UK Stock News
Jet2 Stock Tumbles: Expects EBIT at Lower End of Range Amid Shifting Booking Trends
Jet2 (LON:JET2) shares plunged by more than 23% on Thursday after the company said it anticipates its EBIT to land towards the lower end of the consensus range. The curren
Vertu Motors Sees Strong Aftersales Performance, New Car Market Impacted By Zero Emissions Mandate
Vertu Motors (LON:VTU) anticipates full-year FY26 adjusted profit before tax to align with current market consensus, despite a challenging new car market. The company said
Genus Stock Soars as Full-Year Profit Jumps
Shares of Genus plc (LON:GNS) rose sharply on Thursday after the animal genetics company reported a 24% increase in adjusted pre-tax profit, reflecting strong trading momentum and strategic progress across its business lines.
Currys Shares Surge: Announces New Share Buyback Amid Solid Trading Update
Currys (LON:CURY) shares surged at the open on Thursday after the company released a trading update for the 17 weeks ended August 30, 2025, showcasing a strong start to the year and the commencement of a new £50 million share
Premier African Minerals Navigates Leadership Transition: Executive Director Appointed
Premier African Minerals (LON: PREM) announced a shift in its leadership structure. Graham Hill has been appointed as an executive director, effective immediately, following standard regulatory checks and his prior engagement
Hilton Foods Shares Plunge Despite ‘Robust Performance’
Hilton Foods (HFG.L) today announced its interim results for the 26 weeks ended June 29, 2025, highlighting a challenging economic landscape. The company reported revenue
BP Shares Gain on Upgrade, But Underlying Concerns Linger
BP's (LON:BP.) stock rose over 2% on Tuesday following an upgrade by Morgan Stanley, yet a deeper examination reveals persistent anxieties surrounding the energy giant's strategic direction and market vulnerabilities.
Barclays Share Price Target Raised to 420p
With Barclays (LON: BARC) shares rising this year, the stock has attracted increased attention from financial analysts, resulting in upward revisions of price targets and improved investor confidence.
Ashtead Q1 Profit Narrows, Firm on Track for NYSE Relisting
Ashtead Group (LON:AHT), the equipment rental company, saw its shares rise on Wednesday morning despite reporting a slight dip in first-quarter profit for the period ended July 31, 2025.
Watches of Switzerland Shares Surge: Confirms Strong Trading; On Track to Meet FY26 Expectations
Watches of Switzerland (LON:WOSG) shares surged at the open on Wednesday after it announced a trading update, confirming that performance is in line with expectations for the 18 weeks leading up to August 31, 2025.
M&G H1 Results: Profit Mises Consensus Estimate Despite Strong Net Flows
M&G plc (LON:MNG) shares fell around 3% in early Wednesday trading despite delivering a robust set of half-year results for 2025, highlighted by a significant turnaround in net flows from open business, as its adjusted op
Unite Group Shares Hit Lowest Level In Years, Remain ‘Top Pick’ At Morgan Stanley
Unite Group shares (LON: UTG) have fallen 3% today, hitting the lowest level in years at 680.94p off the back of what has been a difficult period for holders. The company,
Segro Shares Downgraded: Could Sentiment Turn From Here?
Shares of SEGRO plc (LON: SGRO) face continued headwinds despite signals suggesting a potential shift in market sentiment. The stock has experienced a series of analyst downgrades reflecting concerns about the company's finan
Journeo plc Expands Infrastructure Protection Capabilities with CFDS Acquisition
Journeo plc, a provider of information systems and technical services, has completed the acquisition of Crime and Fire Defence Systems Limited (CFDS), a specialist in physical and cyber security solutions for critical nationa
Harbour Energy Shares (LON:HBR) Gain a New Bull in JPMorgan
Harbour Energy shares (LON:HBR) are down 0.7% today, despite receiving a boost as JPMorgan initiated coverage with an "Overweight" rating, projecting a potential 31% upside.
British American Tobacco Shares Downgraded to Underperform, Despite Outperforming
British American Tobacco (LON:BATS) experienced a pullback in its share price today, reflecting investor concerns following a downgrade and a series of unsettling developments. BATS shares are currently trading down 1.83% tod
JD Wetherspoon Shares (LON:JDW) In Correction: BBPA Warns of UK Pub Closures
JD Wetherspoon shares (LON:JDW) are now trading in correction territory, down 1.93% today, and 15% off recent highs recorded in late July. This pullback leaves holders of JDW with a year-to-date gain of 12.5%.
Could a Rolls-Royce SMR IPO Unlock Further Upside In Shares? Price Target Raised
Rolls-Royce shares (LON: RR) are down 2% today, giving back some of yesterday's 2.8% gain that followed reports that the company is considering an IPO for its small modular reactor (SMR) business, sending ripples through the
Shaftesbury Capital Shares Downgraded as Morgan Stanley Sees Sector-Level Performance
Shaftesbury Capital shares (LON:SHC) are trading 3.87% lower today, experiencing a shift in market sentiment following a downgrade by Morgan Stanley, suggesting a potential alignment with the broader sector's performance afte
BT Price Target Raised, Analyst Releases Bearish Note on Shares (LON:BT-A)
BT Group shares (LON:BT.A) are down 1.46% today, with the price dipping below the 210p level as a mixed piece of analyst news creates a few questions in the market. The sh
Glencore Faces Potential Job Cuts at South African Ferrochrome Venture
Glencore (LON:GLEN) is currently engaged in consultations regarding potential job cuts at its South African ferrochrome venture with Merafe Resources, impacting the Boshoek and Wonderkop smelters, according to reports on Mond
Tesco Shares Put on Positive Catalyst Watch Ahead of Earnings
Despite a more than 2% decline on Tuesday, Tesco's (LON:TSCO) shares received a boost on Monday, driven by JP Morgan's decision to place the stock on "Positive Catalyst Watch" ahead of the upcoming earnings report due on Octo
Centrica Extends Lifespan of Two UK Nuclear Power Stations
Centrica (LON:CNA) announced life extensions for two of its UK nuclear power stations, Heysham 1 and Hartlepool. Centrica shares, which are down around 2% so far in Tuesda