Decline in UK construction activity slows as optimism jumps markedly

The slowdown in UK construction activity decelerated in January, survey results from S&P Global showed on Thursday.

The Hamburg Commercial Bank construction purchasing managers’ index rose...

Thu, 05/02/2026 - 09:45


BT says on track for full-year guidance despite weak third quarter

BT Group PLC on Thursday said it is on track for its annual guidance, despite lower revenue and adjusted earnings in its financial third quarter....

Thu, 05/02/2026 - 09:43


Compass first quarter supported by net new business and volume growth

Compass Group PLC on Thursday reaffirmed full-year guidance after reporting a ‘strong’ start to its financial year as increased volumes offset weaker prices.

The Chertsey, England-based...

Thu, 05/02/2026 - 09:40


Early market roundup: FTSE 100 down ahead of BoE decision; gold lower

Stock prices in London were lower on Thursday morning ahead of an interest rate decision by the Bank of England which is expected to leave...

Thu, 05/02/2026 - 09:21


Vodafone starts new €500 million share buyback as revenue rises

Vodafone Group PLC on Tuesday started a new €500 million share buyback programme, as it reported a rise quarterly revenue and earnings and maintained guidance.

Vodafone...

Thu, 05/02/2026 - 09:13


Shell leaves buyback unchanged but earnings slide amid lower oil price

Shell PLC on Thursday left its buyback unchanged but reported weaker earnings than forecast due to reduced oil prices and a softer contribution from its...

Thu, 05/02/2026 - 09:01


TRADING UPDATES: Naked Wines launches up to £1 million buyback

The following is a round-up of trading updates by London-listed companies, issued on Wednesday and not separately reported by Alliance News:

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B Hodl PLC - Douglas,...

Wed, 04/02/2026 - 18:34


Late market roundup: FTSE 100 hits new high as GSK, Entain climb

London’s blue chip index closed Wednesday in the green, with equities buoyed across a range of sectors, and as Entain shot up after its US...

Wed, 04/02/2026 - 17:07


BlackRock American Income outperforms benchmark amid AI enthusiasm

BlackRock American Income Trust PLC on Wednesday said the outlook for the US economy remains ‘broadly positive’, as it posted full-year gains in its net...

Wed, 04/02/2026 - 16:00


TRADING UPDATES: Futura Medical says 2025 revenue beats own guidance

The following is a round-up of updates by London-listed companies, issued on Wednesday and not separately reported by Alliance News:

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Aterian PLC - London-based critical mineral...

Wed, 04/02/2026 - 14:31


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