latest Bounce
Bitcoin’s sharp rebound amid geopolitical and Fed uncertainty shows it remains a speculative asset, not yet a reliable safe haven.
THG Shares Rally After Reporting Improved Q2 Results
THG shares surged after Q2 revenue growth in Nutrition and improved Beauty sales, though challenges and declines remain.
Babcock Shares Jump as Defence Spending Boosts Outlook
Babcock shares rise after strong results, raised margin targets, dividend hike, and announcement of first-ever £200m share buyback.
Carnival Shares Surge After Record-Breaking Q2 Results
Carnival shares jumped after reporting record Q2 results, raising guidance and exceeding 2026 targets.
Telecom Plus Reports Record Profits and Dividend Despite Revenue Dip
Telecom Plus reports record profits and dividend, with 15% customer growth despite revenue decline due to Ofgem price cap.
Bitcoin’s Weekend Dip Wasn’t a Crisis – It Was a Reminder
Bitcoin’s recent dip and quick recovery highlight ongoing volatility and growing institutional demand amid geopolitical uncertainty and market debate.
US-Iran Tensions Spark Oil Price Spike Amid Strait of Hormuz Threats
US-Iran tensions rise as Iran threatens the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil prices to spike and unsettling global energy markets.
Plus500 Secures Canadian Licence as Global Push Continues
Plus500 expands into Canada with new regulatory licence, reinforcing its global strategy.
Wall Street Faces Geopolitical Wake-Up Call on Monday
Markets face turbulence after U.S. strikes Iran, with oil prices rising and investors fearing inflation, retaliation, and disrupted rate-cut plans.
Tesla’s Robotaxi: Revolution or Just Another Musk Mirage?
Tesla’s cautious robotaxi rollout is less revolution, more tech demo. Meanwhile, Musk pushes X into stock trading, a risky move blending innovation with spectacle.
Barclays Shares Aren’t Just Bouncing – They’re Sending a Message
Barclays shares rise as global turmoil fuels market volatility, boosting its trading profits and setting it apart from UK banking peers.
BP share price edges up 1.5% as takeover rumours swirl
BP shares rise 1.5% amid takeover speculation following strategic reset and pressure from activist investors.
Rolls-Royce Ambitions Clash with Global Trade Challenges
Rolls-Royce faces tariff risks and valuation pressure despite strong growth ambitions across aviation and defence.