River UK Micro Cap beats comparative index; notes scope for reform

River UK Micro Cap Ltd on Friday announced a lower net asset value per share as it beat its comparative index, while noting a depressing...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 11:10

IN BRIEF: City of London Investment CEO sells 400,000 shares

City of London Investment Group PLC - London-based firm focused on close-ended funds - Chief Executive Tom Griffith sells 400,000 shares at £3.41, worth £1.4...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 11:08

UK tech takeover targets, a weakening labour market and the winter fuel payment u-turn

In this week’s episode of the AJ Bell Money and Markets podcast, Charlene Young and Danni Hewson unpack the latest UK jobs and retail sales...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 11:00

IN BRIEF: Gemfields rises $30 milion after equity rights issue

Gemfields Group Ltd - London-based miner and marketer of coloured gemstones - Raises $30 milion, about R 538.3 million, after equity rights issue. Receives acceptances for...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 10:58

Animalcare shares down as it invests £1.4 million in Australia

Animalcare Group PLC on Friday said it has acquired a 25% stake in Australian animal companion business InVetro Pty Ltd, with an option to grow...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 10:57

Why are investment trust discounts so high?

Some investment trusts are trading at bigger discounts than usual, with the average discount sitting at 14%, according to the AIC. But some trusts trade...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 10:47

AIM WINNERS & LOSERS: Renold backs £187 million takeover offer

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

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AIM - WINNERS

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Renold PLC, up 11% at 84.04 pence, 12-month range 35.19p-85.20p. Renold...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 10:26

Get ready for a ‘cruel summer of speculation’ ahead of the Budget

The Spending Review was chancellor Rachel Reeves’ last scheduled foray into the national limelight before the Budget in the autumn, and attention will now turn...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 10:25

AstraZeneca boosts China ties with up to $5.3 billion partnership

AstraZeneca PLC on Friday reported an AI-focused collaboration with Shijiazhuang City, China-based CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Ltd, boosting its existing presence in the country.

Focused on...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 10:19

SMALL-CAP WINNERS & LOSERS: Blencowe rises on graphite testing

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

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SMALL-CAP - WINNERS

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Blencowe Resources PLC, up 13% at 3.50 pence,...

Fri, 13/06/2025 - 10:04

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