Victrex shares dip as fresh leadership confronts ongoing market challenges
Victrex appoints new CEO, reports weaker Medical division revenue, shares slump 7% amid trading update.
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FTSE edges higher as tariff fog lingers
FTSE edges up as investors weigh shifting US tariff deadlines and cautious corporate updates.
FTSE dips as US tariff deadline moves to August
FTSE falls as US delays tariffs to August 1, Glencore, PHP and Jarvis in focus, Wall Street also slides.
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.
FTSE Flat as Tariff Deadline Looms, Shell and Currys Weigh
FTSE opened flat as Shell and Currys dragged, while US tariff threats and Eneraqua’s warning rattled broader market sentiment.
FTSE Dips as Trump’s Spending Bill Passes
FTSE slips as Trump signs mega-bill; EU braces for tariffs; Versarien, Huddled climb; Thruvision drops on fundraise.
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.
FTSE Rises as Starmer Stands by Reeves, Mkango Soars on Nasdaq Deal
FTSE rises as Starmer backs Reeves, Mkango surges on Nasdaq deal, global markets eye US-Vietnam trade.
Robinhood Shares Surge Past $100 on Tokenised Stocks Launch
Robinhood’s shares hit $100, driven by a major European crypto expansion offering tokenised stocks, private equities, and blockchain trading.
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.
FTSE Slips as Reeves Row Rocks Pound and Bonds
FTSE dipped as political turmoil over Reeves rattled markets, Bytes plunged, Greggs warned on profits, and bond yields surged.
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.
FTSE Opens Higher, Trump Threatens Japan with Tariffs
FTSE 100 edged up, Spectris soared on KKR bid; Greggs and Bytes tumbled; Trump threatened Japan with steep tariffs.
FTSE Ends Higher Despite Trade Worries, Sainsbury Slips on Flat Guidance
FTSE 100 rose as energy stocks gained, Sainsbury, Kitwave, and Mpac fell on cautious outlooks and profit warnings.
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.
FTSE Open Higher Ahead of Welfare Vote
FTSE opens higher as welfare vote looms and UK house prices dip; Mpac and Kitwave plunge, National Grid rises on Ofgem plan.
FTSE closes lower despite Wall Street gains amid cautious UK mood
FTSE slips 0.4% despite steady UK GDP and rising mortgage approvals; housebuilders fall, Babcock gains on upgrades.
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.
FTSE drifts lower despite GDP lift and tariff relief
FTSE dips despite solid UK GDP and US tariff relief, as cautious sentiment and corporate updates weigh on early trading.
Trump’s Trade Whiplash Trips Up S&P 500 Record-Breaking Rally
Markets poised to hit record highs before Trump abruptly ended Canada trade talks, triggering a sharp reversal.
FTSE 100 Higher as JD Sports and Unilever Drive Early Gains
London’s FTSE 100 opened higher, led by JD Sports and Unilever, as trade optimism and corporate news supported cautious investor sentiment.
Miners, defence and Wall Street momentum lift FTSE 100
Miners and defence stocks lifted the FTSE 100, while Wall Street hit fresh highs on growing hopes of rate cuts.
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.
London Stocks Tick Higher Amid Easing Oil Prices
London stocks opened slightly higher as oil eased and upgrades to Entain and Inchcape lifted sentiment despite Moonpig’s sharp fall.
Shell Denies BP Talks
BP shares surged after takeover rumours with Shell, which Shell promptly denied, causing a pullback.
FTSE 100 Drifts Lower Despite Babcock Boost
FTSE 100 slipped despite Babcock’s surge, as broader market optimism faded and heavyweight sectors failed to sustain early gains.
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.
FTSE 100 Opens Higher Amid Iran-Israel Ceasefire, But Lags Wall Street Rally
FTSE 100 rose modestly as geopolitical tensions eased, but US markets outperformed. Babcock surged 11% on strong earnings.
FTSE 100 Shrugs at Ceasefire Hopes While Wall Street Rallies
FTSE 100 barely moved despite geopolitical relief, underperforming upbeat US markets as oil majors and gold miners dragged gains.
Carnival Shares Surge After Record-Breaking Q2 Results
Carnival shares jumped after reporting record Q2 results, raising guidance and exceeding 2026 targets.
FTSE 100 Boosted by Ceasefire News
Markets rallied on Middle East ceasefire hopes, but underlying risks and economic troubles suggest this relief rally may prove short-lived.
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.
Plus500 Secures Canadian Licence as Global Push Continues
Plus500 expands into Canada with new regulatory licence, reinforcing its global strategy.
FTSE 100 Opens Lower but Pushes Back as Markets Weigh Risks
FTSE 100 steadies after early dip, airlines fall on Middle East fears, oil firms rise amid supply concerns, private equity takeover news.
Markets Unshaken by US Attack on Iran
US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites rattled nerves briefly, but markets held firm, defying expectations of panic and deeper fallout.