Why financial markets have been front page news this week

It’s been an eventful week across financial markets amid a sell-off in government bonds, a decline in the value of the pound against...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 14:16


CORRECT: Eurowag confident after first-half profit multiplies

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Wag Payment Solutions PLC on Thursday said performance improved in the first half of 2025 and backed its full-year growth target.

The...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 13:37


essensys hails annual improvement despite customer churn, revenue drop

essensys PLC on Thursday said it has returned to profitability as planned in 2025, with full-year performance forecast in line with guidance.

The London-based software...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 13:28


Eco Buildings shares climb on €2 million deal and new loan note

Eco Buildings Group PLC on Thursday announced a new construction contract in Tirana, and a £300,000 loan to support funding.

In response, shares in Eco Buildings...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 13:26


Block Energy reports ‘major step’ as it closes farmout negotiations

Block Energy PLC on Thursday saw it shares surge as it reported the conclusion of negotiations for the farmout of licence XIQ.

Shares in Block...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 12:52


Speedy Hire sticks to outlook despite subdued markets

Speedy Hire PLC on Thursday said trading is in line with expectations, as it pointed to subdued market conditions but expressed confidence in a stronger...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 12:48


Oxford BioDynamics EpiSwitch Cirt results show clinical utility

Oxford BioDynamics PLC on Thursday said it is planning to apply for inclusion into the National Comprehensive Cancer Network clinical guidelines, as it reported the...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 12:24


UK firms axe jobs at fastest pace for almost four years, survey finds

UK businesses cut jobs at the fastest pace for almost four years in August amid pressure from higher taxes and labour costs, figures show.

The Bank...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 12:24


Vertu highlights ‘strong’ aftersales arm as profit forecast steady

Vertu Motors PLC on Thursday predicted full-year profit in line with guidance for its current financial year.

For the 12 months ending February 28, Vertu expects...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 12:16


Funding Circle turns to interim profit; hails AI powered credit models

Funding Circle Holdings PLC on Thursday said it had a ‘clear platform for further growth’ as it posted a rise in revenue and a swing...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 12:13


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