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Unilever and Kraft Heinz Held Food Merger Talks – FT
Unilever (LON: ULVR) and Kraft Heinz explored a potential merger of parts of their food portfolios, according to a report from
Testing Times Present an Opportunity in AB Dynamics Shares – Analyst
AB Dynamics (LON: ABDF) is navigating a challenging global autos market, but analysts at Zeus Capital argue that the current backdrop could work in the company’s favour. I
National Grid Shares Are Up 16% YTD, But UBS Turns Cautious
National Grid (LON: NG.) shares have rallied over the past year, rising 16% year to date and more than 35% over 12 months. But af
Softcat Shares Surge on Upbeat Earnings and Guidance
Softcat plc (SCT.L) shares have jumped over 7% on Wednesday morning following the release of its half-year results for the period ending January 31, 2026. The IT infrastru
Moonpig Jumps Over 7% on Buyback Announcement and Strong Profit Outlook
Moonpig Group plc (MOON) shares have jumped over 7% on Wednesday morning following the release of a trading update that highlighted continued strong profit performance and the announcement of a new £65 million share buyback p
Diploma Shares Surge on Upgraded FY26 Guidance
Shares in Diploma PLC (LON: DPLM) are surging following the release of a trading update that reflects strong trading performance and an upgraded financial outlook for fiscal year 2026.
FTSE 100, FTSE 250 Climb as Airline Stocks Rise
The FTSE 100 has risen 0.2% on Wednesday morning, while the
Primary Health Properties Shares: Investment Case is ‘Attractive’ Argues Analyst
Primary Health Properties (LON: PHP) delivered a strong set of full-year results, with analysts at Shore Capital highlighting an “attractive” investment case underpinned by scale, income growth and a resilient dividend profil
Analyst Sees Limited Upside for Aberdeen Group Shares
Aberdeen Group (LON: ABDN) shares may offer limited upside despite improving fundamentals, according to analysts at Cavendish, who told investors in a recent note that they remain cautious on the stock.
Unilever Shares Edge Lower: Report Says Company Considering Food Business Spin-Off
Unilever (LON: ULVR) shares have slipped around 0.8% on Wednesday, following a report from Bloomberg on Tuesday that the compan
Travis Perkins Shares Dip as Profit Declines Despite Strategic Progress
Travis Perkins (LON: TPK), the UK building materials distributor, reported its full-year results for 2025, revealing a dip in adjusted operating profit to £133 million, down from £152 million in 2024.
Ashtead Technology Shares Jump on Strong 2025 Results
Shares of Ashtead Technology Holdings (LSE: AT.) climbed over 3% early on Tuesday following the release of its full-year 2025 results, which showcased robust financial performance and a confident outlook for continued progres
Close Brothers Posts Operating Loss, Announces Job Cuts
Close Brothers Group (LON: CBG) released its half-year results for the period ending January 31, 2026, revealing an operating loss before tax of £65.5 million, an improvement from the £102.2 million loss in the same period la
FTSE 100 Edges Up as European Markets Trade Mixed
The FTSE 100 edged 0.1% higher on Tuesday morning, while the more domestically focused FTSE 250 slipped 0.1% as European markets deliver a mixed performance so far in the session. Germany’s DAX has dipped 0.13%, while France’
Clarkson Shares Seen as ‘Undemanding’ Despite Volatility, Price Target Raised
Clarkson (LON: CKN) remains well positioned to navigate ongoing disruption across global shipping markets, according to analysts at Zeus Capital, who lifted their valuation target following the group’s latest results.
Analyst Bullish on Reckitt Benckiser Shares Following Recent Decline
Reckitt Benckiser (LON: RKT) shares have come under pressure in recent weeks, falling more than 14% over the last month and leav
National Grid Shares Downgraded to Sell on Valuation Concerns
National Grid shares (LON:NG.) trade largely flat this morning at 1,371.50p on Monday morning despite a significant rating downgrade from UBS, which shifted its stance on the utility giant from Neutral to Sell. The Swiss investment bank raised its
Standard Life Delivers Strong FY 2025 Results
Standard Life plc (SDLF) reported robust full-year 2025 results, demonstrating strong operating momentum and significant progress against its three-year strategic plan. Th
Marshalls FY25 Profit Tumbles, Shares Rise 2.4%
Marshalls (LON: MSLH) saw its shares climb 2.4% following the release of its full-year results for the 12 months ended December 31, 2025. The diversified building products
SEGRO Shares Rise on Data Centre Expansion News
Shares in SEGRO (LON: SGRO) rose 1.7% on Monday morning following the announcement of significant progress in its data centre programme. The update highlights the company'
Liontrust Shares Jump 6% on River Global Acquisition Announcement
Liontrust Asset Management (LON: LIO) saw its shares jump 6% on Monday morning following the announcement of its proposed acquisition of River Global Holdings Limited (RGH).
FTSE 100 Gains Ground as BP and Shell Shares Climb
The FTSE 100 has risen 0.4% on Monday morning, showing resilience despite persistent investor concerns over the conflict in the Middle East. The FTSE 250 also inched highe
M&G Share Price: HL Believes 2026 Profit Acceleration Supports Valuation
Full-year results from M&G (LON: MNG) drew a negative market reaction on Thursday, before a slight rebound in the company's shares on Friday despite earnings landing ahead of expectations.
