InterContinental Hotels confirms outlook as China growth accelerates

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC on Thursday reported ‘very strong’ trading in the first quarter of the year, saying any hit to travel and hotel stays...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:03


Shell ups dividend, trims buyback as oil price strength boosts profit

Shell PLC on Thursday rejigged its shareholder returns, as it reported higher first quarter profits, placing more emphasis on growing dividends while slowing the pace...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 08:58


Coca-Cola HBC backs earnings view after ‘strong’ quarterly volume rise

Soft drink bottler Coca-Cola HBC AG on Thursday backed its annual guidance, after a ‘good start to the year’.

Shares in the firm fell 3.9% to...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 08:51


BAE Systems backs 2026 guidance after ‘strong’ showing so far

BAE Systems PLC on Thursday maintained its yearly guidance with its outlook aided by ‘increased defence spending’.

The London-based defence contractor, in a trading update...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 08:41


IN BRIEF: Tharisa signs five-year underground mining contract

Tharisa PLC - Cyprus-headquartered platinum miner - Says it has concluded a five-year underground mining contract with Cementation Africa Pty Ltd. The contract covers the...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 08:02


UK PM Starmer faces judgment day as millions head to polling stations

UK Prime Minister Starmer is facing his own judgment day at the ballot box as millions head to polling stations to cast their vote in...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 06:46


Flutter shares rise despite guidance cut as FanDuel CEO ousted

Flutter Entertainment PLC on Wednesday reported higher first quarter revenue but cut 2026 guidance, citing in part ‘unfavorable first quarter sports results’.

Shares in the New...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 22:27


IN BRIEF: Ramsdens lifts profit view but notes gold price volatility

Ramsdens Holdings PLC - Stockton on Tees, England-based financial services provider and pawnbroker - Now expects pretax profit for the year to September 30 of...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 21:01


IN BRIEF: Anglesey Mining announces board changes as CEO Marsden steps down

Anglesey Mining Plc - UK-based mineral exploration and development company - On Wednesday announces changes to its executive board. Chief Executive Officer Rob Marsden will...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 19:54


IN BRIEF: Hunting executive sells over £250,000 in shares

Hunting PLC - London-based provider of equipment and engineering services to the oil and gas industry - Managing Director of Asia Pacific Daniel Tan sells...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 18:17


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