UK Stock News
Orchard Funding Group Shares Surge: FY25 Earnings Seen Significantly Above Expectations
Orchard Funding Group (LON: ORCH) shares surged over 26% to 65p on Friday after the company announced that full-year 2025 earnings are expected to exceed current market expectations by more than 20%.
Halma, Diploma and Bunzl Shares – New Analyst Coverage (HLMA, DPLM, BNZL)
Kepler Cheuvreux has initiated coverage on three UK-listed industrial firms, taking a bullish view on Halma (LON: HLMA) and Diploma (LON: DPLM) while adopting a more cautious stance on Bunzl.
Bank of England Holds Rates Firm at 4.25% – What Comes Next?
In a decision that underscores the delicate balancing act facing central banks globally, the Bank of England (BoE) opted to hold its benchmark interest rate steady at 4.25% during its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting o
Hays Share Price Makes 52-Week Low Amid Profit Warnings and Economic Headwinds
Hays share price (LON:HAS) plummeted to a new 52-week low today, hitting 55.70p early before rallying somewhat through the day in closing at 63.10p, down 10.1%. This sharp drop underscores growing investor concerns about the
BT Share Price (BT.A) Hit’s New High As Bullish Sentiment Continues
BT Group share price (LON: BT.A) has recently achieved a notable milestone, reaching a 52-week high at 191.55p on what has otherwise been a risk-off day in markets. Today's 1% gain is testament to bullish sentiment that has b
Whitbread’s Premier Inn UK Sales Dip 2% Amid Challenging Market
Whitbread (LON: WTB) reported a 2% year-on-year decline in accommodation sales at its Premier Inn UK division in the first quarter, despite continuing to outperform the broader midscale and economy market.
Rathbones Shares Remain ‘Highly Undervalued’
Rathbones Group (LON: RAT) was initiated with a Buy rating by Bank of America, which sees significant upside potential for the UK wealth and asset manager. The bank s
British American Tobacco Share Price (LON: BATS) Smokes Past 52-Week High
British American Tobacco share price (LON: BATS) today hit a new 52 week high at 3,660p, and appears to be continuing to gain into the close after a 1.25% increase on the day.
Diageo Share Price Makes New 52 Week Low As Consumer Behaviour Shifts
Diageo's share price (LON:DGE) is facing a sobering reality as it plumbed to new 52-week lows, hitting 1,883, and currently trading at 1,900, down 0.65% on the day. This marks a significant downturn for a company historically
HSBC Shares Continue to Outperform – Firm Grapping With Workplace Policies
HSBC's share price (LON: HSBA) is currently trading at 870p on the London Stock Exchange, up 0.78% on the day. The banking giant is said to be grappling with evolving work
Analysts Turn Cautious on Bunzl as Share Price Decline Continues
RBC Capital downgraded Bunzl (LON: BNZL) to Sector Perform from Outperform on Tuesday, citing mounting industry concerns and increased competitive pressure. The firm also
Wise Shares: US Listing Expected to Be Positive in the Long-Term
Wise (LON: WISE) shares are expected to benefit in the long term from the company's decision to move its primary listing to the United States, according to analysts at Berenberg.
UK Trading Platforms – How Do Share Prices Stack Up? (IGG, PLUS, CMCX)
The landscape of online trading platforms in the UK is a dynamic and ever-evolving one, shaped by market volatility, regulatory pressures,
UK Mining Giants Stutter With Shares Under Pressure (RIO, BHP, GLEN)
The UK mining sector, a cornerstone of the FTSE 100, is currently navigating a complex landscape of fluctuating commodity prices, strategic realignments, and evolving
Ninety One Shares: Here’s What Could Push the Stock Even Higher
JPMorgan upgraded Ninety One (LON: N91) to Neutral from Underweight in a note on Tuesday, lifting its price target for the stock to 178p from 132p, citing signs of a potential turning point for the asset manager’s growth.
ITM Power Shares Continue to Surge: Company Selected For 2 UK Projects
ITM Power (LON: ITM) shares rose by almost 9% on Tuesday to 80p, extending a substantial rally over the past few months. Tuesday’s gain comes after the company announced it
FTSE 100 Start’s Week Positively as Oil Prices Settle Down
UK's May inflation report will provide critical insights into the global inflation landscape this week. A weaker-than-expected inflation print could offer some relief to the Bank of England (BoE), potentially paving the way f
Entain Shares Jump as it Lifts BetMGM FY25 Guidance
Entain (LON: ENT) shares jumped Monday after announcing an upgraded fiscal year 2025 guidance for BetMGM LLC, its joint venture with MGM Resorts International in North America.
Hochschild Mining Has ‘One of the Most Attractive Growth Profiles’
Hochschild Mining (LON: HOC) has been initiated with an "Outperform" rating by Scotiabank, which set a price target of 350p for the precious metals miner’s shares in a recent note.
Halma Shares: Analyst Remains Bearish Despite Better-Than-Expected Outlook
Jefferies raised its price target on Halma (LON: HLMA) shares to 2,490p from 2,140p in a note to clients this week following the company’s latest fiscal 2025 update, but the firm continues to rate the stock at “Underperform.”
FTSE 100: UK Stocks Fall As Middle East Tensions Rise
The FTSE 100 declined, alongside other European indices, on Friday morning after Israeli airstrikes on Iran, escalating tens
UK Energy Shares Gain as Defensive Names Prosper – BP, SHEL, HBR
The UK's energy sector remains a dynamic and often turbulent landscape for investors, buffeted by fluctuating commodity prices, evolving regulatory pressure
The Risk-Reward For BT Group Shares Is Now Skewed to the Upside
BT Group (LON: BT.A) shares are increasingly seen as favouring an upside trajectory, with JPMorgan adding the telecommunications giant to its Analyst Focus List. The
