The FTSE 100 started the week very strongly on Monday, July 1, 2024, with the index rising 0.73% to 8,223.65 just after the opening bell. On Friday, London’s blue-chip index declined 0.19%, falling 15.6 points lower to 8164.1

In an encouraging development for the UK, recent official figures have revealed that the economy experienced stronger growth than initially estimated in the first quarter of the year.

Analysts at Mizuho suggest that a Labour Party victory in the upcoming UK election would not adversely impact the British pound (GBP). The investment firm argued, in a note

Following recent guidance from U.S. health authorities on the administration of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines, shares of pharmaceutical companies took a hit. GlaxoSmithKline PLC (LON:GSK), a major vaccine manufac

Watches of Switzerland Group (LON: WOSG) saw profits decline in fiscal year 2024 (FY24) due to challenging market conditions. However, the company remains confident in its future, citing strong growth in the US and strategic

Fast-fashion giant Shein has confidentially filed for a potential IPO on the London Stock Exchange later this year, according to reports. Shein's initial plan was for a New

AstraZeneca share price (LON:AZN) took out a new all time high in today's trading session, before falling back to test the £125 mark. Giving up the gains to end the day 0.25% may not sound like a landmark day, but for those t

In a historic move for the UK investment sector, the Witan Investment Trust (LON: WTAN) has announced a merger with the Alliance Trust (LON: ATST), with aspirations to reach FTSE 100 status.

EnSilica shares (LON: ENSI) have been rebuilding after a period of uncertainty, with the last 5 months of gains (from Jan 25th close) amounting to 60%. With the 6 months preceding this run up amounting to 50% in losses, holde

NatWest shares (LON: NWG) gapped up this morning, opening at 312.8 having closed out yesterday's session at 310.3p. With the stock price up 0.6% through the early part of trading, we take a look at the support in the bank's s

Insurance services provider Phoenix Group (LON: PHNX) announced Wednesday that it intends to explore a potential sale of its SunLife Limited business. SunLife is a leading

Doordash (NASDAQ: DASH) reportedly showed interest in acquiring Deliveroo (LON: ROO) last month, according to Reuters (citing sources), but discussions ended due to disagreements on valuation.

Funding Circle shares (LON: FCH) bounced in the early part of trading, at one point hitting a round 100p and setting new multi year highs. Having gained almost 15% early, some of the gains have been given back through the day

The Global fashion retailer Shein has taken a significant step towards its financial future by confidentially filing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange

Lancaster Investment Management, a shareholder in Hargreaves Lansdown (LON: HL.), published an open letter expressing concerns about the takeover bid from a private equity consortium led by CVC Capital Partners.

On Tuesday, Land Securities Group PLC (LON: LAND) announced the completion of a £120 million acquisition of a 17.5% stake in Bluewater, a leading UK retail destination. This increases Landsec's ownership to 66.25%.

The relationship between the Labour Party and the United Kingdom's banking sector is undergoing a notable shift. Led by Keir Starmer, the Labour Party has extended an olive branch to banks, indicating a desire for stability a

Prudential shares (LON: PRU) were one of the big gainers on the London stock exchange today, as the price closed up more than 7% on news of a hefty stock buyback.

In a significant move in the financial industry, Experian (LON: EXPN) and Virgin Money (LON: VMUK) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing Virgin Money's digital customer experience. This collaboration repre

In a resounding show of commitment to the London market, GSK PLC (LON: GSK) has made it clear that the company is staunchly behind keeping its primary stock listing in

The FTSE 100 started the week cautiously. On Monday, June 24, 2024, the index initially fell around 0.1% to 8,229.75. On Friday, London’s blue-chip index declined by 0.42%, falling over 34 points lower at 8237.72. Elsewhere,

THG PLC (LON: THG) announced a major partnership with Frasers Group (LON: FRAS) on Monday, which encompasses several areas to strengthen both companies' offerings. The agre

The RELX share price (LSE:REL) has continued to take out new highs in recent days, with the latest mark of 3,622 representing both 52 we