UK construction falls further than forecast as cost burdens grow

The UK construction sector experienced ‘another challenging month’ in April, S&P Global reported on Thursday, as activity levels plummeted.

The headline seasonally adjusted S&P Global...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 10:02


WINNERS & LOSERS: S4 Capital hit by ‘client caution’; NAHL in profit

The following are the leading risers and fallers among London Main Market small-cap and AIM stocks on Thursday.

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Main Market small-cap winners

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Cizzle Biotechnology PLC, up 17%...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:55


M&G posts Asset Management inflows driven by strong Wholesale showing

M&G PLC on Thursday said it has made a ‘strong start to 2026,’ as it reported net inflows in its asset management business.

The London-based...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:49


Retail aids first quarter growth at Hiscox with savings plan on track

Hiscox Ltd on Thursday said the outlook for 2026 is ‘positive’ as it reported accelerating growth in its retail business.

Shares in the Bermuda-based insurance...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:36


LONDON BROKER RATINGS: Citigroup raises AJ Bell to ’neutral’

The following London-listed shares received analyst recommendations on Thursday morning and on Wednesday:

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FTSE 100

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Morgan Stanley cuts Relx to ’equal-weight’ - price target 2,970 pence

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Deutsche...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:21


British Gas-owner Centrica buys Welsh power station for £370 million

Centrica PLC on Thursday reported ‘good progress’ on its strategy and said it has completed the purchased of a power station in North Wales.

Centrica said...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:18


Early market roundup: Stocks open mixed as Brent oil price falls

Stock prices opened mixed in London on Thursday as investors await UK construction purchasing managers’ index data; meanwhile gold continued to rise while Brent oil...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:09


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


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