Merchants Trust raises quarterly payout but asset value declines

Merchants Trust PLC on Tuesday said net asset value fell in its latest half year amid a climate of ‘aggressive’ rate hikes, but increased its...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 10:06


Redde Northgate hails ‘strong’ start, demand in new financial year

Redde Northgate PLC, ahead of its annual general meeting on Tuesday, reported a ‘strong’ start to its financial year.

The Darlington, England-based commercial vehicle hire firm...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:58


SMALL-CAP WINNERS & LOSERS: MGC Pharma drops on restructuring plan

The following stocks are the leading risers and fallers among London Main Market small-caps on Tuesday.

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SMALL-CAP - WINNERS

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Synthomer PLC, 805.81 pence, multiplied from 40.30p, 12-month...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:52


TOP NEWS: Smiths Group annual profit and revenue beats expectations

Smiths Group PLC on Tuesday reported annual profit and revenue slightly ahead slightly ahead of market forecasts.

Smiths Group shares were 0.7% higher at 1,678.50 pence...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:52


British Land notes achieving leasing above estimated recovery value

British Land Co PLC on Tuesday said it achieved leasing across the portfolio over a five-month period 13% ahead of estimated recovery value.

In the...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:49


BP signs deal with Harmony Energy to optimise battery projects

BP PLC on Tuesday said it has signed a deal with battery storage investment firm Harmon Energy Income Trust PLC to provide physical power trading...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:47


Miners drag FTSE 100 lower amid China concerns, Moody’s warns on US credit rating, AG Barr fizzes higher, ASOS turnaround hit by soggy trading and Card Factory eyes tough Christmas ahead

“The FTSE 100 was a touch lower on Tuesday morning despite US markets breaking their recent losing streak as concerns over China hit the index’s...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:47


TOP NEWS: Close Brothers profit halved by Novitas Loans provision

Close Brothers Group PLC on Tuesday raised its dividend despite profit halving in its recent financial year due to a provision for its shuttered litigation...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:47


TOP NEWS: PZ Cussons revenue surges but profit drops on rising costs

PZ Cussons PLC on Tuesday said annual profit declined despite a jump in revenue, and the consumer goods company added that it expects to meet...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:45


TOP NEWS: AG Barr first half profit up on rising revenue, ups dividend

AG Barr PLC on Tuesday said profit rose in its first half period from a year earlier alongside revenue, boosting its dividend payout to shareholders.

The...

Tue, 26/09/2023 - 09:33


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