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UK Financial Sector Gears Up for Busy Week (LLOY, NWG)
The financial and consumer goods sectors are poised for a bustling week ahead as several blue-chip companies in London are scheduled to release earnings updates
Bunzl Q3 Volume ‘Continued to be Weak’
Bunzl (LON: BNZL) shares fell over 1% at the start of Friday's session, not helped by a rating downgrade from Citi on Thursday. [stock_market_widget type="chart" template="lin
Boohoo shares fall amid leadership change, debt refinancing
Online fashion retailer Boohoo Group's (LON: BOO) shares declined in early Friday trading after a series of corporate announce
FTSE 100 Moves Up, Can We Expect a Retest of 8,400?
The FTSE 100 Index saw a cautious beginning to day slowly build a head of steam, with a 33 point gain (+0.4%) leaving many bulls wondering whether this will finally l
Entain Stock Faces Headwinds Amid Potential UK Gambling Tax Hike
Sports betting and gaming group Entain (LON: ENT) will face significant headwinds if the UK government considers a potential tax hike on the gambling industry, according to a note from Goldman Sachs.
N Brown Shares Surge After Agreeing Takeover
Simply Be and Jacamo owner N Brown Group (LON: BWNG) saw its shares soar more than 42% on Thursday after announcing it had reached an agreement on a recommended cash acquisition by Falcon 24 Topco Limited, a company owned and
Persimmon Shares (LON:PSN) Closing In On New Highs
In recent months, holders of Persimmon shares (LON: PSN) have witnessed a noteworthy increase in the company's price, which has added a further 2.8% in trading today, to bring YTD gains to an impressive 23.98%. The UK-based h
Tesco and Shell Secure UK Solar Project Output (TSCO, SHEL)
In a significant advancement for renewable energy sourcing in the United Kingdom, retail giant Tesco (LON: TSCO) and energy conglomerate Shell (LON: SHEL) have entered into long-term agreements for the entire output of a 373-
Unexpected Drop in UK Inflation Hints At Potential Rate Cuts, GBP Falls
In a surprising twist, UK inflation has declined to 1.7% in the year to September, signaling the lowest rate in over three and a half years. This development comes unexpectedly and could potentially set the stage for the Bank
UK Banking Stocks: Jefferies Bullish on ‘Unique Exposure’
Analysts at Jefferies are bullish on UK domestic bank, adjusting the price targets for Barclays (LON: BARC),
Marks & Spencer Shares’ (MKS) New 52 Week High As Price Target Raised
In a vote of confidence for the venerable British retailer, JPMorgan has raised its price target for Marks & Spencer shares (LON: MKS) from 360 to 425 GBp, maintain
Whitbread Shares Jump as Premier Inn Owner On Course to Deliver ‘Step Change’ in Profits, Margins, and Returns
Premier Inn owner Whitbread (LON: WTB) saw its shares jump over 4% on Wednesday after unveiling plans to significantly boost profits, margins, and shareholder returns over the next five years.
Is A BrewDog IPO Expected Anytime Soon?
There has been much speculation about a BrewDog IPO, and with many wondering when, or if it will happen, comments from a co-founder may provide some insight into what is a changing UK market.
NatWest Shares (LON:NWG) Gain Double Upgrade
Jefferies, the prominent investment banking firm, has changed its tune on NatWest (LON: NWG), upgrading the UK-based banking group from 'underperform' to 'buy.' This double upgrade from bearish to bullish in recommendation re
BAE Systems Secures $460M Army Contract
The defense sector has witnessed a significant development with BAE Systems being awarded a notable contract by the U.S. Army. The British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company BAE Systems (LON: BA) has secured
Compass Group Shares (LON:CPG) Hits New High, Continues to Outperform
Compass Group shares (LON:CPG) hit a new 52 week high of 2,493p in trading today, as the stock added 0.6% on the day so far. [stock_market_widget type="chart" template="candl
FTSE 100 Trading Down As Oil Weighs On Index – BP, Shell Notable Dips
Today's trading session has kicked off with the FTSE 100 index facing headwinds, down 0.48%, as declines in major oil companies and industrial metal miners, signal a
Ceres Power Shares: Down 17% in the Last Week, Analyst Cuts to Neutral
Ceres Power (LON: CWR) shares are down around 17% in the last week, not helped by a recent ratings downgrade from an analyst at Goldman Sachs. [stock_market_widget type="chart
Wise Shares Jump as Progress Continues ‘at Pace’
Shares in Wise Plc (LON: WISE) surged in early Tuesday trading following the release of the company's second-quarter trading update. [stock_market_widget type="chart" template
Breedon Share Price Target(LON: BREE) Raised at UBS to 485 with Bullish Outlook
UBS has updated its price target for Breedon Group shares (LON: BREE), signalling confidence in the company's financial trajectory and affirming a Buy rating on the shares. The adjusted target of 485
DP World Announces £1bn UK Investment
In a significant display of commitment to the UK market, DP World, owner of P&O Ferries, has confirmed plans to invest £1 billion in Britain. This announcement comes just days after the company was embroiled in a dispute
FTSE 100 Holding Firm, Entain Share Price (ENT) Falters On Gambling Tax Speculation
The FTSE 100, the leading index of UK shares, observed a marginal increase, starting the week with an three-point climb amid a significant week for economic data. How