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National Grid Shares Draw Mixed Analyst Calls as Valuation Concerns Rise
National Grid (LON: NG.) is facing a split on the analyst front this month, with a number of firms taking sharply different views
IP Group Share Discount Highlights Pfizer-Linked Upside, Says Edison
IP Group (LON: IPO) shares offer what Edison described in a note on Monday as a “compelling asymmetric return profile” due to the company’s exposure to future income streams from Metsera’s anti-obesity drugs, acquired by Pfiz
Babcock International Shares: Analyst Sees ‘Modest Upside’
Babcock International (LON: BAB) shares are in focus after Hargreaves Lansdown initiated coverage on the defence contractor, highlighting long-term growth drivers alongside some near-term risks.
FTSE 100 Drops as Oil Climbs and Gold Plunges
London equities slumped on Friday as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continued to rattle global markets. The FTSE 100 has so far dropped 1.5% in early trading, ex
GSK’s Ris-Rez Gains Orphan Drug Designation in Japan
GSK (LSE/NYSE: GSK) received a significant boost in its oncology pipeline as risvutatug rezetecan (Ris-Rez), a B7-H3-targeted antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), was granted Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) by Japan's Ministry of Hea
Cohort Shares Dip Despite £11.5M Contract Win
Cohort (LON: CHRT) shares are trading around 1.5% lower today despite the announcement that its subsidiary, EM Solutions, has secured a significant contract worth approximately £11.5 million (AU$21.7 million) to supply satell
Spire Healthcare Shares Plunge as Takeover Talks Collapse
Spire Healthcare Group plc (SPI) witnessed a sharp decline in its share price today, plummeting over 20% following the termination of takeover discussions with Bridgepoint and Triton. The market reacted negatively to the news
Marks & Spencer Share Price in Focus – Shore Capital Says Retailer ‘Back in Control’
Marks & Spencer (LON: MKS) shares are back under the spotlight after Shore Capital told clients in a recent note that the retailer is “back in control of its own destiny” heading into a crucial spring and summer trading p
FTSE 100 Bounces as Airline Stocks Rise, Oil Steadies
The FTSE 100 has risen 0.4% on Friday morning, recovering part of Thursday’s 2.4% drop as global markets attempted to stabilise. The FTSE 250 has gained 0.6%, while German
CAB Payments Shares Surge After Rejecting StoneX Takeover Bid
CAB Payments (LON: CABP) saw its shares jump 3.9% on Friday morning following the company's announcement that it has rejected an unsolicited, non-binding takeover proposal from StoneX Group Inc.
J D Wetherspoon Shares Plunge as Profit Falls
Shares of J D Wetherspoon PLC (JDW.L) experienced a sharp decline at the open on Friday, plummeting over 9% following the release of its interim results for the 26 weeks ended January 25, 2026.
Unilever Confirms Inbound Offer for Foods Business Amid Portfolio Review
Unilever (LON: ULVR) has acknowledged recent media speculation concerning a potential transaction involving its Foods division. The company’s board of directors affirmed i
Bunzl Shares Face Mixed Analyst Outlook After Latest Downgrade
Bunzl (LON: BNZL) shares have climbed 5.7% year to date but remain more than 26% lower over the past 12 months, as analysts continue to reassess the company’s outlook and pricing power.
Plus500 Shares Rise: Is the Stock Benefiting From Market Volatility?
Plus500 (LON: PLUS) shares have gained 2.5% over the past week, with analysts at Cavendish suggesting the stock is well-positioned to benefit from current market conditions.
BP Shares Gain Following Gelsenkirchen Refinery Sale Announcement
BP (LON: BP.) shares are trading higher today following the announcement of an agreement to sell its Gelsenkirchen refinery in Ge
Synthomer Shares Surge: Reaffirms Outlook Amid Refinancing Efforts
Synthomer (LON: SYNT) saw its share price jump on Thursday morning after the company provided a trading and refinancing update, confirming its performance expectations for the year ended December 31, 2025.
IG Group Shares Surge on Record Revenue, Announces Strategic Review
IG Group (LON: IG), a leading online trading platform, saw its shares jump to a new high of 1,477p following the release of i
FTSE 100 Index Continues Lower as Investor Worries Remain
The FTSE 100 fell 1.2% on Thursday morning as investor caution persisted across global markets. The
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
