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Related Companies: ASOS (ASC) , Associated British Foods (ABF) , CMC Markets (CMCX)

CMC Markets surges as trading update bolsters institutional outlook and ASOS finds investor support from asset disposal in the US but Associated British Foods slumps as ingredients division shows weakness.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , Celsius Resources Limited (DI) (CLA) , IWG (IWG)

Housebuilders turn lower as class action law suit over price fixing emerges, but IWG jumps on extended share buyback news and small cap Celsius Resources advances on asset disposal plans.

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BT Group sees modest gains off JV announcement with Verizon, Bridgepoint adds after acquisition news is well received and Eco Atlantic also finds cheer as farm out agreement gets government approvals.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , Wise Class A (WISE) , Guardian Metal Resources plc (GMET)

Barratt Redrow tops off week of gains with new CEO arrival date confirmed, Wise sees FY numbers at top end of estimates and Guardian Metals finds support ahead of next week’s feasibility study release.

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easyJet makes further gains as management offer an olive branch to suitor Castlelake, Moonpig surges on outperformance and buyback news, whilst 3i also reacts well to pre-AGM portfolio update.

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SEGRO shares jump as US peer eyes hostile takeover, Berkeley finds support as softer results land in line with expectations and early gains from THG’s trading update prove difficult to sustain.

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Scottish Mortgage struggles as US tech valuations take a nose-dive and Telecoms Plus share price collapses as investment plans cut FY27 profit targets but Ramsdens Holdings jumps as sale agreed.

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easyJet makes modest gains on revised bid offer but market lacks conviction, whilst Ocado slips on CEO succession speculation and Babcock also under fire as forward order book softens.

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PPHE Hotels slump as sale process stumbles, Sunda Energy hit hard as local regulator calls a halt to production sharing contract and asset manager Record also squeezed as profits fall.

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FirstGroup surges as revenue increase and share buyback news impresses whilst Genedrive adds as another NHS trust adopts its services but Tesco slumps despite customer popularity and modest revenue uptick.

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PZ Cussons surges as currency stability sees full year outlook fortified and Hays finds some support as disposal news gets good reception, but investors take glass half view over record revenues at AO World.

Related Companies: Rathbones Group (RAT) , Everyman Media Group (EMAN) , SDCL Efficiency Income Trust (SEIT)

Everyman Media Group slumps on news of proposed listing cancelation, SDCL Efficiency Investment Trust also eyes winding down move and Rathbones announces some temporary suspension of business following regulatory analysis.

Related Companies: Antofagasta (ANTO) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

Hopes that a lasting peace in the Middle East can now be found has been the main driver for markets this morning. Antofagasta surges on global economy hopes, Wizz Air gains, and oil majors slump as energy prices tumble.

Related Companies: Antofagasta (ANTO) , Boohoo Group (DEBS) , Virgin Wines UK (VINO)

Antofagasta jumps with other mining stocks as hopes of Middle East peace rise and Boohoo gains as company offloads tenancy for its US distribution centre, but Virgin Wines slips as bigger FY loss now expected.

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Wizz Air soars despite profit blow and no full year guidance, but Halma slumps as dividends fall short of expectations and NCC also drops back as market digests interims along with results of strategic review.

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Pub operator Fullers surges on impressive profit news and EnQuest adds as acquisition set to lead to step change in production but WH Smiths struggles as consumer weakness grows and cap raise announced.

Related Companies: Fevertree Drinks (FEVR) , Molten Ventures (GROW) , Seraphim Space Investment Trust (SSIT)

Fevertree jumps on extended share buy back news and solid pre-AGM update, Molten Ventures full year numbers impress and Seraphim Space Investment Trust rockets higher as major portfolio company eyes funding round.

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Tate & Lyle shares add a further 13% as buyout details emerge and Beeks Financial moves higher after news of $5m contract announced, but Audioboom slips despite upbeat outlook as sale plans are shelved.

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Evoke jumps on takeover agreement news and Raspberry Pi sees weighty inventory flattering H1 performance, but Bodycote slides as pending bid from private equity collapses.

Related Companies: Mitie Group (MTO) , CMC Markets (CMCX) , Helium One Group Ltd (DI) (HE1)

CMC Markets shoots higher as results, outlook impress, Mitie Group navigates rising costs to still expand margin base and Helium One signs short term offtake agreement providing cash flow stability over the summer.

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Howden Joinery adds on acquisition and buy back news, B&M find support despite challenging market backdrop and Boohoo also gains as turn around plans start to bear results.

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Elementis jumps on asset disposal and cash return to shareholder news, but GB Group falls on outlook and BATS fails to find much traction despite robust performance in next-gen products and US market.

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easyJet soars as takeover talk surfaces and Applied Nutrition also finds favour as FY outlook upped amidst business progress but ME Group slumps as falling consumer confidence is set to erode profits.

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Ocado shares jump on news of partnership with Asda and CelLBxHealth advances following tie up with AstraZeneca, whilst Clean Power Hydrogen requests trading suspension amidst funding squeeze and testing incident.

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PPHE Hotels soar as all cash bid tabled, but Johnson Matthey shareholders fail to warm to benefits of restructuring and Molten Ventures sees early pressure as major holder sells down stake.

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Hollywood Bowl shares surge as interim performance proves resilient and Cohort jumps as full year numbers are ahead of expectations but Melrose slips again as California incident could disrupt future supplies.

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Kingfisher finds support in wake of modest Q1 sales advance and Atalaya Mining shareholders look past weather disrupted output as full year guidance on track, but Melrose slumps amidst technical situation at California plant.

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Softcat surges as broad based offering appeals to customer needs and Arkle Resources gains from positive drilling update but Genuit Group under pressure as macro and political woes hamper performance.

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AJ Bell surges on recorded growth and outlook, QinetiQ also makes gains as fuelled by order intake and capital allocation plans, but Mitchells & Butler shares hit by lack of forward visibility.

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Marks & Spencer shows strong recovery following last year’s cyber attack, RS Group adds on confident management, share buyback news, and Severn Trent also ahead as CapEx drives profit growth.

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SSP Group jumps as Middle East conflict fails to derail global growth, IG Group sees gains as full year outlook revised higher and Diploma also impresses with news of upgraded forecasts.

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Capita gains off stable trading update whilst Eco Atlantic also finds cause for cheer as takeover plans progress, but Anglo American stutters with asset disposal news being clouded by potential regulatory challenges.

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Kendrick Resources climbs on positive drilling results from Namibia and 3i Group stages a modest rebound after yesterday’s selling whilst ValiRx stock slides amidst news of fresh funding round.

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Spire Healthcare jumps as management recommend bid approach and Watches of Switzerland also in favour as growth outshines potential FY27 slowdown but 3i takes another hit as Middle East spill over concerns weigh.

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Intertek advances as management warm to revised bid offer and Vistry rallies hard on news of strategic shift and appointment, but Vistry slumps as discounting set to hit H1 profits.

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Greggs share price jumps higher as trading year gets off to a strong start and Intertek finds support as EQT come back again, but Vodafone slips as investors underwhelmed by full year print.

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ASOS shares soar on news of asset disposal whilst Compass Group makes modest gains after full year outlook is guided higher, but Shoe Zone tumbles as interims show sharp drop in revenue.

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IAG shares slump as management talk down outlook despite robust Q1 performance, Intertek falls back as the board reject a third bid approach and Workspace feels the pressure as activists Saba weigh in.

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JD Sports investors shake off fears of a slowing consumer market, placated by dividend hike and Helios Towers soars as outlook upgraded but BAE Systems share price slides despite robust Q1 performance.

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Diageo investors find cause for cheer as company surprises market with revenue growth, but Trainline struggles as outlook offers little cause for cheer and Reach also slumps as search and referral volumes continue to disappoint.

Related Companies: HSBC Holdings (HSBA) , Intertek Group (ITRK) , Empire Metals Limited NPV (DI) (EEE)

Intertek jumps on news of revised bid approach from EQT and Empire Metals adds as drilling results highlight significant Titanium discovery but HSBC slumps as investors focus on mounting global economic risk.

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MJ Gleeson gains as trading update provides improved visibility for full year performance and PureTech Health spin out sees its valuation revised higher, but NatWest shares slide despite profits beating forecasts.

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Q1 update from Magnum ice cream impresses, United Utilities also finds support from revenues and capital raise initiative, whilst Whitbread slips as growth stalls at Premier Inn with cost pressures taking a toll.

Related Companies: Whitbread (WTB) , United Utilities Group (UU.) , The Magnum Ice Cream Company (MICC)

Q1 update from Magnum ice cream impresses, United Utilities also finds support from revenues and capital raise initiative, whilst Whitbread slips as growth stalls at Premier Inn with cost pressures taking a toll.

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Treatt shares jump after takeover approach recommended by management, Aston Martin Lagonda shows continued signs of improvement with an upbeat outlook to boot and Jet2 offers confidence despite macro backdrop.

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Tullow Oil gains as investors cheer outlook after challenging 2025, WPP set to see further contraction as the business simplifies and Telecom Plus slides as market dynamics and churn rates take a toll.

Related Companies: Intertek Group (ITRK) , Molten Ventures (GROW) , Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2)

Molten Ventures gains off full year update but continues to trade at a significant discount to NAV and Clean Power Hydrogen adds on MoU news but Intertek slumps as management dismiss speculative bid for the business.

Related Companies: Computacenter (CCC) , Serica Energy (SQZ) , ATOME Energy (ATOM)

Computacenter powers ahead after impressive Q1 and near term optimism, Serica Energy nudges higher on trading and corporate update, but ATOME retreats as discounted funding round completes.

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RWS Holdings rallies after strong H1 performance, but WH Smiths slumps as dividends suspended amidst sales concerns and J Sainsbury also comes under pressure as Middle East conflict limits visibility.

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Quilter finds support off increase in AUM, but Reckitt Benckiser slumps as revenue growth fails to capitalise on weak comparatives and Shoe Zone cautions of full year profits being wiped out.

Related Companies: Associated British Foods (ABF) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST) , THG (THG)

THG finds support off best Q1 performance in three years, but ABF’s news that it would demerge Primark is overshadowed by earnings and Crest Nicholson tumbles in wake of profit downgrade.

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Advance Medical Solutions jumps as company confirms bid speculation, oil prices move higher once again on US/Iran latest which lends BP support and Kainos jumps after profit upgrade - but fails to hold gains.

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ITM Power shares soar as company initiates national security collaboration, but Centrica stumbles as government tax changes threaten margins and Workspace also falls as FY27 outlook is pitched lower.

Related Companies: Tesco (TSCO) , easyJet (EZJ) , Dunelm Group (DNLM)

Tesco posts gains as market share improves and dividends edge higher, but easyJet rattled as full impact of higher fuel costs disclosed and Dunelm also finds itself rattled as FY projections are dialled down.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , Rank Group (RNK) , Saga (SAGA)

Rank Group jumps on robust growth despite economic uncertainty, Saga finds support as mid term targets remain on track and Barratt Redrow shareholders also cheer Q3 performance as forward revenues accelerate.

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Intertek jumps amidst news of strategic review to unlock shareholder value and Oxford Instruments rises as H2 performance impresses but Imperial Brands slips as performance in traditional tobacco market lags.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Wise Class A (WISE)

Geopolitical affairs dominate as new week gets underway with airline stocks pressured and big oil finding support. Wise also gains as guidance reaffirmed and US listing plans remain on track.

Related Companies: Impax Asset Management Group (IPX) , AO World (AO.) , Quantum Blockchain Technologies (QBT)

AO World jumps as revenues rise, but Quantum Blockchain falls as hoped for legal settlement is delayed and Impax finds itself under pressure after disappointing AUM update.

Related Companies: ITM Power (ITM) , Me Group International (MEGP) , Metlen Energy & Metals PLC (MTLN)

Grant award and government equity stake boosts ITM Power, ME Group gains on news of ASDA tie up and Metlen Energy sees support off the back of delayed results publication.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Antofagasta (ANTO) , Close Brothers Group (CBG)

Hopes that the US will now deescalate tensions in the Gulf buoy markets with Antofagasta the biggest blue chip riser, whilst BP bears the brunt as oil prices collapse and Close Brothers jumps on car finance settlement update.

Related Companies: Volex (VLX) , MTI Wireless Edge Ltd. (MWE) , Victoria (VCP)

A quiet return from the Easter weekend but MTI Wireless Edge adds on contract win news and Volex finds support from buyback and main board migration update, but Victoria quickly gives back early gains.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Berkeley Group Holdings (The) (BKG) , Insig AI (INSG)

This is the last Across The Markets ahead of the Easter weekend. Insig AI gains on NY listing talk and airlines buoyed by hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East but Berkeley update rattles investors.

Related Companies: Barr (A.G.) (BAG) , Future (FUTR) , Raspberry PI Holdings (WI) (RPI)

Raspberry Pi surges as semiconductor growth buoys company’s success and AG Barr gains ground as synergies deliver benefits but publisher Future slumps as changing consumer behaviour impacts revenues.

Related Companies: Greatland Gold (GGP) , Boohoo Group (DEBS) , Abingdon Health (ABDX)

Greatland Gold jumps on material increase in resource estimates, Abingdon Health climbs on contract wins and Boohoo investors cheer successful pivot to marketplace operation.

Related Companies: Playtech (PTEC) , Immupharma (IMM) , Metlen Energy & Metals PLC (MTLN)

Playtech rebounds following yesterday’s rout and Immupharma finds support off the back of platform update news, but Metlen posts big losses in wake of short delay to publication of results.

Related Companies: Next (NXT) , Capita (CPI) , Currys (CURY)

Capita jumps on well received asset disposal news and Next finds support as results outperform once again, but Currys slumps as CEO departure announced after eight year tenure.

Related Companies: ASOS (ASC) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST) , Volex (VLX)

ASOS investors cheer news of margin improvement, Crest Nicholson’s pivot to a more premium housebuilder delivers improved sales, whilst Volex gains as demand soars and company eyes migration to full LSE listing.

Related Companies: Kingfisher (KGF) , Bytes Technology Group (BYIT) , Trustpilot Group (TRST)

Kingfisher tacks on modest gains as scale delivers the retailer a valuable edge, but Trustpilot slumps as major shareholder sells at a discount and Bytes Technology falls with trading update flagging limited profit growth next year.

Related Companies: Spire Healthcare Group (SPI) , Me Group International (MEGP) , Applied Nutrition Plc (APN)

ME Group posts more record results and launches share buyback but stock remains suspended, Applied Nutrition slumps despite upbeat earnings and Spire Healthcare falls back as PE suitors retreat.

Related Companies: Wetherspoon (J.D.) (JDW) , Spire Healthcare Group (SPI) , TheWorks.Co.Uk (WRKS)

Spire Healthcare jumps as revised bid news circulates in the media and The Works gains as plans to shut online operations see profit guidance upped but JD Wetherspoon cautions on profits against rising cost backdrop.

Related Companies: IG Group Holdings (IGG) , Tinybuild Inc. (DI) (Reg s, CAT 3) (TBLD) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

IG Group surges on profit, buyback and strategic review announcement, Tinybuild advances after FY numbers beat expectations and Ithaca recoups Wednesday’s results -driven losses.

Related Companies: Diploma (DPLM) , Moonpig Group (MOON) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

Moonpig gains on news of extended share buyback plan and Diploma soars as management announce significant guidance upgrade, but Ithaca slumps as production momentum stalls.

Related Companies: IP Group (IPO) , Trustpilot Group (TRST) , Wickes Group (WIX)

IP Group gains on expectations of future disposals, Wickes finds support as market share increases again and Trustpilot jumps as profitability better than expected with new share buyback announced.

Related Companies: Wishbone Gold (DI) (WSBN) , System1 Group (SYS1) , Bytes Technology Group (BYIT)

System1 jumps as trading update eyes return to profitability, Bytes Technology finds early gains from stake building difficult to sustain and Wishbone Gold slumps despite gold find news.

Related Companies: CLS Holdings (CLI) , Thruvision Group (THRU) , ATOME Energy (ATOM)

Thruvision advances as company wins contract with 5th US airport and Atome Energy rises as funding secured for new plant but CLS is under pressure as war in Iran looks set to knock near term confidence.

Related Companies: On The Beach Group (OTB) , TP Icap Group (TCAP) , Helios Towers (HTWS)

TP ICAP jumps on record revenue growth and capital return news, but Helios Towers struggles and On The Beach sees share price slump as Middle East conflict results in profit guidance being suspended.

Related Companies: Legal & General Group (LGEN) , Balfour Beatty (BBY) , Harbour Energy (HBR)

Balfour Beatty gains after news of bumper profits, but Legal & General slumps despite £1.2bn share buyback and Harbour Energy is under pressure as major shareholder sells down half their holding.

Related Companies: Persimmon (PSN) , Rotork (ROR) , Genuit Group (GEN)

Persimmon jumps on solid figures for FY25 along with upbeat outlook and Genuit advances as company navigates margin headwinds well but Rotork slides as fears over Middle East exposure could weigh.

Related Companies: Antofagasta (ANTO) , Clarkson (CKN) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ)

Wizz Air slumps as Middle East conflict shows no signs of relenting and Antofagasta slides following broker downgrade, whilst early cheer at Clarkson abates despite another year of dividend hikes.

Related Companies: IMI (IMI) , New Frontier Minerals Limited (NFM) , Quantum Blockchain Technologies (QBT)

IMI jumps as another round of upbeat full year results paves way for capital returns and Quantum Blockchain advances after mining rig update but New Frontier slumps as drill results pose questions.

Related Companies: Rentokil Initial (RTO) , Ibstock (IBST) , Entain (ENT)

Entain jumps as management cite business in best shape ever and Rentokil advances as revenue and margin improvements impress but Ibstock under pressure as rising costs overshadow sales growth.

Related Companies: Galliford Try (GFRD) , Metro Bank Holdings PLC (MTRO) , Vistry Group (VTY)

Metro Bank jumps as earnings lay out strong returns growth path and Galliford Try advances as full year profit outlook upgraded, but Vistry slumps as management focus on debt reduction, not capital returns.

Related Companies: Intertek Group (ITRK) , Fresnillo (FRES) , Central Asia Metals (CAML)

Fresnillo slides as outlook overshadows revenue growth, Intertek’s full year numbers fail to find favour with investors and Central Asia Metals also trades lower as investors brace for impairment charge in next results.

Related Companies: BAE Systems (BA.) , International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , PPHE Hotel Group Ltd (PPH)

Middle East conflict sees shares in defence stocks including BAE Systems jump, whilst airlines face significant headwinds and hoteliers PPHE feel brunt of war and potential property acquisition challenges.

Related Companies: Rightmove (RMV) , Senior (SNR) , Rathbones Group (RAT)

Rightmove jumps on profit growth and buyback news, Senior finds favour as new improved bids surface and Rathbones benefits from Investec merger synergies.

Related Companies: Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.) , Hikma Pharmaceuticals (HIK) , Mobico Group (MCG)

Rolls Royce soars higher on upbeat FY numbers and share buyback, Mobico also gains as turn around plans deliver results but Hikma slumps as challenging times lie ahead for pharma giant.

Related Companies: Diageo (DGE) , Trainline (TRN) , Me Group International (MEGP)

Interims from Diageo fall flat as shareholders brace for dividend cut, Trainline loses ground as CEO’s departure announced and ME Group also falters as company advises of audit delays.

Related Companies: Oxford Biomedica (OXB) , Unite Group (UTG) , Convatec Group (CTEC)

Convatec jumps as full year results see mid-term outlook upgraded, but Unite Group slumps as guidance for the next academic year is moderated and Oxford Biomedica also slides in wake of trading update.

Related Companies: Johnson Matthey (JMAT) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Victoria (VCP)

JD Sports posts gains on news of further share buyback, but Johnson Matthey slips as asset disposal delays see deal price cut and Victoria also slides as weak consumer confidence leads to FY downgrade.

Related Companies: SEGRO (SGRO) , SkinBioTherapeutics (SBTX) , Pulsar Helium Inc (PLSR)

SEGRO shares make muted response to upbeat full year results, Pulsar Helium dips on funding round and SkinBioTherapeutics comes under renewed pressure as forensic auditors are looped in.

Related Companies: Rio Tinto (RIO) , Centrica (CNA) , Mondi (MNDI)

Mondi jumps despite significant dividend reduction, but Rio Tinto slides as FY performance underwhelms and Centrica also under pressure as further share buy backs put on pause.

Related Companies: Glencore (GLEN) , BAE Systems (BA.) , Seeing Machines Ltd. NPV (DI) (SEE)

BAE Systems jumps higher as defence spending leads to record order book and Glencore adds despite weakness in coal markets, but Seeing Machines slumps as cash squeeze overshadows production increase.

Related Companies: InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) , MTI Wireless Edge Ltd. (MWE) , Boohoo Group (DEBS)

Hotel operator IHG sees modest support off buyback news and MTI Wireless Edge jumps as full year guidance is improved, but Boohoo Group slumps as news of a funding round leaks.

Related Companies: Pinewood Technologies Group (PINE) , SkinBioTherapeutics (SBTX) , Helium One Group Ltd (DI) (HE1)

Helium One finds support off the back of positive drill results but Pinewood Technologies shares fall as potential Private Equity suitor walks and SkinBioTherapeutics sees renewed selling on governance update.

Related Companies: SkinBioTherapeutics (SBTX) , Contango Holdings (CGO) , GSTechnologies NPV (DI) (GST)

Contango Holdings gains after funding round success, but SkinBioTherapeutics slumps as CEO resigns under a cloud and GSTechnologies also finds itself under pressure as mediation attempt fails.

Related Companies: Schroders (SDR) , Ashmore Group (ASHM) , Morgan Sindall Group (MGNS)

Schroders share price soars as bank agrees sale, Morgan Sindall adds as full year outlook gets an upgrade and Ashmore Group also finds some cheer from rising AUM.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , Renishaw (RSW) , Pan African Resources (PAF)

Renishaw advances as strong sales outstrip currency headwinds and a trading update from Pan African Resources cements gains for stock, but Barratt Redrow slumps as growth appears absent.

Related Companies: Bellway (BWY) , Coca-Cola HBC AG (CDI) (CCH) , Dunelm Group (DNLM)

Bellway shareholders cheer rising margins and returning consumer confidence, Dunelm also gains as sales grow over Christmas and Coca Cola HBC delivers solid set of full year results despite geopolitical uncertainty.

Related Companies: Plus500 Ltd (DI) (PLUS) , Cora Gold Limited (DI) (CORA) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG)

Plus500 jumps higher on upbeat earnings and improved outlook, but NatWest slumps after big acquisition and Cora Gold sees weakness following funding round.

Related Companies: Victrex plc (VCT) , HGCapital Trust (HGT) , Baker Steel Resources Trust Ltd. (BSRT)

HgCapital Trust advances on news of share buyback launch, but Victrex slumps as first quarter proves challenging and Baker Steel Resources fails to sustain early gains after significant valuation discount is highlighted.

Related Companies: BT Group (BT.A) , Playtech (PTEC) , Tungsten West (TUN)

BT Group gains despite losses from sports JV and Playtech jumps higher as full year earnings outlook gets upgrade but Tungsten West slumps after funding news announced.

Related Companies: Beazley (BEZ) , Atalaya Mining (ATYM) , Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG)

Beazley gains as sale to Zurich moves closer, but Atalaya Mining slumps as major shareholder sells stake at discount and Watches of Switzerland slips on lower profit guidance.

Related Companies: Barr (A.G.) (BAG) , Avacta Group (AVCT) , Endeavour Mining (EDV)

AG Barr fizzes as full year trading update shows profit growth, Avacta advances following progress report and mining stocks rising again too with Endeavour leading the pack.

Related Companies: Fresnillo (FRES) , Image Scan Holdings (IGE) , Coppa Collective plc (COPC)

Various Eateries makes progress as full year numbers impress in challenging market, but Image Scan slumps as major contract is terminated and Fresnillo leads mining stocks lower as metals prices drop.

Related Companies: Experian (EXPN) , Hochschild Mining (HOC) , Airtel Africa (AAF)

Airtel Africa advances as quarterly update sees e-money users pass 50 million, Experian edges higher as share buyback announced and Hochschild leads miners lower as gold prices wobble.

Related Companies: 3i Group (III) , Saga (SAGA) , Hvivo (HVO)

3i Group sees shares jump on cash build and NAV growth, hVIVO acquisitions illustrate benefits of full service solution and Saga gains ground too as profit outlook gets an upgrade.

Related Companies: Marston's (MARS) , Mobico Group (MCG) , Pets at Home Group (PETS)

Mobico jumps on news of possible multi-partner deal in Germany and Pets at Home gains as earnings impress but Marston’s investors call time on the stock’s latest rally.

Related Companies: Sage Group (SGE) , Cranswick (CWK) , Dr. Martens (DOCS)

Sage finds support from strong recurring revenue growth and transatlantic popularity, whilst Cranswick is also lifted by upbeat seasonal trading, but Dr Martens slumps despite reiteration of guidance.

Related Companies: Pan African Resources (PAF) , Spire Healthcare Group (SPI) , S4 Capital (SFOR)

Spire Healthcare surges on take private hopes, S4 Capital gains as full year revenues are set to beat expectations and Pan African Resources moves higher as production ramps up.

Related Companies: Babcock International Group (BAB) , C&C Group (CDI) (CCR) , Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG)

Watches of Switzerland ticks higher following news of US estate expansion, but Babcock slips back as news of CEO retirement outweighs positive trading update and C&C Group loses sparkle as consumer demand woes bite.

Related Companies: Senior (SNR) , Computacenter (CCC) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME)

Computacenter surges as full year outlook upgraded and better than expected numbers cheer Senior too, but B&M slumps as back to basics campaign is set to take a financial toll.

Related Companies: Burberry Group (BRBY) , Wetherspoon (J.D.) (JDW) , Currys (CURY)

Currys shares jump as full year profit outlook upgraded and Burberry finds support off the back of rising popularity amongst Gen-Z but Wetherspoon takes a tumble as higher costs are set to impact profitability.

Related Companies: 4Imprint Group (FOUR) , Ibstock (IBST) , Funding Circle Holdings (FCH)

Funding Circle soars as company smashes targets a year early and 4imprint makes some headway as update shows performance ahead of expectations, but Ibstock slumps as end market conditions remain tough.

Related Companies: WH Smith (SMWH) , Endeavour Mining (EDV) , Ashtead Technology Holdings (AT.)

WH Smiths jumps on appointment of new Chairman, Ashtead Technologies funds support following success of acquisition strategy and Endeavour tracks gold prices higher, too.

Related Companies: Close Brothers Group (CBG) , Genus (GNS) , Wellnex Life Limited (WNX)

Genus jumps on upgrade to full year profit outlook, Close Brothers gains on broker talk and Wellnex surges as company sees margin improvement and achieves break even in Q2.

Related Companies: Schroders (SDR) , Ashmore Group (ASHM) , Dunelm Group (DNLM)

Ashmore jumps as AUM rises on Emerging Market popularity and Schroders share price also cheered as profit outlook upgraded, but Dunelm slumps as FY profit now set to be at lower end of forecasts.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , SSE (SSE) , Vistry Group (VTY)

SSE jumps on wind turbine contract win, but Vistry slips as completions slump and BP is also on the back foot as Q4 update reveals write downs from move away from green energy projects.

Related Companies: Whitbread (WTB) , Trustpilot Group (TRST) , Raspberry PI Holdings (WI) (RPI)

Whitbread adds as cost savings mount and Trustpilot also ahead after full year performance impresses but Raspberry Pi struggles as chip supply problems raise questions over outlook.

Related Companies: Corero Network Security (CNS) , Knights Group Holdings (KGH) , Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT)

Oxford Nanopore shares gain as progress to profitability continues and Corero Network Security adds following improved guidance but Knights Group struggles to find cut through despite return to growth.

Related Companies: Glencore (GLEN) , Sainsbury (J) (SBRY) , Clarkson (CKN)

Clarkson jumps as second half performance improves as expected and Glencore surges on merger news but Sainsbury slumps as festive trading update leaves investors wanting more.

Related Companies: Tesco (TSCO) , Associated British Foods (ABF) , Computacenter (CCC)

Computacenter finds support off acquisition news, but Tesco and Associated British Foods both slump in the wake of festive trading updates.

Related Companies: Topps Tiles (TPT) , Galantas Gold Corp. (GAL) , Tekcapital (TEK)

Topps Tiles impresses with market outperformance, Galantas Gold jumps higher on news of project acquisition and Tekcapital finds support following investee company trading update.

Related Companies: Next (NXT) , Seeing Machines Ltd. NPV (DI) (SEE) , Cadence Minerals (KDNC)

Next impresses again with post-Christmas results, Seeing Machines announces accelerated royalty payments and Cadence Minerals gains key envuiornmental approvals in Brazil.

Related Companies: BAE Systems (BA.) , Ashmore Group (ASHM) , Endeavour Mining (EDV)

A quiet start back on the corporate news front, but shifting geopolitical landscape sees Ashmore jump on hopes of Venezuelan debt recovery, BAE up on prospect of more defence spending and Endeavour adds as gold price rises.

Related Companies: WH Smith (SMWH) , Quantum Helium Limited (QHE) , The Revel Collective Plc (TRC)

A relatively quiet end to the week – and for this column ahead of our Christmas break. WH Smith dips on delayed results and The Revel Collective tanks as shares eye suspension but Quantum Helium ticks up on resource estimates.

Related Companies: ITM Power (ITM) , Time Out Group (TMO) , Currys (CURY)

Currys shares jump on strong first half performance and ITM Power gains following containerised contract win but Time Out slumps in the wake of funding push.

Related Companies: Serco Group (SRP) , Bunzl (BNZL) , RC Fornax PLC (RCFX)

Serco gains on news of improved guidance and RC Fornax jumps higher after contract extension award but Bunzl falls as margin pressures persist.

Related Companies: IG Group Holdings (IGG) , Goodwin Plc (GDWN) , Hollywood Bowl Group (BOWL)

Hollywood Bowl stock jumps on full year numbers and IG Group finds support off strong revenue growth and outlook, but Goodwin slumps as profit growth overshadowed by rising debt.

Related Companies: Hikma Pharmaceuticals (HIK) , TT Electronics (TTG) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Hikma share price largely unmoved by swift CEO departure, but Frasers jumps on buy back news whilst TT Electronics tumbles after competing bidder walks away.

Related Companies: Capita (CPI) , 1Spatial (SPA) , Card Factory (CARD)

1Spatial leaps higher on takeover news and Capita edges up as investors find cheer in trading update, but Card Factory tumbles as full year profit outlook faces material downgrade.

Related Companies: Drax Group (DRX) , NCC Group (NCC) , S&U (SUS)

Drax advances on earnings upgrade and datacentre news whilst S&U funds cheer from broader market recovery and business outlook, but NCC knocked by dip in sales.

Related Companies: FirstGroup (FGP) , Everyman Media Group (EMAN) , Volution Group (FAN)

Volution Group jumps on revenue update and acquisition news and FirstGroup finds support from contract win, but Everyman slumps as sales growth set to fall short of expectations.

Related Companies: Unilever (ULVR) , Restore (RST) , Moonpig Group (MOON)

Unilever shares jump following planned consolidation move, Moonpig advances as revenues and profits rise, whilst Restore sees FY performance ahead and announces non-core asset disposal.

Related Companies: Ocado Group (OCDO) , Big Yellow Group (BYG) , Trustpilot Group (TRST)

Ocado jumps on settlement news with Kroger and Trustpilot rebound to an extent after Thursday’s heavy selling but Big Yellow Group slides as prospect of a private equity buyout wanes.

Related Companies: Future (FUTR) , SSP Group (SSPG) , Baltic Classifieds Group (BCG)

SSP Group surges as market applauds growth despite macro backdrop and Future finds support off capital returns but Baltic Classified slumps as half year results flag lower revenue growth outlook.

Related Companies: Smiths Group (SMIN) , Sainsbury (J) (SBRY) , Spire Healthcare Group (SPI)

Smiths Group adds on news of asset disposal, but Spire Healthcare slumps amidst forward revenue concerns and J Sainsbury trades lower as the Qatar Investment Authority looks to sell down its stake.

Related Companies: Victrex plc (VCT) , Pantheon Resources (PANR) , On The Beach Group (OTB)

Victrex gains despite adverse sales mix weighing on profits, On the Beach jumps as pre-tax profits and margins advance, whilst Pantheon Resources takes a big hit off cost overruns.

Related Companies: HICL Infrastructure (HICL) , Greatland Gold (GGP) , Blencowe Resources (BRES)

HICL Infrastructure jumps as merger plans fall through, whilst both Greatland Gold and Blencowe Resources find support off the back of positive feasibility studies.

Related Companies: Mitchells & Butlers (MAB) , European Metals Holding Limited (DI) (EMH) , Essensys (ESYS)

Mitchells and Butlers adds off upbeat full year performance, essensys downgrade mitigated by bid talk and European Metals Holdings rises as Czech government grant secured.

Related Companies: Whitbread (WTB) , Pennon Group (PNN) , Rank Group (RNK)

WH Ireland leaps as takeover bid develops and Pennon finds support off back of return to profitability, but Rank reverses initial post-budget gains.

Related Companies: Speedy Hire (SDY) , Judges Scientific (JDG) , Pets at Home Group (PETS)

Pets at Home finds support off turn around plans for retail, Speedy Hire investors look to new commercial deal for growth and Judges Scientific boardroom reshuffle gets nod of approval from market.

Related Companies: Kingfisher (KGF) , Beazley (BEZ) , AO World (AO.)

Kingfisher jumps on upgraded profit outlook and AO World as management provide more refined full year guidance, but Beazley drops as premium growth looks set to stagnate.

Related Companies: M&C Saatchi (SAA) , Walker Crips Group (WCW) , Globaldata (DATA)

Walker Crips jumps on takeover bid news and GlobalData advances after management reiterate idea to migrate from AIM to main board, but M&C Saatchi slumps as US government shut down takes a toll on revenues.

Related Companies: ASOS (ASC) , Babcock International Group (BAB) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Frasers Group finds cheer following news of property acquisition, but Babcock slides despite profit and dividend hikes whilst ASOS also feels the pressure even with margin improvements.

Related Companies: PayPoint (PAY) , Games Workshop Group (GAW) , CMC Markets (CMCX)

CMC Markets rallies on upgraded outlook and dividend hike, Games Workshop also finds favour as company appears insulated from economic woes, but PayPoint rattled by slower than expected EBITDA growth.

Related Companies: Sage Group (SGE) , Genus (GNS) , Jet2 (JET2)

Genus shares advance following pre-AGM trading update, whilst both Sage and Jet2 advance on common themes of share buybacks and optimism over the near term outlook.

Related Companies: FirstGroup (FGP) , ICG PLC (ICG) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST)

ICG shares soar on upbeat interims and strategic partnership, whilst FirstGroup slides as debt builds and Crest Nicholson also feels pressure with profit guidance for full year lowered.

Related Companies: The Renewables Infrastructure Group Limited (TRIG) , Genuit Group (GEN) , Stelrad Group (SRAD)

Combination of TRIG and HICL delivers share price impact for both companies as investors assess outlook, whilst economic woes hobble performance at Genuit and Stelrad.

Related Companies: Persimmon (PSN) , PPHE Hotel Group Ltd (PPH) , Land Securities Group (LAND)

PPHE Hotels jumps as major shareholder pivot means company moves into an offer period, but housebuilders including Persimmon rattled again by budget uncertainty and Land Securities struggles in wake of interims.

Related Companies: 3i Group (III) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Convatec Group (CTEC)

Convatec adds on medium term outlook optimism and Wizz Air gains after improved profitability buoys hopes, but 3i Group slides as macroeconomic backdrop sees risk appetite diminish.

Related Companies: SSE (SSE) , Taylor Wimpey (TW.) , Avon Technologies plc (AVON)

SSE surges on news of strategic pivot and £2bn fundraise whilst Avon Technologies finds cheer from revenue growth and outlook, but Taylor Wimpey slumps as economic woes cast shadow over performance.

Related Companies: Vodafone Group (VOD) , Hilton Food Group (HFG) , 4Imprint Group (FOUR)

Vodafone finds support off improved capital returns news and 4imprint advances after trading update sees profit outlook upgraded but Hilton Food Group slumps amidst inflation and operational woes.

Related Companies: Diageo (DGE) , International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Kainos Group (KNOS)

Diageo jumps on news of new CEO appointment, whilst IAG funds some support as bargain hunters move in after last week’s sell-off, but Kainos investors fail to warm to buyback news.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , ITV (ITV) , Rightmove (RMV)

ITV jumps on news that Sky could acquire a significant part of the business, but IAG struggles against currency and transatlantic headwinds, whilst Rightmove’s investment commitments spook shareholders.

Related Companies: Smith & Nephew (SN.) , Hikma Pharmaceuticals (HIK) , Helios Towers (HTWS)

Helios Towers surges as capital returns announced and guidance tightened, but Hikma slumps as mid term outlook downgraded whilst Smith & Nephew is also left languishing off results update.

Related Companies: Wetherspoon (J.D.) (JDW) , Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (DI) (CCEP) , Trainline (TRN)

Trainline charges ahead as profit outlook upgraded and Coca Cola Europacific sees consumer demand continuing despite weak economic backdrop, but Wetherspoon’s share price off as budget fears loom.

Related Companies: Associated British Foods (ABF) , Smiths News (SNWS) , Diversified Energy Company (DEC)

Diversified Energy Company jumps on upbeat Q3 numbers and improved guidance and Smiths News also finds support off profit beat but Associated British Foods struggles to find support despite Primark spin off idea.

Related Companies: Empiric Student Property (ESP) , Kazera Global (KZG) , Guardian Metal Resources plc (GMET)

Guardian Metals advances on news of updated mineral finds, Kazera Global finds support after mining approvals for subsidiary take a step forward and Empiric Student Properties shakes off downbeat sales news.

Related Companies: Fresnillo (FRES) , Genedrive (GDR) , Haleon (HLN)

In a quiet end to the week, Genedrive adds 16% amidst talk of a £1m loan from a major shareholder, Haleon looks to lock in yesterday’s gains and Fresnillo finds support off Canadian acquisition.

Related Companies: WPP (WPP) , TT Electronics (TTG) , Haleon (HLN)

Haleon gains on resilient Q3 performance TT Electronics bounds higher on takeover news but WPP struggles as headwinds persist.

Related Companies: Glencore (GLEN) , Next (NXT) , 80 Mile (80M)

Next jumps as full year profit guidance is upgraded, markets give Glencore’s Q3 update a warm welcome and 80 Mile gains after company highlights significance of JV resource estimates.

Related Companies: IDOX (IDOX) , Airtel Africa (AAF) , London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)

Airtel Africa gains on robust H1 performance, Idox jumps as take-private deal announced and London Stock Exchange Group appears to find modest support in latest AI move.

Related Companies: HSBC Holdings (HSBA) , Goodwin Plc (GDWN) , Light Science Technologies Holdings (LST)

Goodwin shares surge amidst profit upgrade, special dividend news and Light Science Technologies adds 10% following contract win, but HSBC feels some pressure after legal provisions made.

Related Companies: The Revel Collective Plc (TRC) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG) , Cloudbreak Discovery (CDL)

NatWest Group gains on modest guidance increases in Q3 numbers and Cloudbreak Discovery adds as high quality gold samples taken, but The Revel Collective slumps as directors call time on bar group.

Related Companies: Rentokil Initial (RTO) , Renishaw (RSW) , London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)

Rentokil jumps on performance improvement and margin hopes and LSEG gains in wake of strong numbers and investment news, but Renishaw slumps with US tariffs and currency headwinds weighing.

Related Companies: ITV (ITV) , Fresnillo (FRES) , Hochschild Mining (HOC)

Fresnillo and Hochschild both soar as quarterly updates confirm trajectories on track, but ITV share price slumps in wake of significant disposal of Liberty Global’s holding.

Related Companies: Bunzl (BNZL) , Coca-Cola HBC AG (CDI) (CCH) , Eco Buildings Group plc (ECOB)

Eco Buildings jumps on significant order from Chilean government but Bunzl wobbles as Q3 revenues dip and shareholders offer mixed reaction to Coca Cola HBC acquisition news.

Related Companies: Mothercare (MTC) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME) , Arc Minerals Limited NPV (DI) (ARCM)

B&M Retail sees CFO departure as accounting error comes to light sending shares lower, Arc Minerals knocked as JV with Anglo American ends and Mothercare down amidst cash management woes.

Related Companies: Barclays (BARC) , Pearson (PSON) , Smiths Group (SMIN)

Pearson finds support off positive earnings update and Smiths Group posts modest gains following news of major asset disposal, but UK banks are under pressure with Barclays leading the sell off.

Related Companies: Whitbread (WTB) , Croda International (CRDA) , Workspace Group (WKP)

Croda shares find support off stable sales update, but Workspace slides as occupancy and rents fall, whilst Whitbread also struggles as Premier Inn sees flat first half performance.

Related Companies: Oxford Metrics (OMG) , Pagegroup (PAGE) , Entain (ENT)

PageGroup finds support as optimism grows that worst is behind the company and Oxford Metrics gains on trading update, but Entain wobbles as customers gain edge in September.

Related Companies: Close Brothers Group (CBG) , Mitie Group (MTO) , THG (THG)

Mitie Group gains as new share buyback scheme launches and THG finds support as revenue growth resumes but Close Brothers is left languishing after revising motor finance liabilities.

Related Companies: Oxford Instruments (OXIG) , IP Group (IPO) , KEFI Gold and Copper (KEFI)

Kefi Gold jumps as pathway for capital raise is cleared and IP Group finds support off the back of royalty payment hopes whilst Oxford Instruments finds shares under pressure after publication of mixed interim update.

Related Companies: Hays (HAS) , Hochschild Mining (HOC) , Ibstock (IBST)

Hays finds support despite full year outlook remaining disappointing, whilst Ibstock slides amidst weaker than forecast demand and Hochschild languishes as underlying gold prices show some weakness – for now.

Related Companies: HSBC Holdings (HSBA) , Petro Matad Ltd. (MATD) , Volution Group (FAN)

Volution finds support off the back of upbeat earnings with margins maintained and Petro Matad advances on positive drill news but HSBC slumps as cash conservation means no buybacks for 9 months.

Related Companies: Greencore Group (CDI) (GNC) , Marston's (MARS) , Unite Group (UTG)

Marston’s higher on upbeat trading news, Greencore also benefits from a strong trading performance, but Unite Group suffers as rental growth falls

Related Companies: Ironveld (IRON) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME) , Imperial Brands (IMB)

B&M European Retail slumps off back of outlook, Imperial Brands advanced amidst fresh buyback news and Ironveld finds cheer from mining operations agreement.

Related Companies: Mondi (MNDI) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , ProService Building Services Marketplace plc (PRO)

Mondi shares fold on disappointing trading update and Aston Martin feels pressure of slowing sales but HSS jumps in wake of trading resumption.

Related Companies: Wetherspoon (J.D.) (JDW) , Wildcat Petroleum (WCAT) , The Beauty Tech Group PLC (TBTG)

Wildcat shares continue to rise following yesterday’s resumption of trading and Beauty Tech Group sees strong demand following its IPO but JD Wetherspoon is underwater following FY results.

Related Companies: Tesco (TSCO) , Morgan Sindall Group (MGNS) , UK Oil & Gas (UKOG)

Morgan Sindall jumps on trading update and material upgrade in outlook and Tesco gains as dividend uplift cheers investors, but UK Oil & Gas gives back some of yesterday’s gains in wake of funding round.

Related Companies: Tate & Lyle (TATE) , Greggs (GRG) , Pulsar Helium Inc (PLSR)

Greggs rises as revenues impress and inflation pressures ease, Pulsar Helium jumps on drill results whilst Tate & Lyle is under pressure as outlook trimmed in light of softer market demand.

Related Companies: ASOS (ASC) , PayPoint (PAY) , Card Factory (CARD)

Asos shares slide on revenue miss and Card Factory also struggles as investment timing impacts interims but Paypoint advances on news of investment from Royal Mail and expansion of partnership.

Related Companies: GSK (GSK) , Hochschild Mining (HOC) , EnergyPathways plc (EPP)

Hochschild gains as gold prices advance again, GSK rallies off the back of news of new CEO appointment and EnergyPathways finds favour as major project gets significant government designation.

Related Companies: Seeing Machines Ltd. NPV (DI) (SEE) , Jangada Mines (JAN) , Smarttech247 Group (S247)

Seeing Machines gains on significant OEM deal and Jangada Mines finds favour as management refocus resources but Smarttech247 tumbles as earnings impress but delisting looms.

Related Companies: Mitchells & Butlers (MAB) , Petershill Partners (PHLL) , Canal+ SA (CAN)

Petershill Partners soars on take-private plans and Canal+ finds support from latest share buy-back proposals but Mitchells & Butler slumps despite market outperformance as inflation pressures weigh.

Related Companies: Pinewood Technologies Group (PINE) , Saga (SAGA) , Baltic Classifieds Group (BCG)

Saga Group shares rally as interims see losses reversed, but Baltic Classified falls as Estonian car market slows and Pinewood Technologies is pressured off order rescheduling.

Related Companies: Kingfisher (KGF) , Smiths Group (SMIN) , Saipem Spa (0RPI)

Kingfisher soars as margins and improved macro backdrop help whilst Smiths Group gains as full year numbers exceed revised guidance, but Raspberry Pi slumps as revenues fall against tough comparatives.

Kingfisher soars as margins and improved macro backdrop help whilst Smiths Group gains as full year numbers exceed revised guidance, but Raspberry Pi slumps as revenues fall against tough comparatives.

Related Companies: Hochschild Mining (HOC) , W H Ireland Group (WHI) , B90 Holdings NPV (B90)

Hochschild Mining jumps on further gains for gold prices and B90 Holdings advances on growth expectations but WH Ireland slumps as company edges towards delisting.

Related Companies: Close Brothers Group (CBG) , Futura Medical (FUM) , Spire Healthcare Group (SPI)

Spire Healthcare extends gains as sales speculation confirmed, but Futura Medical slumps as revenues forecasts downgraded significantly and Close Brothers also falls as results pushed back by a week.

Related Companies: Next (NXT) , Renishaw (RSW) , Tekcapital (TEK)

Tekcapital gains on news of portfolio company IPO plans and Renishaw advances in the wake of record profits despite challenging backdrop, but Next falters as management talk down UK economic outlook.

Related Companies: Autins Group (AUTG) , Fusion Antibodies (FAB) , Moonpig Group (MOON)

Moonpig stock flying high on upbeat trading statement and Fusion Antibodies reacts well to R&D project update, but Autins Group slumps as impact of JLR cyber attack laid bare.

Related Companies: Kier Group (KIE) , SThree (STEM) , Trustpilot Group (TRST)

Kier Group sees benefits of government infrastructure investment programme, Trustpilot jumps on rising revenues and share buyback, but SThree slumps as market woes now expected to drag into next year.

Related Companies: AO World (AO.) , Distil (DIS) , Renalytix (Reg S) (RENX)

Renalytix shares jump following collaboration deal with US distributor whilst AO World gains as profit guidance upped and share buyback announced, but Distil slides as investors are tapped for cash.

Related Companies: Red Rock Resources (RRR) , Trainline (TRN) , ATOME Energy (ATOM)

ATOME jumps on news of offtake agreement, Trainline continues to build on yesterday’s positive news and Red Rock Resources finds support despite discounted sale of royalty.

Related Companies: Playtech (PTEC) , Centaur Media (CAU) , Trainline (TRN)

Trainline books £150m share buyback as trading impresses, Playtech finds gains off optimism over second half performance and Centaur Media rises as shareholders are set to benefit from an asset disposal.

Related Companies: Associated British Foods (ABF) , Atlas Metals Group plc (AMG) , Vistry Group (VTY)

Atlas Metals soars on potentially transformative acquisition news, but Associated British Foods sees economic headwinds taking a toll and Vistry slides despite optimistic outlook.

Related Companies: Mobico Group (MCG) , Dunelm Group (DNLM) , Gamma Communications (GAMA)

Gamma Communications advances on interim results and prospects of more M&A news, but Mobico tanks after disappointing H1 numbers whilst Dunelm also slides amidst pressure from weak economic backdrop.

Related Companies: Standard Life plc (SDLF) , Treatt (TET) , Norman Broadbent (NBB)

Treatt jumps on news of takeover bid - but will a battle follow? Norman Broadbent up as recruiter shakes off sector woes and Phoenix Group slumps despite strong underlying H1 performance.

Related Companies: Berkeley Group Holdings (The) (BKG) , Ashmore Group (ASHM) , Gear4music (Holdings) (G4M)

Gear4Music jumps as management upgrade full year outlook and Berkeley shareholders set to see continued steady returns but Ashmore slumps as net outflows weigh.

Related Companies: Genus (GNS) , Alfa Financial Software Holdings (ALFA) , Currys (CURY)

Currys shares jump on buyback news and strong trading update, Genus advances on earnings and JV news, whilst Alfa Financial sees early gains eroded despite bumper H1 revenue uplift.

Related Companies: Atlantic Lithium Limited NPV (DI) (ALL) , Hilton Food Group (HFG) , Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG)

Atlantic Lithium investors cheer news of additional funding and Watches of Switzerland gains on AGM trading update, but Hilton Foods slumps despite revenue and margin growth.

Related Companies: Johnson Service Group (JSG) , Michelmersh Brick Holdings (MBH) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

Ithaca Energy slides as major shareholders sell down stakes and Michelmersh Brick under pressure as slow European market weighs, but Johnson Service Group makes progress off share buyback and interims news.

Related Companies: Domino's Pizza Group (DOM) , Kainos Group (KNOS) , Chill Brands Group (CHLL)

Kainos shares jump after revenue guidance pushed higher, Domino’s Pizza up as company announces debt funded share buyback and Chill Brands finds support off distribution contract win.

Related Companies: DeFi Development Corporation UK PLC (DFDV) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG) , Helium One Group Ltd (DI) (HE1)

UK banks face challenging end to the week amidst budget chatter, the Helium One share price deflates on conversion news and Cykel AI trades lower following last night’s discounted funding news.

Related Companies: Drax Group (DRX) , PPHE Hotel Group Ltd (PPH) , Softcat (SCT)

Softcat finds support off the back of upbeat Q4 performance, but PPHE hotels slips as EBITDA forecasts trimmed and news that the FCA is investigating Drax heaped pressure onto the energy company.

Related Companies: Hochschild Mining (HOC) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Fusion Antibodies (FAB)

JD Sports rises on share buyback news and Fusion Antibodies announces contract extension but Hochschild Mining hammered after production forecasts trimmed.

Related Companies: Bunzl (BNZL) , Filtronic (FTC) , Old Mutual Limited NPV (DI) (OMU)

Filtronic jumps on news of new order from Elon Musk’s SpaceX, Bunzl finds support off the back of earnings which highlight optimism over H2 and Old Mutual trading statement finds market cheer.

Related Companies: Standard Chartered (STAN) , WH Smith (SMWH) , Revolution Beauty Group (REVB)

WH Smith sees modest recovery off Thursday’s losses. Standard Chartered gains as bank sees US Department of Justice backing and Revolution Beauty finds support following funding round.

Related Companies: Hays (HAS) , WH Smith (SMWH) , Renishaw (RSW)

WH Smith tumbles as accounting error set to decimate profitability this tera and Hays continues to struggle against macroeconomic backdrop, but Renishaw finds cheer as profit guidance tightened.

Related Companies: Premier African Minerals Ltd (PREM) , Convatec Group (CTEC) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

Premier African Minerals leaps higher on operational update, Convatec adds as share buyback gets underway and Ithaca Energy also finds support as half year results show dramatic increase in output with capital returns to follow.

Related Companies: IWG (IWG) , BHP Group Limited NPV (DI) (BHP) , Applied Nutrition Plc (APN)

Applied Nutrition jumps on better than expected full year performance, BHP makes small gains as profits squeezed but production rises and IWG slides as EBITDA guidance lowered.

Related Companies: Pantheon Resources (PANR) , Empire Metals Limited NPV (DI) (EEE) , Aptamer Group (APTA)

As markets head towards the summer lull, Aptamer finds support on contract extension news, Empire Metals gains on assay results and Pantheon Resources heads higher pff better than expected pilot drill outcome.

Related Companies: Associated British Foods (ABF) , Solgold (SOLG) , Bytes Technology Group (BYIT)

Associated British Foods announces plans to proceed with Hovis acquisition, Bytes Technology jumps on buy back news and SolGold shines in wake of high quality survey results.

Related Companies: Aviva (AV.) , Boohoo Group (DEBS) , Trufin (TRU)

Trufin jumps as positive trading update sees significant improvement to full year outlook and Aviva also gains as profits soar, but Boohoo finds itself in the spotlight following pressure from shareholders over director’s actions.

Related Companies: Beazley (BEZ) , Hill and Smith (HILS) , Shoe Zone (SHOE)

Hill & Smith advances on improved capital returns and margin news, but Shoe Zone shares slip on profit downgrade and insurer Beazley drops after rising claims take a toll on business.

Related Companies: Spirax Group plc (SPX) , Atalaya Mining (ATYM) , Pagegroup (PAGE)

Spirax surges as investors find cheer in earnings with organic growth notable and Atalaya Mining up after profits surge, but PageGroup continues to struggle amids recruitment market challenges.

Related Companies: Plus500 Ltd (DI) (PLUS) , Versarien (VRS) , S4 Capital (SFOR)

S4 Capital jumps on news of possible acquisition, but Plus500 slips in response to interim earnings and Versarien sees heavy selling as management paint picture of a bleak outlook.

Related Companies: TBC Bank Group (TBCG) , Flutter Entertainment (CDI) (FLTR) , Stelrad Group (SRAD)

A downbeat end to the week with Stelrad lower despite margin improvements in H1, Flutter feeling the pressure of tough comparatives and TBC Bank also sliding as impairment charges weigh.

Related Companies: InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) , Hikma Pharmaceuticals (HIK) , Harbour Energy (HBR)

Intercontinental Hotels surges as hotelier posts a resilient performance despite macroeconomic woes and Harbour Energy up on bumper profits and buyback news, but Hikma flounders with tough comparatives weighing.

Related Companies: Legal & General Group (LGEN) , Coca-Cola HBC AG (CDI) (CCH) , THG (THG)

Legal and General slumps despite growth in core operating profits and Coca Cola HBC also struggles with economic uncertainty winning out over strong revenue growth but THG jumps on disposal news.

Related Companies: Smith & Nephew (SN.) , Keller Group (KLR) , Domino's Pizza Group (DOM)

Smith & Nephew jumps higher on upbeat interims and share buyback news whilst also Keller Group gains with order book strength noted, but Dominos Pizza falls flat as consumer sentiment weighs.

Related Companies: Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) , Close Brothers Group (CBG) , Auction Technology Group (ATG)

Close Brothers and Lloyds both see share prices surge as market assesses impact of likely remedy in car financing saga, but Auction Technology Group slumps as acquisition news fails to excite investors.

Related Companies: Pearson (PSON) , International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Melrose Industries (MRO)

IAG gains on strong set of first half results driven by robust travel demand; Melrose jumps after first-half profits rise by nearly a third; and Pearson advances as it backs full year forecasts and reports solid first half

Related Companies: Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.) , Pets at Home Group (PETS) , Just Group (JUST)

Rolls-Royce jumps as it raises full-year outlook after strong first-half; Just Group surges as it agrees to £2.4 billion takeover; but Pets at Home falls as it cuts full-year guidance after weak first quarter trading

Related Companies: Taylor Wimpey (TW.) , Sage Group (SGE) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML)

Sage Group rises as third quarter revenues grow; but Taylor Wimpey falls as it cuts its annual profit guidance after swinging to a big first half loss; and Aston Martin also drops after downgrading its full-year profit outlook

Related Companies: Greggs (GRG) , Games Workshop Group (GAW) , Entain (ENT)

Games Workship higher after delivering record profits; Entain gains as BetMGM joint venture sees stronger-than-expected trading; but Greggs weak as profits drop on weather impact

Related Companies: GSK (GSK) , Cranswick (CWK) , Computacenter (CCC)

GSK higher as it enters partnership deal with a Chinese pharma group; Cranswick rises as financial year starts strongly; but Computacenter weak on uninspiring update

Related Companies: Close Brothers Group (CBG) , Marshalls (MSLH) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG)

NatWest up as interims beat forecasts, annual guidance raised; Close Brothers gains as it sells Winterflood to Marex; but Marshalls drops as it warns of softer activity levels

Related Companies: Centrica (CNA) , ITV (ITV) , Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT)

Reckitt Benckiser jumps on interim results boost; ITV gains after broadcaster’s half-year numbers beat forecasts; but Centrica weak as first-half profits plunge

Related Companies: Informa (INF) , Wetherspoon (J.D.) (JDW) , Breedon Group (BREE)

JD Wetherspoon edges higher after sales rise on favourable weather; Informa gains as it upgrades full-year guidance; but Breedon falls on full-year results caution

Related Companies: Centrica (CNA) , Compass Group (CPG) , Mitie Group (MTO)

Compass Group rises as it reports solid organic revenue growth; Centrica up as it acquire a 15% equity stake in the Sizewell C nuclear power station; and Mitie gains on strong trading momentum

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Moneysupermarket.com Group (MONY) , Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT)

BP higher as oil major names new chair; Oxford Nanopore leaps after delivering strong first half results; but Mony Group weak on car insurance headwinds

Related Companies: Burberry Group (BRBY) , Ocado Group (OCDO) , Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT)

Ocado continues Thursday’s run higher, Reckitt Benckiser finds support off disposal and special dividend news, whilst Burberry sees a warm response to Q1 earnings – at least in early trade.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Diploma (DPLM) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Diploma shares jump on upgraded full year outlook, but easyJet struggles against cost headwinds and Frasers Group also lower as higher employment costs set to weigh in the new financial year.

Related Companies: Rio Tinto (RIO) , Workspace Group (WKP) , PureTech Health (PRTC)

A quiet start to Wednesday with modest gains at Rio Tinto off the back of production news, PureTech Health looks resolute in the face of a boardroom reshuffle and Workspace Group slides as outlook appears tough.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME) , IntegraFin Holding (IHP)

Barratt Redrow shares hit by lower than expected completions and B&M struggles as margins appear squeezed but good news from IntegraFin where soaring customer numbers deliver cause for cheer.

Related Companies: AstraZeneca (AZN) , Fresnillo (FRES) , Satsuma Technology PLC (SATS)

Fresnillo leads mining stocks higher as investors juggle sector priorities, Tao Alpha advances as BTC purchases come through and AstraZeneca finds support as company announces positive blood pressure drug results.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , SSP Group (SSPG) , Flutter Entertainment (CDI) (FLTR)

BP shares make modest gains despite underlying price falls, SSP finds itself under pressure after downbeat broker note and Flutter holds steady as investors absorb price management paid for Fan Duel.

Related Companies: Jupiter Fund Management (JUP) , Rank Group (RNK) , Grafton Group Ut (CDI) (GFTU)

Rank Group gains as profit outlook upped and Jupiter Fund Management advances after acquisition news and improved shareholder returns declared, but Grafton slumps despite solid revenue increase.

Related Companies: WPP (WPP) , Hunting (HTG) , Jet2 (JET2)

Hunting shares jump on buyback and dividend news, but Jet2 loses altitude after full year numbers are filed and interims from WPP highlight challenging market conditions, too.

Related Companies: Victrex plc (VCT) , BTG Consulting plc (BTG) , Unite Group (UTG)

Begbies Traynor jumps as revenues grow again, but Victrex stumbles as pricing pressures weigh and Unite Group wobbles as forward sales show need for growth before start of the academic year.

Related Companies: Mkango Resources (MKA) , Currys (CURY) , Shell (SHEL)

Mkango Resources jumps on successful rare earths recycling news, but oil companies including Shell slide on falling crude prices after OPEC hikes output and Currys down after broker update.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , H-Power plc (HPOW) , MJ Gleeson (GLE)

Gains for AFC Energy as the company enters into a JV with ammonia producer, but Gleeson Homes struggles on weaker outlook for next year and Barratt Redrow slips as sector read across impacts sentiment.

Related Companies: Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG) , Baltic Classifieds Group (BCG) , Currys (CURY)

Currys jumps on strong revenue and margin growth, but Watches of Switzerland struggles as US tariff uncertainty weighs and Baltic Classifieds as investors overlook broad strength to focus on pockets of weakness.

Related Companies: Spectris (SXS) , Greggs (GRG) , Bytes Technology Group (BYIT)

Spectris share price rises as improved offer tabled from another PE bidder, but Bytes Technology slides on news of sales deferrals and Greggs pares full year profit guidance, too.

Related Companies: Sainsbury (J) (SBRY) , MPAC Group (MPAC) , Kitwave Group (KITW)

J Sainsbury stock posts gains as market share hits 10 year high but Kitwave slumps on guidance reduction and Mpac falls as order intake slows materially in second quarter.

Related Companies: WH Smith (SMWH) , Argo Blockchain (ARB) , Belluscura (BELL)

Belluscura finds some early support off strategic review despite shares being suspended tomorrow, but WH Smiths drops after sale yields less than expected and Argo Blockchain falls on restructuring news.

Related Companies: Dekel Agri-Vision (DI) (DKL) , Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC (PR1) , Amazing AI PLC (AAI)

Pri0r1ty Intelligence shares jump on Bitcoin treasury product roll out, Dekel Agri-vision slides on funding round and Amazing AI offers further update on its digital asset proposition.

Related Companies: Inchcape (INCH) , PZ Cussons (PZC) , Moonpig Group (MOON)

The big news today might be the fact Shell isn’t making a move for BP, but in terms of market impact, Moonpig slumps on CEO exit news, Inchcape jumps on outlook and PZ Cussons elects to keep St Tropez.

Related Companies: Babcock International Group (BAB) , Ultimate Products (ULTP) , Zephyr Energy (ZPHR)

Babcock International jumps on results and buy back news, but Ultimate Products falls as order book disappoints and Zephyr Energy trades lower after discounter funding round.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Mears Group (MER) , Satsuma Technology PLC (SATS)

Airline stocks including easyJet and IAG soar on Middle East peace hopes, Mears sees modest gains off profit upgrade and TAO Alpha jumps as management tap investor demand for new BTC treasury strategy.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Spectris (SXS) , Mothercare (MTC)

Spectris surges on takeover agreement as counter bid may still emerge, Mothercare advances after 10 year licensing agreement signed and BP posts gains off back of rising oil price.

Related Companies: Berkeley Group Holdings (The) (BKG) , NCC Group (NCC) , Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC (PR1)

Berkeley Group shares tumble as full year results highlight challenges ahead and NCC sell off continues, but Pri0r1ty Intelligence find support off bitcoin payment adoption.

Related Companies: Whitbread (WTB) , Hays (HAS) , Syncona Limited NPV (SYNC)

Syncona share price surges as management propose new strategy, but Whitbread slides as Premier Inn UK sales falter and Hays slumps amidst profit downgrade.

Related Companies: Speedy Hire (SDY) , Dewhurst Group (DWHT) , Raspberry PI Holdings (WI) (RPI)

Speedy Hire falls amidst macroeconomic uncertainty, Dewhurst Group struggles as US tariff questions still linger and Raspberry Pi shares open in the red after directors sell down holdings following IPO lock up expiry.

Related Companies: Morgan Sindall Group (MGNS) , ITM Power (ITM) , RC Fornax PLC (RCFX)

Morgan Sindall advances as profit outlook upgraded and ITM Power sees share price gains following order news, but RC Fornax struggles as sales conversion issues and spending cuts weigh heavily.

Related Companies: Spectris (SXS) , Costain Group (COST) , Entain (ENT)

Entain jumps on news of upgraded guidance for BetMGM, Costain sees significant gains off share buyback announcement and another suitor for Spectris emerges in the shape of KKR.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Oxford Instruments (OXIG) , Shell (SHEL)

Attacks on Iran by Israel overnight have spiked oil prices, leaving the likes Shell and BP to rally whilst airlines stocks fall, whilst in corporate news, positive earnings from Oxford Instruments receive lukewarm reception.

Related Companies: Tesco (TSCO) , Halma (HLMA) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST)

Halma surges on more record profit news, Tesco makes modest gains despite market share and revenue growth, and Crest Nicholson sees mixed reaction to its half year update.

Related Companies: Ricardo (RCDO) , Ibstock (IBST) , Globaldata (DATA)

Ricardo shares jump on acquisition news, but Ibstock tumbles as trading update highlights margin challenges and Globaldata down as bid talks are terminated.

Related Companies: Hochschild Mining (HOC) , Safestore Holdings (SAFE) , Ixico (IXI)

Ixico advances on FDA approvals for Alzheimer’s testing and Safestore makes dramatic - but short lived gains – from interims, whilst Hochschild slumps as production forecasts slashed.

Related Companies: Alphawave IP Group (AWE) , Revolution Beauty Group (REVB) , First Class Metals (FCM)

Takeover talk sees Revolution Beauty shares jump higher, Alphawave finds support after expended deal talks conclude and First Class Metals ahead as market cheers programme update.

Related Companies: Pinewood Technologies Group (PINE) , Ninety One (N91) , Hydrogen Utopia International (HUI)

Gains for Pinewood Technologies as company agrees to buy out JV partner and Hydrogen Utopia advances on expansion news and N91 wobbles after gains from earlier in the week.

Related Companies: Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Dr. Martens (DOCS) , Wise Class A (WISE)

Wise sees gains as transaction volumes soar and US listing proposed, Dr Martens advances as return to profit expected next year, but Wizz Air drops sharply as guidance withheld.

Related Companies: WH Smith (SMWH) , Discoverie Group (DSCV) , 4Global (4GBL)

DiscoverIE leaps higher as full year numbers show margin and profit improvement, WH Smith advances on positive sales news whilst 4Global sees marked selling on delisting proposal.

Related Companies: Kier Group (KIE) , Chemring Group (CHG) , MJ Gleeson (GLE)

Chemring posts gains as interims see company plot aggressive five year growth strategy and Kier up on predicted margin improvement but MJ Gleeson tumbles as margin headwinds to hit profits.

Related Companies: Babcock International Group (BAB) , Westminster Group (WSG) , Me Group International (MEGP)

Gains for Babcock as the UK government eyes expansion of nuclear submarine fleet, ME Group advances as laundry services se popular demand and Westminster Group up after Gabon contract milestone.

Related Companies: Hvivo (HVO) , Alpha Group International (ALPH) , M&G (MNG)

M&G surges on Dai-Ichi stake and partner deal and Alpha Group posts gains as management extend bid deadline but Hvivo shares plummet following news of contract cancellation.

Related Companies: Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , Autotrader Group plc (AUTO) , Atalaya Mining (ATYM)

Gains for Aston Martin as US tariff saga takes another turn and Atalaya Mining advances off positive Q1 numbers but Auto Trader sees sharp selling as outlook underwhelms market.

Related Companies: Kingfisher (KGF) , CelLBxHealth plc (CLBX) , Softcat (SCT)

Kingfisher stock wobbles on uncertain consumer outlook and ANGLE sees meaningful selling amidst funding worries but Softcat gains as trading update drives modest uptick in profit outlook.

Related Companies: Elementis (ELM) , Inspired (INSE) , Distil (DIS)

A relatively quiet start back after the long weekend saw the Elementis share price jump on asset disposal and share buyback news, Inspired advances on latest bid approach and Distil jumps as major shareholder buys more stock.

Related Companies: Games Workshop Group (GAW) , Tekcapital (TEK) , AJ Bell (AJB)

AJ Bell shares surge as investment platform posts significant half year growth and Tekcapital advances as full year results lay bare scale of discount to NAV, but Games Workshop stumbles as investors take money off the table.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Johnson Matthey (JMAT) , QinetiQ Group (QQ.)

Johnson Matthey surges as disposal fuels shareholder returns, Qinetiq jumps on earnings and contract extension, but easyJet loses ground despite improved first half of trade.

Related Companies: Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Shoe Zone (SHOE)

Big losses at JD Sports as lack of tariff visibility clouds picture, Marks & Spencer wobbles after full year results lay out cost of cyber-attack and Shoe Zone looks downbeat as full year forecasts axed.

Related Companies: Greggs (GRG) , Cranswick (CWK) , Topps Tiles (TPT)

Gains for Greggs as trading update presents no cause for concern, Topps Tiles advances as sales trends improve and Cranswick also sees growth, helped by export reinstatement.

Related Companies: Diageo (DGE) , Kodal Minerals (KOD) , Kainos Group (KNOS)

Diageo investors find cheer in Q3 update despite tariff woes and Kodal Minerals finds support as management tamp down media speculation but Kainos Group struggles despite new share buyback plan.

Related Companies: Future (FUTR) , Land Securities Group (LAND) , Workspace Group (WKP)

A disappointing end to the week for many companies reporting today with Workspace down on incoming cost headwinds, management at Future paint a cautious near term picture and Land Sec’s residential play fails to inspire.

Related Companies: Sage Group (SGE) , Serco Group (SRP) , Bakkavor Group (BAKK)

Bakkavor gains off positive earnings and takeover finalisation and Serco marches higher on contract win from the Royal Navy but Sage flounders as management cite near term uncertainty for the outlook.

Related Companies: Burberry Group (BRBY) , Gamma Communications (GAMA) , Imperial Brands (IMB)

Burberry jumps on cost cut hopes despite full year loss, but challenging UK market conditions sink Gamma Communications and Imperial Brands flounders on falling volumes.

Related Companies: Marston's (MARS) , Bytes Technology Group (BYIT) , Wickes Group (WIX)

Marstons rallies on significant margin improvements and Wickes finds support as sales continue to grow at the group level but Bytes Technology slides despite record full year sales.

Related Companies: Standard Chartered (STAN) , Victrex plc (VCT) , ITM Power (ITM)

US-China tariff breakthrough sees stocks soar including gains for Standard Chartered, read-across of this stems sell off at Victrex and ITM Power charges higher on significant contract win in APAC

Related Companies: Next (NXT) , Travis Perkins (TPK) , Airtel Africa (AAF)

Airtel Africa recoups some of Thursday’s results driven losses, Next pares gains following impressive Q1 and Travis Perkins announces new CEO hire delivering cheer from investors.

Related Companies: Centrica (CNA) , Playtech (PTEC) , Renishaw (RSW)

Renishaw jumps as Q3 trading statement coincides with tariff hopes, Playtech tumbles on big ex-div move and Centrica slips as AGM trading statement lays out challenges faced by company.

Related Companies: Victrex plc (VCT) , Trainline (TRN) , Ocean Harvest Technology Group (OHT)

Victrex shares soar after Brazil contract win offers proof of concept, but Trainline slumps as outlook deteriorates and AIM listed Ocean Harvest Technology warns of cash crunch.

Related Companies: Alpha Group International (ALPH) , Resolute Mining Limited NPV (DI) (RSG) , Deliveroo Class A (ROO)

Deliveroo shares nudge higher as sale to Doordash agreed, Alpha Group jumps as management reject approach from Corpay and Resolute Mining gains ground after last week’s acquisition news.

Related Companies: Pearson (PSON) , Ferrexpo (FXPO) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG)

Ferrexpo continues to rally as optimism over peace in Ukraine builds and better than expected Q1 profits provide cheer for NatWest but markets less enthused by an earnings update from Pearson.

Related Companies: Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.) , Whitbread (WTB) , Totally (TLY)

Rolls Royce jumps on AGM trading statement and Whitbread investors cheer share buy back news, but Totally slumps as accounting errors lead to launch of strategic review.

Related Companies: Smith & Nephew (SN.) , Genus (GNS) , GENinCode (GENI)

Smith+Nephew makes gains as margin improvements appeal to investors and the Genus share price soars after FDA approval granted - but Genincode sees heavy selling as regulators less enthused about their product.

Related Companies: HSBC Holdings (HSBA) , Beazley (BEZ) , Jet2 (JET2)

Jet2 shares take off as airline announces share buy back and HSBC finds support as Q1 profits beat expectations but Beazley slides after update sees renewal premiums falling.

Related Companies: Plus500 Ltd (DI) (PLUS) , Supply@Me Capital (SYME) , Deliveroo Class A (ROO)

Deliveroo shares jump higher as possible takeover looms, Plus500 sees mixed start to new financial year and Supply@Me advises annual filing delay will see shares suspended at month end.

Related Companies: Mobico Group (MCG) , Premier African Minerals Ltd (PREM) , Vast Resources (VAST)

Vast Resources jumps as diamond parcel finally released by Zimbabwe, but Mobico Group hammered amidst plans to sell US school bus operation and Premier African Minerals dips on fundraise news.

Related Companies: ASOS (ASC) , Inchcape (INCH) , Senior (SNR)

A flurry of FTSE-250 updates this morning with tariffs very much in focus. Gains for Senior were countered by losses for ASOS and Inchcape as clarity over global trade remains elusive.

Related Companies: Babcock International Group (BAB) , Croda International (CRDA) , Hochschild Mining (HOC)

Croda shares jump as management paint confident picture for full year and Babcock also finds support off bumper profit growth but Hochschild Mining slumps as gold price collapses and production update highlights issues.

Related Companies: Sainsbury (J) (SBRY) , Hochschild Mining (HOC) , ITM Power (ITM)

Investors dig deep for precious metals amidst ongoing US turmoil with mining stocks benefitting, ITM Power upgrades full year guidance and J Sainsbury announces that its share buyback programme is now underway.

Related Companies: Sainsbury (J) (SBRY) , Dunelm Group (DNLM) , Revolution Beauty Group (REVB)

Dunelm advances as promising Q3 performance puts company on track for FY targets, J Sainsbury jumps as shareholders eye significant cash returns and Revolution Beauty sees early volatility as CEO set to depart.

Related Companies: Bunzl (BNZL) , Mitie Group (MTO) , Oxford Instruments (OXIG)

Mitie Group rises as share buyback announced and Oxford Instruments shines as full year trading update impresses but Bunzl management note disappointment in Q1 and amend capital return plans.

Related Companies: Tate & Lyle (TATE) , De La Rue (DLAR) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME)

De La Rue charges higher after buyout agreed, retailer B&M advances on positive year end update and Tate & Lyle finds support as the recent integration of CP Kelco is noted as performing well.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Ashmore Group (ASHM) , Kainos Group (KNOS)

Kainos Group jumps off full year trading update, Ashmore slips as institutional investors back away from emerging markets and Wood Group makes modest gains as bid talks advance.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Hochschild Mining (HOC) , Gemfields Group Limited (GEM)

Gold miners including Hochschild continue to find support as investors seek out safe havens, but Gemfields Group slides on rights issue news and BP shareholders give cool response to Q1 update.

Related Companies: Tesco (TSCO) , International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.)

Another day of tariff turmoil sees significant gains for the likes of IAG and JD Sports also bolstered by share buy back news, but Tesco struggles as full year results paint challenging picture for FY26.

Related Companies: AstraZeneca (AZN) , Burberry Group (BRBY) , Assura (AGR)

Assura shares jump on back of takeover progress, but tariff agenda still dominates with losses across the board. Burberry and AstraZeneca declines look particularly notable.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Foxtons Group (FOXT) , Belluscura (BELL)

Foxtons announces share buyback as management look to benefit from depressed price, Belluscura slumps on tariff news and IAG soars as some corners of the market find cause for cheer.

Related Companies: Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.) , Ocado Group (OCDO) , Volex (VLX)

Another day of market turmoil as concerns over US tariffs continue. Rolls Royce tumbles, Ocado finds some support after early losses and Volex impresses on both sales and strategy.

Related Companies: Diageo (DGE) , Standard Chartered (STAN) , SSE (SSE)

The fall out of Trump’s tariff round on Wednesday night continues to drive market sentiment in London, with investors continuing to find value in domestic focused plays, whilst those with global exposure suffer.

Related Companies: Diageo (DGE) , VinaCapital Vietnam Opportunity Fund Ltd. (VOF) , Currys (CURY)

Investors looking to understand the fall-out of Trump’s global tariffs appears to be a key driver of market sentiment this morning with the likes of Diageo in focus, whilst Currys bounces on profit forecast upgrade.

Related Companies: Topps Tiles (TPT) , Bakkavor Group (BAKK) , Raspberry PI Holdings (WI) (RPI)

Bakkavor advances as takeover talks progress and Raspberry Pi sees positive response to full year earnings but Topps Tiles slumps despite trading update revealing signs of improving momentum.

Related Companies: Travis Perkins (TPK) , Greencore Group (CDI) (GNC) , Quadrise (QED)

Greencore finds cheer as Q2 trading statement sees full year profit forecast upped and Quadrise announces new services agreement which lifts stock, but builders’ merchant Travis Perkins hammered by profit slump.

Related Companies: Associated British Foods (ABF) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , Pets at Home Group (PETS)

Aston Martin races higher on fresh investment news, but ABF slumps as Primark boss makes rapid exit and Pets at Home also faces challenges as economic backdrop weighs on profit outlook.

Related Companies: SSE (SSE) , WH Smith (SMWH) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML)

SSE shares post modest gains as internal appointee selected as next CEO, but WH Smiths stumbles as UK store disposal news confirmed and Aston Martin shares keep tracking lower as US tariff fears weigh.

Related Companies: Next (NXT) , ADVFN (AFN) , AJ Bell (AJB)

Next soars to all-time high after posting its first billion-pound annual profit; AJ Bell slips as the firm sells part of its non-platform pension business; and ADVFN sumps as it announces plans to delist from AIM

Related Companies: Babcock International Group (BAB) , Evoke (DI) (EVOK) , Vistry Group (VTY)

Vistry Group weak as troubled housebuilder’s net debt doubles and profits fall; William Hill owner Evoke drops as it reports a tripling in full year losses; but Babcock gains from MoD contract award

Related Companies: Kingfisher (KGF) , Michelmersh Brick Holdings (MBH) , Fevertree Drinks (FEVR)

Kingfisher shares slump as challenging outlook dominates earnings news and Michelmersh Brick struggles as tight market hits revenues, but Fevertree offers the market cause for cheer.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , S4 Capital (SFOR) , Abingdon Health (ABDX)

S4 Capital shares surge as investors eye longer term outlook and Wood Group gains as takeover deadline is extended but Abingdon Health slips despite optimism that the business is now delivering sustainable cashflows.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , ASOS (ASC) , Energean (ENOG)

ASOS shares jump as H1 profits look set to impress and Energean finds some upside as asset disposal deal cancelled, but IAG takes a hit as Heathrow closure set to cost BA subsidiary dearly.

Related Companies: Investec (INVP) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST) , Shaftesbury Capital (SHC)

Shaftesbury Capital shares jump as Norwegian sovereign wealth fund buys 25% of Covent Garden estate and Crest Nicholson gains on trading update but Investec drops in light of tough comparatives.

Related Companies: Ferrexpo (FXPO) , Softcat (SCT) , M&G (MNG)

Softcat shares leap after interim performance beats expectations, M&G up on progressive dividend news and Ferrexpo falls after outlook sees impairment charges hit profits.

Related Companies: Computacenter (CCC) , Bytes Technology Group (BYIT) , Trustpilot Group (TRST)

Computacenter, Trustpilot and Bytes Technology all issued updates this morning and investors found plenty to cheer across the trifecta of tech stocks, with more than £500m added to their combined market cap.

Related Companies: QinetiQ Group (QQ.) , Standard Life plc (SDLF) , Energean (ENOG)

Phoenix Group rises as forward guidance is lifted, but Energean slumps as concerns over portfolio sale build and QinetiQ also struggles with headwinds hampering Q4 performance.

Related Companies: Berkeley Group Holdings (The) (BKG) , Bodycote (BOY) , Vanquis Banking Group 20 (VANQ)

Berkeley makes modest gains on reaffirmed guidance, but Vanquis Bank slips as losses mount and Bodycote shares are under pressure as management eye further turbulence in the near term.

Related Companies: Volution Group (FAN) , Trainline (TRN) , Deliveroo Class A (ROO)

Volution Group finds shareholder support from market outperformance, but Trainline slumps as share buyback fails to offset impact of ticket sales drop and is Deliveroo knocked by profit outlook.

Related Companies: Hochschild Mining (HOC) , Hill and Smith (HILS) , 4Imprint Group (FOUR)

Hill & Smith finds support off significant profit increase and it’s a similar story at Hochschild Mining after company posts record year, but 4imprint struggles off heavy US exposure and tariff fears.

Related Companies: Persimmon (PSN) , Rotork (ROR) , IP Group (IPO)

Persimmon share price builds on better than forecast profits, Rotork finds support amidst news of results plus share buy-back, whilst IPO Group also advances on news of portfolio company IPO.

Related Companies: Clarkson (CKN) , Assura (AGR) , Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG)

Assura jumps as management warm to revised bid terms and Watches of Switzerland up on buy-back news but Clarkson stumbles despite dividend increase as management eye softer outlook.

Related Companies: Melrose Industries (MRO) , Just Group (JUST) , Eutelsat Communications S.A. (CDI) (ETL)

Melrose Industries attempts to find some rebound from Thursday’s sell off, Just Group hammered despite profit growth and Eutelsat Communications sees volatility after significant retail interest reported.

Related Companies: Schroders (SDR) , Hunting (HTG) , Spire Healthcare Group (SPI)

Spire Healthcare sees share price spiked as wage cost increases set to erode profits, Schroders rises on new strategy and Hunting Group sees volatile early trade in response to earnings.

Related Companies: Breedon Group (BREE) , Games Workshop Group (GAW) , Quilter (QLT)

Breedon shares jump on full year results and news of US acquisition, Quilter rises as profits see dividend hike and a trading update from Games Workshop sees full year forecasts upped.

Related Companies: Intertek Group (ITRK) , Keller Group (KLR) , Greggs (GRG)

Keller Group and Intertek both surge on news of share buy back schemes and significant dividend hikes, but Greggs shares fall to two and a half year lows as margin headwinds loom.

Related Companies: BAE Systems (BA.) , Bunzl (BNZL) , Spirent Communications (SPT)

As defence spending looks set to rise sharply, shares in BAE Systems and peers jump, Spirent Communications finds support as takeover process takes another step forward but Bunzl slides despite dividend hike.

Related Companies: Pearson (PSON) , International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Morgan Advanced Materials (MGAM)

IAG shares take off after news of bumper profits and share buy back and Pearson also gains on earnings plus capital return news, but Morgan Advanced Materials slumps on declining sales outlook.

Related Companies: Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.) , Serco Group (SRP) , Howden Joinery Group (HWDN)

Rolls Royce soars as targets met two years early and divided is reinstated, Serco Group finds support despite contract losses, whilst Howden Joinery slumps over concerns of slowing sales and rising costs.

Related Companies: Hikma Pharmaceuticals (HIK) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , Convatec Group (CTEC)

Aston Martin races lower on disappointing full year results and Hikma also struggles despite solid earnings whilst Convatec leads the FTSE-100 as strategic plans drive company’s profitability.

Related Companies: Smith & Nephew (SN.) , Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Lion Finance Group PLC (BGEO)

Smith & Nephew rises on improved final quarter and upbeat outlook, Lion Finance – formerly Bank of Georgia – gains as full year numbers impress, whilst Wood Group also advances amidst bid news.

Smith & Nephew rises on improved final quarter and upbeat outlook, Lion Finance – formerly Bank of Georgia – gains as full year numbers impress, whilst Wood Group also advances amidst bid news.

Related Companies: National Grid (NG.) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME) , EnergyPathways plc (EPP)

Energy Pathways jumps on funding update and National Grid inches higher after disposal of US asset but B&M Value Retail slides as CEO announces departure and full year outlook downgraded again.

Related Companies: Standard Chartered (STAN) , Europa Metals Ltd NPV (DI) (EUZ) , Poolbeg Pharma (POLB)

Standard Chartered jumps as full year results reveal cash distribution plans and Europa Metals advances as management look to reassure investors but Poolbeg Pharma slumps as merger talks collapse.

Related Companies: Centrica (CNA) , Greatland Gold (GGP) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

Centrica surges on buy back, divi hike news, Ithaca gains ground following a successful 2024 with momentum set to be sustained, and Greatland Gold also jumps on positive drilling results.

Related Companies: Glencore (GLEN) , Beeks Financial Cloud Group (BKS) , Jet2 (JET2)

Jet2 hits turbulence as cost headwinds mount, Glencore finds stock under pressure after profits slide and Beeks Financial results fail to provide a foundation for extending Tuesday’s gains.

Related Companies: BT Group (BT.A) , Castings (CGS) , Hollywood Bowl Group (BOWL)

Hollywood Bowl finds support in wake of share buyback news, BT tumbles as Morgan Stanley cuts holding and iron foundry Castings pressured by downbeat outlook from management.

Related Companies: Moneysupermarket.com Group (MONY) , Assura (AGR) , Springfield Properties (SPR)

Assura jumps on takeover offer, Mony Group finds support as full year numbers impress and £30m share buyback is launched, whilst Springfield Properties talks up full year profit forecasts.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , XPS Pensions Group (XPS) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG)

XPS Pensions Group surges on updated revenue guidance, but Wood Group slumps as management note disappointment with financial performance and NatWest stumbles as investors digest full year numbers.

Related Companies: Barclays (BARC) , British American Tobacco (BATS) , Coca-Cola HBC AG (CDI) (CCH)

On the back of a weak London market in general, Barclays falls despite posting profit increases and British American Tobacco stumbles on growth concerns, but Coca Cola HBC offers investors something to cheer.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , Molten Ventures (GROW) , TBC Bank Group (TBCG)

Barratt Redrow jumps as interim results see profit guidance upped, Molten Ventures gains on strategy news and TBC Bank also records a meaningful uptick in profits for the full year.

Related Companies: Bellway (BWY) , Dunelm Group (DNLM) , Entain (ENT)

Big losses for Entain as the CEO makes a swift exit, Bellway takes a knock despite broadly positive interim numbers and Dunelm has a shaky start, again with interims under the microscope.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Johnson Matthey (JMAT) , Supply@Me Capital (SYME)

BP jumps on news that activist investor is stake building, Johnson Matthey looks resolute despite boardroom reshuffle and Supply@Me Capital slips on concerns over cashflow.

BP jumps on news that activist investor is stake building, Johnson Matthey looks resolute despite boardroom reshuffle and Supply@Me Capital slips on concerns over cashflow.

Related Companies: Legal & General Group (LGEN) , Ferrexpo (FXPO) , Belluscura (BELL)

Legal and General shares jump in wake of divisional sale and improved capital distribution whilst Ferrexpo continues its rebound but Belluscura tumbles following deeply discounted funding round.

Related Companies: AstraZeneca (AZN) , Babcock International Group (BAB) , BBGI Global Infrastructure S.A. NPV (DI) (BBGI)

A flurry of market cheer this morning with BBGI surging on news of a takeover, Babcock gaining off the back of a profit upgrade and AstraZeneca rising following higher profits and dividend growth.

Related Companies: GSK (GSK) , DCC Energy PLC (DCC) , Ferrexpo (FXPO)

Ferrexpo extends yesterday’s losses on news of subsidiary’s Ukrainian challenges and DCC investors focus on slowing consumer tech market but GSK funds cheer with share buyback and longer term sales projections.

Related Companies: Vodafone Group (VOD) , Diageo (DGE) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST)

Full year numbers from Crest Nicholson leave the market disappointed, strong growth in Guinness sales fails to buoy Diageo and Vodafone shareholders focus in on sluggish German performance, overlooking progress elsewhere.

Full year numbers from Crest Nicholson leave the market disappointed, strong growth in Guinness sales fails to buoy Diageo and Vodafone shareholders focus in on sluggish German performance, overlooking progress elsewhere.

Related Companies: Pennon Group (PNN) , Ultimate Products (ULTP) , Microsalt (SALT)

MicroSalt jumps on news of successful fundraise, but Ultimate Products rocked by trading update and Pennon finds itself under pressure as shares trade ex-rights.

Related Companies: Smiths Group (SMIN) , Marechale Capital (MAC) , Oncimmune Holdings (ONC)

Smiths Group jumps on news of disposals and capital return, Oncimmune struggles after trading update lowers forward growth expectations and Marechale Capital continues its run higher.

Related Companies: Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Airtel Africa (AAF) , Chrysalis Investments Limited NPV (CHRY)

Gains for Chrysalis Investment Trust as NAV revised higher and Airtel Africa finds support off rising customer numbers, but Wizz Air under pressure as cost headwinds impact profit growth.

Related Companies: WH Smith (SMWH) , DeFi Development Corporation UK PLC (DFDV) , Dowlais Group (DWL)

WH Smiths advances again off the back of pre-AGM trading statement, Dowlais announces plans to be acquired by US peer and Cykel AI jumps on news it has integrated the new DeepSeek technology.

Related Companies: SSP Group (SSPG) , SThree (STEM) , RS Group (RS1)

SSP Group jumps on strong performance in high returning regions, but SThree pressured by global macro woes and RS Group indicates full year profits will land at lower end of expectations.

Related Companies: WH Smith (SMWH) , Good Energy Group (GOOD) , Ryanair Holdings (CDI) (0RYA)

WH Smiths jumps on news of possible High Street store disposal, Good Energy adds a further 20% as acquisition news finalised and Ryanair gains altitude in wake of Q3 results plus full year profit guidance.

Related Companies: Burberry Group (BRBY) , Record (REC) , TheWorks.Co.Uk (WRKS)

Burberry jumps higher as fall in sales not as bad as feared, The Works gains on news of improved margins with more to come and Record advances as volatility improves performance.

Related Companies: Spectris (SXS) , Mitie Group (MTO) , Mortgage Advice Bureau (Holdings) (MAB1)

Spectris jumps as profit forecasts upgraded, Mortgage Advice Bureau gains as company notes outperformance and strong demand for 2025, whilst Mitie languishes despite bumper revenue update.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Hochschild Mining (HOC) , Quilter (QLT)

Quilter gains on strong inflows, but easyJet loses ground despite improved pre-Christmas trade and Hochschild Mining hammered as broker notes overshadow positive production report.

Related Companies: Close Brothers Group (CBG) , QinetiQ Group (QQ.) , Aberdeen Group plc (ABDN)

Abrdn shares advance on solid Q4 trading update and Close Brothers’ stock soars after government eyes block on car loan payouts but QinetiQ tips lower as trading update flags slowing UK sales.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Reach (RCH) , Pod Point Group Holdings (PODP)

News publisher Reach surges on trading update and Wood Group makes modest gains following news of contact win, but the EV charging company Pod Point struggles as private retail market woes weigh on sales.

Related Companies: M&C Saatchi (SAA) , Ninety One (N91) , Quantum Blockchain Technologies (QBT)

Quantum Blockchain jumps on positive research findings into more efficient bitcoin mining, M&C Saatchi up on benefits of strategic shift and Ninety One sees AUM nudge higher at year end.

Related Companies: Dunelm Group (DNLM) , Bakkavor Group (BAKK) , Trustpilot Group (TRST)

Trustpilot jumps as company continues growth trajectory, Bakkavor up on margin and profit outlook improvements, whilst Dunelm notes challenging trading conditions as economic woes linger.

Related Companies: Genus (GNS) , Currys (CURY) , Fiinu (BANK)

Profitability upgrades buoy FTSE-250 listed Currys and Genus, whilst small cap FinTech Fiinu surges on promising news of first white label deal with UK banking counterparty.

Related Companies: Persimmon (PSN) , Ocado Group (OCDO) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.)

Improved full year guidance sees Persimmon shares rise and bumper Christmas trading season offers cheer at Ocado, but JD Sports margin discipline is looking costly as profits downgraded.

Related Companies: Craneware (CRW) , Entain (ENT) , Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT)

A raft of good news stories to kick off the week with Entain up on guidance reiteration, Oxford Nanopore soars over mid term outlook and Craneware advances as US political backdrop adds confidence.

Related Companies: Sainsbury (J) (SBRY) , Clarkson (CKN) , Alliance Pharma (APH)

Alliance Pharma jumps as takeover news announced and Clarkson advances on modest profit upgrade but Sainsbury continues slide as costs rise and non-food sales slow.

Related Companies: Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) , Greggs (GRG) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME)

Marks and Spencer struggles despite posting record pre-Christmas sales, Greggs under fire as inflationary pressures for 2025 grow and B&M Retail rocked by profit guidance tightening, with no concession from special dividend payout.

Related Companies: Topps Tiles (TPT) , Valirx (VAL) , Hornby (HRN)

Hornby turn around plans appear on track as Christmas sales impress, ValiRx gains in stake building and Topps Tiles also shines after improvements noted in the final quarter of calendar 2024.

Related Companies: Next (NXT) , GEO Exploration Limited (GEO) , Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT)

Next gains ground after posting better than expected results – again – whilst Oxford Nanopore finds support from news of participation in US conference. Global Petroleum pressured by cap raise.

Related Companies: Ferrexpo (FXPO) , Arrow Exploration Corp. (Cdi) (AXL) , Smarttech247 Group (S247)

Smarttech 247 jumps on full year results update and Ukrainian based Ferrexpo tops the FTSE-250, whilst Arrow Exploration puts in a shaky start despite upbeat drilling results from Colombia.

Related Companies: Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Quiz (QUIZ) , Regtech Open Project (RTOP)

Another quiet day in terms of corporate news but Wizz Air slips on traffic figures, Quiz Plc sees more downside pressure as institutional divestment is announced and RegTech Open Project shares are officially delisted.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Emmerson NPV (EML) , Poolbeg Pharma (POLB)

A comparatively quiet start back after the Christmas break but Wood Group jumps on disposal news and Emmerson finds support off litigation funding, although a planned merger sees Poolbeg Pharma slide.

Related Companies: Atlas Metals Group plc (AMG) , Vistry Group (VTY) , Windward Ltd. (DI) (WNWD)

Christmas Eve sees a profit warning from Vistry and Atlas Metals pressured after planned purchase deal is on the brink of collapse, but Windward jumps as all cash acquisition agreed.

Related Companies: Carnival (CCL) , Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) , Seeing Machines Ltd. NPV (DI) (SEE)

Direct Line Group agrees takeover terms from Aviva, Carnival floats higher as Friday’s results continue to buoy share price and Seeing Machines accelerates following investment from Mitsubishi Electric Mobility.

Related Companies: Serco Group (SRP) , Neometals Ltd Npv (Di) (NMT) , Raspberry PI Holdings (WI) (RPI)

Serco extends Thursday’s gains as upbeat mood prevails and Raspberry Pi also advances off the back of stake building news, but Neometals under pressure as it plans cancellation of AIM listing to focus on ASX.

Related Companies: United Utilities Group (UU.) , Serco Group (SRP) , Wood Group (John) (WG.)

Markets are under pressure as the Christmas break looms but water utilities up as Ofwat permits price hike, Serco jumps on profit momentum and Wood Group find support as a SAF contract in Romania is announced.

Related Companies: Active Energy Group (AEG) , Shoe Zone (SHOE) , IntegraFin Holding (IHP)

Shoe Zone investors rattled by UK government budget impact on corporate outlook and IntegraFin slides on rising costs but Active Energy soars from low base as shares resume trading.

Related Companies: Chemring Group (CHG) , Goodwin Plc (GDWN) , Hollywood Bowl Group (BOWL)

Goodwin share price jumps on back of interim results, but Chemring slumps as debt grows and Hollywood Bowl also struggles with investors eyeing the impact of rising wage costs.

Related Companies: Computacenter (CCC) , PureTech Health (PRTC) , Oxford Biodynamics (OBD)

PureTech Health share price jumps on positive drug trail results news, but boardroom news dominate elsewhere with a CFO exit at Computacenter and the CEO’s departure from Oxford Biodynamics both taking a toll.

Related Companies: Impax Asset Management Group (IPX) , Cadogan Energy Solutions (CAD) , Kosmos Energy (DI) (KOS)

Cadogan Energy jumps on litigation payout news, but Kosmos Energy struggles to find support for its mooted acquisition of Tullow Oil whilst Impax Asset Management falls as St James Place withdraw mandate.

Related Companies: Parkmead Group (The) (PMG) , SThree (STEM) , Currys (CURY)

Currys jumps on interim earnings and positive outlook, SThree tanks as profit downgrade hits and Parkmead Group’s sale of licenses has the potential to be transformative for the company’s fortunes.

Related Companies: Ashtead Group (AHT) , Kainos Group (KNOS) , Endeavour Mining (EDV)

Kainos shares advance as former CEO returns and Endeavour Mining finds support off positive survey findings for gold mine site, but pressures persist on Ashtead as company starts latest share buyback round.

Related Companies: Ashtead Group (AHT) , Naked Wines (WINE) , Moonpig Group (MOON)

Ashtead Group tumbles as full year outlook revised lower with US listing news cutting no slack and Moonpig falls despite shareholder payouts, but Naked Wines advances as cash balance builds.

Related Companies: IP Group (IPO) , Valirx (VAL) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Gains for IP Group as disposals pave way for higher shareholder returns, but Frasers Group slips as boohoo board find support and ValiRx share price responds to funding news.

Related Companies: Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) , Quiz (QUIZ) , AJ Bell (AJB)

Direct Line shares advance as Aviva tables improved takeover offer, but Quiz slumps amidst concern that a cash call may be imminent and AJ Bell also loses ground as investors book profits off year to date gains.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Future (FUTR) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Frasers Group sees its shares slump as full year profits downgraded and FTSE-100 relegation announced, but Future soars on H2 momentum and Wood Group rises on new BP contract wins.

Related Companies: Legal & General Group (LGEN) , Zigup (ZIG) , Me Group International (MEGP)

Legal & General sees shares soar as demand for annuities outperforms wider market, but ME Group and Zigup both find themselves under pressure despite plenty of positives in respective updates.

Related Companies: Marston's (MARS) , SSP Group (SSPG) , On The Beach Group (OTB)

A positive start for a number of reporting stocks on Tuesday with double digit gains for SSP Group and On The Beach, whilst investors in pub operator Marston’s also found cause for cheer after market outperformance.

Related Companies: Spirent Communications (SPT) , Topps Tiles (TPT) , K3 Business Technology Group (KBT)

Another quiet start to the week but news of a disposal from K3 sees its share price jump significantly, Spirent nudges higher as takeover moves closer to completion and Topps Tiles bats away shareholder dissent.

Related Companies: Webis Holdings (WEB) , Loungers (LGRS) , Argent Biopharma Limited NPV (DI) (RGT)

In a quiet end to the week, the Loungers sale to PE takes another step forward, Webis Holdings finds some support off results and Argent BioPharma shares tumble after management move to cancel London listing.

Related Companies: Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) , Loungers (LGRS) , Dr. Martens (DOCS)

M&A news very much in focus this morning as Direct Line Group rejects an approach from Aviva, but Loungers looks set to fold to a private equity bid. Dr Martens investors also find cheer in interims.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Pets at Home Group (PETS) , Auction Technology Group (ATG)

Auction Technology Group shares jump higher on the back of well received earnings and outlook news whilst easyJet makes modest gains as profits soar, but Pets at Home pressured by sluggish core market performance.

Related Companies: Halfords Group (HFD) , AO World (AO.) , Quadrise (QED)

AO World starts with a flourish as profit forecasts upgraded but gains prove difficult to sustain, Halfords rallies significantly and Quadrise finds support off major marine fuel trial news.

Related Companies: Anglo American (AAL) , Kingfisher (KGF) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.)

JD Sports claws back some of last week’s earnings-driven losses, Anglo American announces disposal but gains in line with sector peers and Kingfisher pressured as profit guidance lowered.

Related Companies: Games Workshop Group (GAW) , Amigo Holdings (AMGO) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

Games Workshop shares jump in early trade as interim results are on track to impress, and Ithaca Energy continues its march higher off yesterday’s dividend news but Amigo slips as options for the future remain limited.

Related Companies: Halma (HLMA) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Ithaca Energy (ITH)

JD Sports tanks after management tighten profit guidance towards the lower end of expectations, Halma finds support from strong earnings and capital return commitment cheers shareholders in Ithica Energy.

Related Companies: Sage Group (SGE) , Rotork (ROR) , Genus (GNS)

Sage Group shoots higher after earnings outlook and share buyback news, Rotork advances off trading update and Genus also posts gains in wake of AGM trading statement.

Related Companies: Diploma (DPLM) , Big Yellow Group (BYG) , Imperial Brands (IMB)

Imperial Brands shareholders found cheer in full year results and upbeat outlook, but Big Yellow and Diploma both came under pressure despite the publication of broadly positive earnings news.

Related Companies: Diploma (DPLM) , Big Yellow Group (BYG) , Imperial Brands (IMB)

Imperial Brands' shareholders found cheer in full year results and upbeat outlook, but Big Yellow and Diploma both came under pressure despite the publication of broadly positive earnings news.

Related Companies: Melrose Industries (MRO) , Judges Scientific (JDG) , MediaZest (MDZ)

Melrose shares jump higher as aviation specialist avoids supply chain woes and promises upbeat 2025, Judges Scientific slumps on sales timing woes whilst MediaZest bounces on new contract roll out.

Related Companies: TT Electronics (TTG) , Land Securities Group (LAND) , Solid State (SOLI)

M&A activity sees TT Electronics share price jump after Volex goes public with unsolicited approach, Solid State slips off news of order delay and Land Securities tops FTSE-100 in wake of earnings update.

Related Companies: Aviva (AV.) , WH Smith (SMWH) , Premier Foods (PFD)

WH Smiths falls back despite reporting strong growth in US travel sales, Premier Foods advances on hopes consumer confidence is improving and Aviva investors cheer news of dividend outlook.

Related Companies: Smiths Group (SMIN) , Babcock International Group (BAB) , Dowlais Group (DWL)

A flurry of cheer for London listed engineering stocks this morning with Smiths Group, Dowlais and Babcock all finding significant share price gains off the back of earnings releases.

Related Companies: DCC Energy PLC (DCC) , Drax Group (DRX) , Convatec Group (CTEC)

Convatec surges on upgraded full year guidance, DCC also posts double digit percentage gains after strategic update and Drax finds support as it tightens guidance at the upper end of estimates.

Related Companies: Croda International (CRDA) , Kainos Group (KNOS) , Aquis Exchange (AQX)

Another UK company gets snapped up by an overseas entity as Aquis Exchange agrees terms with Switzerland’s SIX, Kainos advances after interims reassure and Croda finds support as Q3 sales tick higher.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Serco Group (SRP) , Vistry Group (VTY)

A busy end to the week with IAG shares taking off after news of a share buyback, but Serco slips on Australian contract loss and UK wage pressures, whilst Vistry revises up the extent of its accounting issues.

Related Companies: Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.) , BT Group (BT.A) , RS Group (RS1)

Amidst a slew of corporate releases, RS Group jumps on cost savings news, but Rolls Royce reverses yesterday’s gains as market update shows signs of weakness and BT Group dips as challenging trading conditions hit revenues.

Related Companies: Persimmon (PSN) , Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) , Ashtead Group (AHT)

Persimmon shares slump on quarterly update which flags cost concerns for 2025, Marks & Spencer gains on sharp profit gains in half year numbers and Ashtead is UK’s own “Trump Trade” as US presidential race edges towards conclusion.

Related Companies: ASOS (ASC) , Associated British Foods (ABF) , Schroders (SDR)

A notable fall for Schroders’ share price this morning as outflows dominate the headlines even though emerging sectors show signs of growth, Associated British Foods cheered by Primark performance and losses persist at ASOS.

Related Companies: Anglo American (AAL) , Ryanair Holdings (CDI) (0RYA) , Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2)

Another quiet start to the week for the larger cap companies, but Clean Power Hydrogen sees cheer for two positive news releases, Anglo American up on disposal news and Ryanair dips on softer air fares.

Related Companies: Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , Boohoo Group (DEBS) , Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT)

Reckitt Benckiser shares jump notably on a US legal ruling in favour of a subsidiary company, Boohoo appoints a new CEO – likely to the chagrin of Frasers Group – and Aston Martin gives back some of its recent gains.

Related Companies: Smith & Nephew (SN.) , Coca-Cola HBC AG (CDI) (CCH) , Kainos Group (KNOS)

Investors in both Smith & Nephew and Kainos find themselves spooked as management lower forecasts for the full year, whilst Coca Cola HBS impresses with revenue gains despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Related Companies: Standard Chartered (STAN) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , Molten Ventures (GROW)

Standard Chartered impresses with quarterly profits ahead of expectations, Aston Martin also gives investors cause for cheer as selling prices and margins rise, but Molten Ventures Q3 update leaves VC trading at a significant discount to updated NAV.

Related Companies: HSBC Holdings (HSBA) , Pearson (PSON) , YouGov (YOU)

HSBC earnings impress with news of another $3n share buy back announced, Pearson gains off trading update and confirmation of full year outlook, whilst YouGov sees sales bump from acquisition.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Good Energy Group (GOOD) , Trainline (TRN)

Trainline shares jump on news of upgraded full year guidance, Good Energy surges as unsolicited bid approach is disclosed and airline stocks gain altitude after oil prices slide lower.

Related Companies: Airtel Africa (AAF) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG) , EnergyPathways plc (EPP)

NatWest Q3 earnings impress the market as bank reports a sharp increase in lending activity, Airtel Africa slumps off foreign currency headwinds and Energy Pathways continues to surge following Monday’s government announcement.

Related Companies: Travis Perkins (TPK) , Softcat (SCT) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Another flurry of corporate updates this morning result in Travis Perkins shares selling off after another profit downgrade whilst Frasers Group investors cast wary eye over boohoo gambit. Softcat jumps on earnings and outlook hopes.

Related Companies: Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) , WPP (WPP) , Reckitt Benckiser Group (RKT)

A flurry of Q3 earnings updates from blue chip stocks this morning resulted in gains for WPP, Lloyds Banking Group and Reckitt Benckiser, with the latter seeing less disruption than had been anticipated following storm damage in the US.

Related Companies: InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) , Morgan Sindall Group (MGNS) , Hunting (HTG)

Morgan Sindall jumps as full year profit guidance is upgraded, but Hunting Group slips as full year EBITDA forecast lowered and IHG shareholders give lukewarm response to Q3 update.

Related Companies: PureTech Health (PRTC) , Hollywood Bowl Group (BOWL) , EnergyPathways plc (EPP)

A relatively quiet start to the week with EnergyPathways an outlier after it was invited to join a UK government scheme, Pure Tech health advances off subsidiary funding news and Hollywood Bowl finds cheer in full year update.

Related Companies: British American Tobacco (BATS) , Mothercare (MTC) , Future (FUTR)

Future Plc share price rattled by surprise but clearly-telegraphed news of CEO departure, Mothercare jumps on trading reinstatement and Canadian settlement delays weigh on BATS

Related Companies: Rentokil Initial (RTO) , Brown (N.) Group (BWNG) , Entain (ENT)

Investors focus on outlook rather than the current mixed bag of earnings at Rentokil, Entain ups FY guidance, whilst buyout news from N Brown Group drives shares back to levels not seen since early in 2023.

Related Companies: Whitbread (WTB) , XPS Pensions Group (XPS) , CloudCoco Group (CLCO)

Whitbread shareholders cheer capital returns outlook as hotelier pushes on with plans to convert restaurants to rooms, Cloudcoco jumps on sale news and XPS Pensions sees benefit of regulatory change.

Related Companies: Bellway (BWY) , Discoverie Group (DSCV) , Bytes Technology Group (BYIT)

Some big movers in the FTSE-250 this morning with Bellway bouncing despite dividend cut and Discoverie Group ahead after customer destocking slows, but Bytes Technology takes a hit as hardware sales decline.

Related Companies: Ashmore Group (ASHM) , TI Fluid Systems (TIFS) , Entain (ENT)

TI Fluid Systems jumps 20% as suitor’s improved bid receives warm welcome from management and Ashmore’s trading statement impresses but gambling companies including Entain suffer amidst tax grab fears

Related Companies: Hays (HAS) , Saga (SAGA) , Vistry Group (VTY)

Vistry Group finds support off stake building, SAGA jumps as potential sale of division adds cause for cheer and Hays nudges higher cheered by cost controls despite sluggish performance.

Related Companies: GSK (GSK) , Gulf Marine Services (GMS) , Tritax Eurobox (EUR) (BOXE)

GSK shares find support following conclusion of significant litigation settlement. Gulf Marine jumps on contract win and Tritax Eurobox nudges higher as counter offer made to buy out the company.

Related Companies: Mondi (MNDI) , Marston's (MARS) , CMC Markets (CMCX)

Mondi jumps on news of latest acquisition, CMC Markets gains as profits surge and despite a wet summer for Marston's, market outperformance offers pubco a modest lift.

Related Companies: Senior (SNR) , Imperial Brands (IMB) , Vistry Group (VTY)

Vistry profit warning off costings issue sees share price plunge and Senior stumbles after client advises of reduced order rate, whist Imperial Brands finds support in wake of new share buyback details.

Related Companies: Rio Tinto (RIO) , Futura Medical (FUM) , Strategic Minerals (SML)

A quiet start to the week at the stock specific level, but news of Rio Tinto’s possible acquisition of a Lithium miner sparks interest, Futura Medicals gets milestone payment and Strategic Minerals finds government financial support.

Related Companies: Wetherspoon (J.D.) (JDW) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG)

JD Wetherspoon restores dividend payments but fails to find cheer amongst shareholders, Watches of Switzerland buys sector publisher and JD Sports remains on the back foot following earnings mid-week.

Related Companies: Tesco (TSCO) , Telecom Plus (TEP) , Galliford Try (GFRD)

Numbers from Tesco impress as profits jump on modest revenue increase, Telecom Plus sees continued growth in customer numbers and Galliford Try looks forward to busy FY25.

Related Companies: JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , MusicMagpie (MMAG)

JD Sports investors fail to find cheer off record revenues, AO World swoops for musicMagpie in recommended offer and Wizz Air falters on traffic stats highlighting falling load factors.

Related Companies: Greggs (GRG) , Tavistock Investments (TAVI) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Greggs Q3 trading update fails to lift confidence despite falling inflation being baked in, Frasers sees bid for Mulberry rejected and Tavistock jumps on disposal news.

Related Companies: Rightmove (RMV) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , Hammerson (HMSO)

Rightmove refuses to extend offer deadline for Australian suitor REA, Aston Martin Lagonda tanks as full year outlook revised down and Hammerson share consolidation explains abnormal price move.

Related Companies: Prudential (PRU) , Cranswick (CWK) , Ceres Power Holdings (CWR)

Prudential continues march higher with Indonesian partnership news adding to positive sentiment, Ceres Power Holdings jumps on upbeat interims and Cranswick advances on outlook upgrade.

Related Companies: Diageo (DGE) , Mitchells & Butlers (MAB) , IG Design Group (IGR)

Diageo share price finds cheer off the back of pre-AGM trading commentary, Mitchells and Butlers also advances as costs fall but IG Design slumps as profit expectations are lowered.

Related Companies: Rentokil Initial (RTO) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Talisman Metals PLC (TLM)

Rentokil Initial finds gains after appointment of major shareholder as non-exec director, Wizz Air leads airline gains whilst Ovoca Bio surges, helped by talk of cash rebates in half year numbers.

Related Companies: Smiths Group (SMIN) , Card Factory (CARD) , Raspberry PI Holdings (WI) (RPI)

Smiths Group shares sink following a minor miss in profits against forecasts and Card Factory pressured amidst rising costs, but Raspberry Pi offers cause for cheer after H1 performance exceeds expectations.

Related Companies: Rightmove (RMV) , Distil (DIS) , Alphawave IP Group (AWE)

Rightmove works its way to the top of the FTSE-100 as REA ups its bid again, but Alphawave slumps as full year revenues are downgraded and Distil falls in response to fundraising news.

Related Companies: Investec (INVP) , Biome Technologies (BIOM) , CleanTech Lithium (CTL)

It’s another quiet end to the week, but CleanTech Lithium takes a hit as delays to its Australian listing are announced, Investec slides despite profits ticking higher and Biome’s optimistic outlook fails to inspire.

Related Companies: Next (NXT) , Ocado Group (OCDO) , S4 Capital (SFOR)

Ocado shares surge as trading update sees full year revenue forecasts upped, Next edges higher after it eyes higher sales for the year too, but S4 Capital slips as trading backdrop remains tough.

Related Companies: Legal & General Group (LGEN) , PZ Cussons (PZC) , Advanced Medical Solutions Group (AMS)

PZ Cussons shares slump as profit decline underscores impact of Nigerian currency devaluation, L&G investors give news of CALA disposal a tepid response and Advance Medical Solutions advances on upbeat outlook.

Related Companies: Kingfisher (KGF) , Essentra (ESNT) , MediaZest (MDZ)

Kingfisher’s share price nudges its way higher after encouraging interims and MediaZest jumps as demand from existing clients soars, but Essentra struggles off the back of profit warning.

Related Companies: Playtech (PTEC) , Standard Life plc (SDLF) , TI Fluid Systems (TIFS)

Takeover news sees TI Fluid Systems shares squeezed higher, Playtech advances on upbeat trading statement and news of a resolution with Calipay, whilst Phoenix Group fails to rise as Sun Life disposal plans end.

Takeover news sees TI Fluid Systems shares squeezed higher, Playtech advances on upbeat trading statement and news of a resolution with Calipay, whilst Phoenix Group fails to rise as Sun Life disposal plans end.

Related Companies: Vodafone Group (VOD) , Premier African Minerals Ltd (PREM) , Corpus Resources Plc (COR)

A quiet end to the week for news, but Vodafone pushes back at the CMA’s objection to merger plans, Premier African slips on update news and Curzon Energy’s shares resume trading with a big discount.

Related Companies: Atlantic Lithium Limited NPV (DI) (ALL) , Hostmore (MORE) , Trainline (TRN)

Trainline shares steam ahead after upbeat trading statement and revision of full year guidance, Atlantic Lithium gains off environmental permit award and Hostmore looks for support after losses at the start of the week.

Related Companies: Rentokil Initial (RTO) , WH Smith (SMWH) , Trustpilot Group (TRST)

Rentokil Initial sees its share price battered in wake of profit downgrade, but WH Smiths surges on news of share buy back and Trustpilot jumps after interim profits beat market expectations.

Related Companies: Centamin (DI) (CEY) , Audioboom Group (BOOM) , Alpha Group International (ALPH)

Centamin shares jump after offer terms agreed and Audioboom flies higher in the wake of a flash trading update for August, but Alpha Group slumps off news of CEO departure at year end.

Related Companies: Computacenter (CCC) , Hostmore (MORE) , Entain (ENT)

Entain captures investor interest with news of solid growth as the second half rolls out, but Computacenter slides despite margin improvement and Hostmore flounders after update disappoints on multiple fronts.

Related Companies: CEPS (CEPS) , Vistry Group (VTY) , Invinity Energy Systems (IES)

A quiet end to the week but investment company CEPS sees shares jump as capital returns are mooted, Invinity Energy drops after orders deferred to FY25 and Vistry hands back some of Thursday’s bumper gains.

A quiet morning but investment company CEPS shares jump as capital returns are mooted, Invinity Energy drops after orders deferred to FY25 and Vistry hands back some of Thursday’s bumper gains.

A quiet morning but investment company CEPS sees shares jump as capital returns are mooted, Invinity Energy drops after orders deferred to FY25 and Vistry hands back some of Thursday’s bumper gains.

Related Companies: CEPS (CEPS) , Vistry Group (VTY) , Invinity Energy Systems (IES)

A quiet end to the week but investment company CEPS sees shares jump as capital returns are mooted, Invinity Energy drops after orders deferred to FY25 and Vistry hands back some of Thursday’s bumper gains.

Related Companies: ASOS (ASC) , Associated British Foods (ABF) , Vistry Group (VTY)

It’s been a game of two halves this morning in the fashion industry with Primark owner ABF and ASOS both updating the market with diverging outcomes, whilst Vistry Group bucks the trend noting strong completion rates.

Related Companies: Rockfire Resources (ROCK) , Balanced Commercial Property Trust Limited (BCPT) , Chapel Down Group (CDGP)

Markets have once again been spooked by US recession fears but Balanced Commercial Property Trust jumps on bid agreement and Rockfire Resources gains after reserve updates, but Chapel Down sinks on interims.

Related Companies: Ashtead Group (AHT) , Distil (DIS) , Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG)

Ashtead Group rises after Q1 earnings impress, Watches of Switzerland notes strong performance and improved visibility for FY outlook and Distil investors raise a glass to sales news.

Related Companies: Rightmove (RMV) , Kainos Group (KNOS) , Oncimmune Holdings (ONC)

Rightmove sees share price surge as Australian bid speculation confirmed and Oncimmune gains off news of what another contract win means for profitability, but Kainos slips on revenue woes.

Related Companies: Nanoco Group (NANO) , Filtronic (FTC) , Seascape Energy Asia Plc (SEA)

Filtronic gains as it secures another production order from SpaceX; Nanoco plunges as it confirms the loss of a key European customer; and Longboat Energy rises as it announces a business reboot under a new name.

Related Companies: PPHE Hotel Group Ltd (PPH) , Gem Diamonds Ltd. (DI) (GEMD) , Grafton Group Ut (CDI) (GFTU)

Gem Diamonds glitters after underlying profits more than double; Grafton Group falls as its half-year profits drop; and PPHE slips as first-half profits jump but REVPAR falls.

Related Companies: Prudential (PRU) , Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Prudential higher after raising its dividend despite a slump in first half profits; Wood Group up after signing agreements for the sale of two businesses; and Frasers Group flat after taking a stake in Australasian firm Accent Group.

Related Companies: Bunzl (BNZL) , Faron Pharmaceuticals Oy (DI) (FARN) , BHP Group Limited NPV (DI) (BHP)

Bunzl jumps as it raises its annual guidance and hiked its interim dividend; BHP higher despite cutting its dividend after a fall in annual profit; and Faron Pharma gains as it wins fast-track approval in the US for its lead drug candidate.

Related Companies: Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) , Evoke (DI) (EVOK) , Thor Explorations Ltd (DI) (THX)

Direct Line fell as it has changed a key 2023 solvency capital ratio; Evoke gained as it announced the acquisition of Winner.ro; and Thor Explorations rose as record gold prices boosted second-quarter profits

Related Companies: Hays (HAS) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Eckoh (ECK)

Hays weak as it reports a plunge in full year profits after a drop in net fee income; JD Sports Fashion reassures as it posts a rise in second-quarter sales growth; and Eckoh edges up after a tentative takeover offer

Related Companies: Mobico Group (MCG) , Costain Group (COST) , Watkin Jones (WJG)

Costain up as first-half profit rises on the back of improved margins; Mobico jumps as full-year guidance maintained after improving interims; but Watkin Jones slumps after warning market activity has been slower than anticipated

Related Companies: Antofagasta (ANTO) , Wood Group (John) (WG.) , I3 Energy (I3E)

Antofagasta sees first half profit rise on higher copper prices; John Wood Group reaffirms its guidance despite swinging to an operating loss; and i3 Energy recommends a takeover offer from Gran Tierra Energy

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , Intercede Group (IGP) , Plus500 Ltd (DI) (PLUS)

Barratt and Redrow see £2.5bn merger completing later this week; Plus 500 reports strong first half results; and Intercede announces new partnership with Microsoft

Related Companies: GSK (GSK) , Biome Technologies (BIOM) , LungLife AI, Inc (DI) (LLAI)

The corporate reporting calendar slows to a crawl in late August but GSK highlight positive news in a court battle in the US, Biome Technologies announces funding plans and Lunglife AI makes progress state-side, too.

Related Companies: Admiral Group (ADM) , OSB Group (OSB) , Artemis Resources Limited NPV (DI) (ARV)

Admiral Group soars on news of customer and profit growth, OSB Group slides as investors take cool view on the outlook and Artemis Resources jumps in wake of assay results.

Related Companies: Distil (DIS) , Molten Ventures (GROW) , Flutter Entertainment (CDI) (FLTR)

Molten Ventures share price jumps after portfolio update and exit news, Flutter Entertainment upgrades full year outlook thanks to Q2 performance and Distil slumps on financing woes.

Related Companies: Neo Energy Metals (NEO) , Just Group (JUST) , Dowlais Group (DWL)

Just Group surges after interim results beat expectations, Dowlas Group sinks but then claws back losses amidst electric vehicle market uncertainty and shareholders welcome Neo Energy’s asset acquisition.

Related Companies: BT Group (BT.A) , Marshalls (MSLH) , Celadon Pharmaceuticals (CEL)

BT Group investors dial into major stake purchase by Indian telecoms group, Marshalls Plc sees shares squeezed after interim results despite profit uptick and Celadon Pharma slumps amidst cash concerns.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Hargreaves Lansdown (HL.) , The Revel Collective Plc (TRC)

Hargreaves Lansdown advances as bid price secured, low cost airlines gain altitude as Ryanair significantly extends share buyback and Revolution Bars gains court approval for restructuring.

Related Companies: Spirax Group plc (SPX) , Beazley (BEZ) , TI Fluid Systems (TIFS)

Insurer Beazley impressed the market this morning as interim profits doubled, whilst TI Fluid Systems outlook of improving margins lead their share price higher. Investors were however less impressed with an earnings miss from Spirax.

Related Companies: TP Icap Group (TCAP) , Ampeak Energy Limited (AMP) , Quilter (QLT)

TP ICAP publishes interims and shares take off as talk of partial spin off via a US IPO resurfaces, Simec Atlantis gains on project news and Quilter also finds favour as inflows soar.

Related Companies: Rightmove (RMV) , Keller Group (KLR) , Domino's Pizza Group (DOM)

Rightmove share price tumbles as partnership deal falters, Keller’s interim results see news of a profit upgrade and Domino’s Pizza reverses 10 quarters of decline but market still underwhelmed.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Clarkson (CKN) , Defence Holdings PLC (ALRT)

Markets globally are in freefall this morning as US recession fears bite. Guild Esports jumps on takeover talk, Clarkson flounders off the back of interim results and Wood Group falls as suitor walks away.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , UK Oil & Gas (UKOG) , Defence Holdings PLC (ALRT)

IAG sees shares take off after dividend is reinstated and UK Oil & Gas jumps on support for its hydrogen storage scheme, whilst Guild Esports – co-owned by David Beckham – continues to slide after yesterday’s cash crunch warning.

Related Companies: Rolls-Royce Holdings (RR.) , Next (NXT) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ)

Profit upgrades and dividend reinstatement see Rolls Royce shares advance, Next also finds favour as wet weather fails to dampen sales, but Wizz Air hits headwinds as full year net income revised lower.

Related Companies: HSBC Holdings (HSBA) , Taylor Wimpey (TW.) , Genedrive (GDR)

Interim results from HSBC see bank launch $3bn share buy back, Taylor Wimpey sees sales reservations tick higher post-election and Genedrive jumps as test kits to be used by the NHS.

Related Companies: Diageo (DGE) , Standard Chartered (STAN) , St James's Place (STJ)

Standard Chartered shares soar off the back of solid interim results and record share buyback and St James’s Place jumps as cost saving measures accompany good retention rates but Diageo flat after sales stall.

Related Companies: Centrica (CNA) , Pearson (PSON) , Mkango Resources (MKA)

Interim results from Pearson leave shareholders underwhelmed despite margin improvements, Centrica rebounds from last week’s slump and Mkango Resources leaps after Malawi deal signed.

Related Companies: Drax Group (DRX) , Molten Ventures (GROW) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG)

NatWest Group and Drax both impress investors with half year results, whilst could news from Molten Ventures of disposals, refinancing and a share buyback offer confidence for the wider VC industry?

Related Companies: Unilever (ULVR) , Centrica (CNA) , Airtel Africa (AAF)

Unilever surges as margin growth impresses, but Airtel Africa slumps as currency headwinds take a toll and Centrica also struggles as interims show big decline in profits at British Gas.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings (AML) , Ascential (ASCL)

easyJet shares soar after upbeat quarterly results, Ascential jumps as management recommend all cash bid approach, whilst Aston Martin investors find solace in margin improvement and new CEO hopes.

Related Companies: Compass Group (CPG) , Beazley (BEZ) , SThree (STEM)

Specialist recruiter SThree outperforms sector peers and proposes interim dividend hike, Compass Group sees sales rise while inflation ebbs and cybersecurity insurer Beazley updates on Friday’s IT outage.

Related Companies: easyJet (EZJ) , Ocado Group (OCDO) , Hammerson (HMSO)

Airlines lose altitude after profit update from Ryanair, Hammerson jumps as the company plans capital return to investors and Ocado finds favour off new technology order for US partner.

Related Companies: International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (CDI) (IAG) , Fresnillo (FRES) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

With the RNS reporting service out of action, a slightly different take on the market movers today. Frasers Group retreats on broader retail sales news, Fresnillo slips as gold prices of and IAG also struggles.

Related Companies: Hargreaves Lansdown (HL.) , Dunelm Group (DNLM) , Intelligent Ultrasound Group (IUG)

Upbeat full year numbers from Frasers Group and Dunelm see both stocks benefitting on early trade, shunning concerns of macroeconomic woes. Intelligent Ultrasound Group also soars off news of disposal to GE Healthcare.

Related Companies: Antofagasta (ANTO) , Genus (GNS) , Wetherspoon (J.D.) (JDW)

Antofagasta share prices dips lower as full year production forecasts are trimmed, FTSE-250 listed Genus also under pressure amidst 2025 outlook and JD Wetherspoon finds support in management comments

Related Companies: Ocado Group (OCDO) , RM (RM.) , Trustpilot Group (TRST)

Interim results from Ocado give investors cause for cheer, but RM Group sees shares slide despite the business delivering against turn around plans, whilst Trustpilot also stumbles after key investors offloads at a discount.

Related Companies: Burberry Group (BRBY) , MediaZest (MDZ) , Genedrive (GDR)

Burberry shares tank after quarterly update disappoints and the CEO is ousted. Genedrive finds support off FDA classification and MediaZest jumps as new contract wins set course for full year revenue growth.

Related Companies: Ashmore Group (ASHM) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST) , Pipehawk (PIP)

In a quiet end to the week, Crest Nicholson continues to move higher as takeover talks are ongoing, but Ashmore Group slips after AUM update and Pipehawk dips lower again as one division goes into administration.

Related Companies: Severn Trent (SVT) , Pennon Group (PNN) , Norman Broadbent (NBB)

The latest assessments from OFWAT see shares in both Pennon and Severn Trent rise as respective plans gain a preliminary nod of approval, but earnings at Norman Broadbent disappoint, extending yesterday’s losses.

Related Companies: Barratt Redrow (BTRW) , SSP Group (SSPG) , The Gym Group (GYM)

SSP Group impresses with bumper sales, Barratt Developments projects full year profits at top end of expectations but investors focus on falling completions, and The Gym Group sees H1 revenues grow.

Related Companies: BP (BP.) , Capita (CPI) , Pagegroup (PAGE)

Capita shares jump on news of £200m disposal, Page Group slumps as slow market conditions see full year profit outlook dialled down and BP shareholder are underwhelmed by a Q2 trading update.

Related Companies: Ocado Group (OCDO) , Britvic (BVIC) , Marston's (MARS)

Ocado shares jump on news of expanded operations in Japan, Marston’s finds support after news it will exit the brewing business and Britvic also rallies after management recommend upgraded bid from Carlsberg.

Related Companies: Persimmon (PSN) , Pipehawk (PIP) , Emmerson NPV (EML)

Election results are dominating the headlines and that big win for Labour is boosting house builders. Elsewhere Pipehawk shares dive off plans to put one operating division into administration whilst Emmerson advances on trading update.

Related Companies: Smith & Nephew (SN.) , Spectris (SXS) , Distribution Finance Capital Holdings (DFCH)

Smith & Nephew advances on stake building news, Distribution Finance Capital Holdings upgrades interim profit forecasts and Spectris finds support as it acquires a US competitor.

Related Companies: Topps Tiles (TPT) , Cairn Homes (CDI) (CRN) , Equals Group (EQLS)

Topps Tiles quarterly trading update shows broader economic woes dragging, Equals Group impresses with revenues but shares fall, whilst Cairn Homes maintains FY guidance and announces €45m share buyback.

Related Companies: Sainsbury (J) (SBRY) , Shoe Zone (SHOE) , Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ)

Shoe Zone investors flee as company issues another profit warning, a trading update from Sainsburys highlights the impact of poor weather on non-food sales and sluggish passenger growth at Wizz Air disappoints.

Related Companies: Karelian Diamond Resources (CDI) (KDR) , Helium One Group Ltd (DI) (HE1) , Libertine Holdings (LIB)

A quiet start to the week but Helium One saw its shares rise as much as 15% off the back of an operational update, news of a funding lifeline saw Libertine Holdings gain ground but Karelian slips after a discounted share sale.

Related Companies: Tyman (TYMN) , Nightcap (NGHT) , MusicMagpie (MMAG)

Nightcap announces its intention to delist, MusicMagpie continues to struggle as economic woes even hit the second hand market but Tyman finds some support as suitor Quanex ups its offer.

Related Companies: Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG) , Moonpig Group (MOON) , Currys (CURY)

Watches of Switzerland see economic headwinds abating, whilst full year numbers from Moonpig highlight a significantly better second half performance. However Currys full year numbers leave investors underwhelmed.

Related Companies: AO World (AO.) , Quantum Blockchain Technologies (QBT) , Gelion (GELN)

AIM-listed Gelion signs development deal with Glencore, AO World full year earnings show benefit of focusing on core activity and Quantum Blockchain’s results show losses diminishing.

Related Companies: Land Securities Group (LAND) , Ampeak Energy Limited (AMP) , Funding Circle Holdings (FCH)

Funding Circle disposes of its US lending arm as management focus on core operations, Simec Atlantis shares surge as profit soars and Land Securities expands Bluewater holding.

Related Companies: Prudential (PRU) , Britvic (BVIC) , Frasers Group (FRAS)

Prudential jumps higher on news of fresh capital returns to shareholders, Britvic continues to post gains as acquisition by Carlsberg becomes more likely and Frasers Group bumps higher off the back of THG partnership.

Related Companies: Tate & Lyle (TATE) , Ocado Group (OCDO) , Britvic (BVIC)

Both Ocado and Tate & Lyle see shares recover some of Thursday’s losses whilst Britvic positively fizzes after management confirm media speculation that brewer Carlsberg made a £3bn approach to buy the company.

Related Companies: Tate & Lyle (TATE) , YouGov (YOU) , CMC Markets (CMCX)

CMC Markets continues to march higher off the back of buoyant full year results and upbeat outlook, Tate & Lyle investors give acquisition news a muted reaction and pollsters YouGov see shares slide following trading update.

Related Companies: Spectris (SXS) , Games Workshop Group (GAW) , JTC (JTC)

Games Workshop finds rallying call off back of upbeat trading, Spectris sinks after management lower profit outlook and JTC rallies after last night’s planned acquisition news.

Related Companies: Whitbread (WTB) , Ashtead Group (AHT) , Oxford Biodynamics (OBD)

Whitbread impresses with Q1 numbers despite weakness in UK leisure sector, Ashtead slides as revenue guidance disappoints and Oxford Biodynamics share price takes a hit as losses mount.

Related Companies: Contango Holdings (CGO) , Mind Gym (MIND) , Cizzle Biotechnology Holdings (CIZ)

Mind Gym slumps as HR departments in the US cut back on DEI spending, whilst a Zimbabwe coal mine picks up investment – not exactly a great day for conscious capitalism - and biotech Cizzle finds support off funding news.

Related Companies: Tesco (TSCO) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST) , Raspberry PI Holdings (WI) (RPI)

Crest Nicholson shares jump after Bellway bid approach confirmed, Tesco edges higher after Q1 trading update provides some cheer and Raspberry Pi debuts on exchange trading.

Related Companies: Halma (HLMA) , Crest Nicholson Holdings (CRST) , Wise Class A (WISE)

Halma shares rally as revenues reach all time highs and order outlook remains strong, Crest Nicholson slumps as CEO departs and remedy costs hit performance, whilst Wise struggles as growth outlook moderates.

Related Companies: Legal & General Group (LGEN) , Safestore Holdings (SAFE) , Molten Ventures (GROW)

Molten Ventures jumps on full year results and upbeat outlook, Legal & General slides after news that the CEO will leave the business, whilst Safestore manages expectations as full year guidance is tightened.

Related Companies: Oxford Instruments (OXIG) , H-Power plc (HPOW) , Helium One Group Ltd (DI) (HE1)

Oxford Instruments delivers full year results as strategic review catches investor interest, whilst AFC Energy and Helium One both tumble in the wake of discounted fundraising.

Related Companies: Smith (DS) (SMDS) , Mkango Resources (MKA) , Me Group International (MEGP)

A quiet start to the week sees the market push back against ME Group’s expectation of record full year profits and DS Smith sinks after Friday’s notification of stake selling but Mkango Resources leaps after Japanese recycling tie up announced.

Related Companies: Bellway (BWY) , C&C Group (CDI) (CCR) , Solvonis Therapeutics PLC (SVNS)

C&C Group sees shares tank after past profits are restated and the CEO steps down, Bellway edges higher off positive trading update, whilst Graft Polymer surges as business update hints at a range of new deals.

Related Companies: Wood Group (John) (WG.) , Brown (N.) Group (BWNG) , Fevertree Drinks (FEVR)

Wood Group share price jumps as shareholder feedback sees management warm to takeover talks, N Brown jumps on profit increase and Fevertree drinks sees modest gains ahead of AGM.

Related Companies: Centrica (CNA) , Paragon Banking Group (PAG) , B&M European Value Retail S.A. (DI) (BME)

B&M Retail sees shares slide after lack of guidance in full year earnings and Centrica flounders after AGM trading statement gets tepid reception but Paragon Banking finds favour off more distributions to shareholders.

Related Companies: Wizz Air Holdings (WIZZ) , Hollywood Bowl Group (BOWL) , Checkit (CKT)

Wizz Air shares take a turbulent ride as traffic figures are published, Hollywood Bowl continues to benefit from yesterday’s interim earnings news and Checkit slumps after unsolicited bid for competitor receives lukewarm market reaction.

Related Companies: GSK (GSK) , Hunting (HTG) , JD Sports Fashion (JD.)

JD Sports share price rebounds as US institutional buyer eyes a bargain, GSK slumps after US litigation update and oil services group Hunting jumps with news of a follow on order from Kuwait.

Related Companies: JD Sports Fashion (JD.) , Flutter Entertainment (CDI) (FLTR) , NATWEST GROUP (NWG)

Flutter shares tank as primary listing moves to New York and the CFO steps aside, JD Sports struggles to impress despite sales growth in challenging market and Nat West buys £1.24bn of its own stock back from the government.

Related Companies: Autotrader Group plc (AUTO) , TPXimpact Holdings (TPX) , Microsalt (SALT)

Auto Trader impresses with full year earnings and robust outlook and TPX Impact also shines as election timing removes client uncertainty, but Micro Salt struggles as revenues flatline but costs build.

Related Companies: Pets at Home Group (PETS) , The Revel Collective Plc (TRC) , International Distributions Services (IDS)

Will Royal Mail’s owners be able to sell out to a Czech billionaire, or is the government set to call in the deal for review? Pets at Home impresses with full year results and some are left asking if it’s final orders for Revolution Bars Group.

Related Companies: AstraZeneca (AZN) , ICG PLC (ICG) , Softcat (SCT)

Private equity investment firm Intermediate Capital reported annual results showing a more than doubling in profits as it saw a huge increase in performance fee income, while assets under management rose by nearly a quarter.

Related Companies: Hargreaves Lansdown (HL.) , Avation (AVAP) , AJ Bell (AJB)

AJ Bell gives back some of yesterday’s gains after founder sells down a part of his holding, Hargreaves Lansdown also slips as bid-inspired gains abate but Avation soars as full year profits upgraded.

Related Companies: Hargreaves Lansdown (HL.) , QinetiQ Group (QQ.) , AJ Bell (AJB)

Another day and another round of takeover talk with Hargreaves Lansdown being eyed by private equity suitors. AJ Bell also advances on upbeat earnings news whilst QinetiQ upgrades its profit guidance, too.

Related Companies: Hargreaves Lansdown (HL.) , QinetiQ Group (QQ.) , AJ Bell (AJB)

Another day and another round of takeover talk with Hargreaves Lansdown being eyed by private equity suitors. AJ Bell also advances on upbeat earnings news whilst QinetiQ upgrades its profit guidance, too.

Related Companies: Marks & Spencer Group (MKS) , Superdry (SDRY) , RS Group (RS1)

Marks and Spencer jumps on significant profit turn around and RS Group slides lower as investors mull declining returns, whilst Superdry’s delisting plans receive a stellar reception leaving short sellers exposed.

Related Companies: Greencore Group (CDI) (GNC) , XP Power Ltd. (DI) (XPP) , SSP Group (SSPG)

Food producer Greencore soars as company focuses on margin not volume and XP Power jumps as US suitor swoops for a third time whilst SSP Group flounders as investors question rising debts.

Related Companies: Keywords Studios (KWS) , British Land Company (BLND) , Kainos Group (KNOS)

Keywords Studios surges as another London-listed tech firm looks set to be bought out by private equity, Kainos posts 14th consecutive year of growth and British Land sells down its remaining stake in Sheffield’s Meadowhall mall.

Related Companies: BT Group (BT.A) , Land Securities Group (LAND) , Fireangel Safety Technology Group (FA.)

BT Group continues to bask in yesterday’s well received earnings news and FireAngel jumps on clarity over getting a possible takeover across the line but Land Securities investors fail to find inspiration despite macroeconomic woes easing.

Related Companies: BT Group (BT.A) , Sage Group (SGE) , Future (FUTR)

BT Group sees share price surge higher amidst speculation of asset disposals and Future Group jumps after US revenues stabilise, but Sage slides despite revenues and profits ticking higher.

Related Companies: Experian (EXPN) , Keller Group (KLR) , Hunting (HTG)

Oil services company Hunting sees share price jump on news of significant contract win from Kuwait, Keller advances as pre-AGM trading statement upgrades profit forecast and Experian full year performance lands at top of expectations.

Related Companies: Vodafone Group (VOD) , On The Beach Group (OTB) , Currys (CURY)

Currys impressed this morning as sales performance improved after Christmas, whilst the reshaped Vodafone also found support from full yar earnings. On The Beach was however looking stranded as the cost of living crisis continues to bite.