Ashtead Group (LON: AHT) reported a mixed performance for the half-year and second quarter ended October 31, 2025. While revenue saw a slight increase, profit figures declined, raising concerns among markets. The company is r

Restore plc (AIM:RST), the UK's leading provider of secure and sustainable business services, has announced it is on track to deliver a strong FY25 performance and has raised its outlook for FY26, driven by positive momentum

British American Tobacco (LON: BATS) is on track to meet its full-year 2025 targets, reaffirming its 2026 guidance and unveiling a substantial £1.3 billion share buy-back program. This announcement signals confidence in the c

Vodafone shares (LON:VOD) are moving higher today, 1.17% to the good at 95p, as the stock moved within touching distance of its 52-week high early in the session. The uptick follows a recent upgrade from Barclays, putting bul

M&G Plc shares are moving lower this morning after JPMorgan downgraded the stock, signalling a shift in sentiment following a period of robust outperformance. The adjustment comes with a more cautious outlook on the Euro

Rotork PLC (LON: ROR) experienced a decline in share value this morning, driven by a downgrade from Morgan Stanley that adjusted the firm's rating to 'Equal Weight'. The company was not alone, with the adjustment reflecting a

AstraZeneca (LON:AZN) shares climbed 0.78% to 13,698 this morning following JPMorgan's decision to increase its price target to 16,000 GBp from 14,000 GBp. The firm reaffirmed its "Overweight" rating on the shares and include

Admiral Group's shares (LON:ADM) experienced a downturn this morning, trading 1.67% lower, following a downgrade from JPMorgan. The revision reflects a broader, less optimistic outlook for the European insurance sector in 202

The FTSE 100 has slipped 0.1% on Monday morning, tracking a subdued start across European markets.  While the FTSE 100 is not too far off its highs, it is currently fa

Greggs (LON: GRG) shares surged more than 5% on Friday after JPMorgan initiated coverage with an Overweight rating, offering a rare bright spot in what has otherwise been a difficult year for the bakery chain. 

Shares in Shell (LON: SHEL) and BP (LON: BP.) slipped on Monday, with Bank of America having cut its ratings on both oil majors last week, warning that weaker commodity prices and fading refining margins could leave the secto

Big Technologies plc (AIM: BIG), a prominent player in electronic monitoring solutions, has announced a series of positive developments, signaling a strong trajectory for 2026. The company's recent trading update highlights n

Unilever PLC (LON: ULVR) finalized the demerger of its ice cream division on Saturday, December 6, 2025, creating The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. (TMICC). Trading in TMI

Smith+Nephew (LSE: SN, NYSE: SNN) has announced its new strategic plan, RISE, aimed at significantly accelerating financial and operational performance, and driving shareholder value.

Oxford Nanopore Technologies (LSE: ONT) announced the appointment of Francis Van Parys as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 2, 2026. Van Parys succeeds Gordon Sangh

Shell's share price (LON:SHEL) has pulled back 1.5% today to 2,757.50 following some mixed signals from analysts, as the debate about its future prospects in a dynamic energy market continue. JPMorgan increased its price target on the day,

BP's share price (LON:BP) is under pressure today, 2.33% lower following a downgrade by Bank of America (BofA)  to "Underperform". The bearish move reflects concerns over anticipated declines in oil and gas prices and shrinking refining margins, w

The FTSE 100 rose 0.2% in early Friday trading, supported by broader strength across European markets. The pan-European Stoxx 600 also gained 0.2%, while Germany’s DAX advanced 0.5%. 

Goldman Sachs cut its rating on NatWest (LON: NWG) shares to Neutral from Buy in a note on Thursday, even as the bank is expected to remain among the sector’s strongest performers in the years ahead. 

1Spatial plc (LON: SPA), a global leader in Location Master Data Management (LMDM) software and solutions, has been awarded a significant five-year contract to support the National Underground Asset Register (NUAR) project.

Halma plc (LON: HLMA), the global group of life-saving technology companies, today announced the acquisition of E2S Group Ltd (E2S) for a cash consideration of £230 million, funded from existing facilities.

Ocado Group plc (LON: OCDO) and Kroger have reached an agreement resulting in a one-off cash payment of $350 million to Ocado. The payment compensates Ocado for Kroger's s

Unilever PLC (LON: ULVR) has announced the completion of the demerger of its ice cream business, The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. (TMICC), slated for December 6, 2025. Th