Gilt yields unmoved on public sector borrowing shock, tech stocks boosted by Trump interest in AI, EasyJet falls, Wetherspoons’ subdued Christmas and Trainline faces state-backed rival threat

“The bond market hasn’t panicked about UK government borrowing shooting up to £17.8 billion,” says Russ Mould, Investment Director at AJ Bell.

“While the public...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 11:19


Irish producer price inflation accelerates to 3.3% on-year in December

Irish producer price index inflation sped up annually but slowed monthly in December, data published by the Central Statistics Office showed Wednesday.

The producer price...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 11:17


Colefax shares rise as ups dividend but warns on Trump tariffs

Colefax Group PLC on Wednesday said trading prospects in the US look favourable, but it noted uncertainty from the threat of higher import tariffs by...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 11:12


SMALL-CAP WINNERS & LOSERS: Triple Point Energy Transition goes dark

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

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SMALL-CAP - WINNERS

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Petra Diamonds Ltd, up 15% at 30 pence,...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 10:58


London-listed Blackrock funds sign deals with agitator Saba Capital

Two FTSE 250 investment trusts managed by Blackrock Inc on Wednesday signed deals with Saba Capital Management LP, amid spats between Saba and a number...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 10:45


PRESS: Rio Tinto thinks Trump will approve Arizona copper mine - FT

Rio Tinto PLC believes the administration of US President Donald Trump will give approval to a huge copper mine in Arizona that has been held...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 10:38


UK CMA boss stepped down over ‘different approach’, says chancellor

The chairman of the UK’s competition watchdog stepped down earlier this week because he had a ‘different strategic approach’ from the government, the chancellor has...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 10:37


IN BRIEF: Monks Investment Trust appoints Randeep Grewal as chair

Monks Investment Trust PLC - Edinburgh-based investment trust - Says Randeep Grewal will be appointed as chair at its annual general meeting on September 9....

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 10:36


AIM WINNERS & LOSERS: Revel Collective laments slow sales recovery

The following stocks are the leading risers and fallers on AIM on Wednesday.

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AIM - WINNERS

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Engage XR Holdings PLC, more than doubled at 1.675 pence, 12-month...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 10:35


Great Portland Estates secures £9million in leasing deals in quarter

Great Portland Estates PLC on Wednesday reinforced its positive outlook, following a strong leasing quarter.

Great Portland Estates is a commercial property company based in...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 10:21


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