UK Stock News
Marston’s Shares Jump as LFL Sales Growth ‘Ahead of Market’
Marston's (LON: MARS) saw its shares surge over 6% in early Tuesday trading after reporting strong financial results for the 52 weeks ended September 28, 2024. [stock_market_w
UK Housing Market Sees Boost, Mortgage Demand Hits Two-Year Peak
The UK housing market is having a strong end to the year, with mortgage approvals for house purchases in October hitting a two-year high. Rising to approximately 68,300, this surge in mortgage approvals has surpassed economis
Anglo American Shares: Analyst Sees Value Following Restructuring Progress
Anglo American (LON: AAL) received a bullish endorsement from Jefferies analyst Christopher LaFemina on Friday, who upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. [stock_market_widget t
Argo Blockchain raises £4.2m Through Subscription by Institution
Bitcoin miner Argo Blockchain (LON: ARB) announced Monday that it has successfully raised £4.2 million through a subscription of its ordinary shares by an institution. [stock_
FTSE 100 Ends Week & Month in Green Territory; Anglo American and THG Notable Gainers
The FTSE 100, London's premier stock index, experienced a marginal gain of 0.07% to close at 8,287.30 in the afternoon trading session on Friday. The index gained 0.3
ABC Technologies to Acquire TI Fluid Systems in £1bn Deal
ABC Technologies announced Friday that it has agreed on a deal to acquire TI Fluid Systems (LON: TIFS) for approximately £1 billion. [stock_market_widget type="chart" template
Boohoo ‘Core Brands Continuing to Decline’
In a note this week, online fashion retailer Boohoo (LON: BOO) was downgraded by Jefferies to "Hold" from "Buy," citing ongoing challenges with its core brands. [stock_market_
Cranswick Shares (LON: CWK) Fall as Analyst Increases Price Target, But Cuts Rating
Cranswick plc shares (LON: CWK), listed on the London Stock Exchange under the symbol CWK experienced a 0.8% drop today, trading at 4,950 having closed out the previou
FTSE 100 Tests 8,300 – Direct Line Flying on Aviva’s Takeover Rejection
The London stock exchange is experiencing a solid start to trading today, with the FTSE 100 index advancing 0.26%, having earlier tested 8,300. The intraday high so f
Dr. Martens Shares Jump Despite H1 Loss, YoY Revenue Decline
Shares of iconic footwear brand Dr. Martens (LON: DOCS) rallied more than 13% Thursday despite the company reporting a £28.7 million pre-tax loss for the first half of FY25, compared to a £25.8 million profit in the same peri
Tesco, Sainsbury Shares Climb Following JPMorgan Upgrades
Tesco (LON: TSCO) and Sainsbury (LON: SBRY) shares gained more than 2% Thursday after JPMorgan issued double
FTSE 100 Rallies into Close on Volatile Day for UK Markets
The FTSE 100 rallied into the close, ending up 0.24% at 8,278 after earlier moving red on the day. Volatility is the word of the day, as various stocks also made gree
Aston Martin Shares (AML) Hit New Low on Profit Warning and Funding Quest
Aston Martin's shares (LON: AML) have hit a new 52 week low in trading today, as the iconic luxury car manufacturer continues to n
Just Eat Takeaway Shares (JET) Dip as London Delisting Moves Closer
Shares of Just Eat Takeaway (LON: JET) witnessed a downturn on Tuesday as the company announced plans to delist from the London Stock Exchange. The JET price has trimmed 1.
Kingfisher Share Targets Cut After Latest Update
Analysts cut their price targets for Kingfisher (LON: KGF) following a disappointing Q3 trading update and a lowered profit forecast for FY25. [stock_market_widget type="chart
EasyJet Shares Rally After ‘Record Summer’
EasyJet (LON: EZJ) shares rallied Wednesday after the airline revealed a 34% increase in annual profits, driven by a "record summer." [stock_market_widget type="chart" templat
Halfords Shares (LON: HFD) Up Big, Firm Eyeing Expansion as Profits Rise
Halfords shares (LON: HFD) are on the move today, up by 12%, following the release of their first-half profit results which outstripped market expectations. The company additionally unveiled ambitious plans to enlarge its 'Fu
Lloyds Shares Dip as Group Announces New 185M Listing
In a significant development for investors, Lloyds Banking Group PLC has disclosed its intention to block list a substantial number of shares on the London Stock Exchange. The proposed listing consists of 185 million ordinary
Crest Nicholson, Barratt Redrow: Jefferies Highlights ‘Compelling Risk/Reward’
In a note to clients this week, Jefferies took a bullish stance on UK housebuilders Crest Nicholson and Barratt Redrow, upgrading both stocks to “Buy” from “Hold” as it identifies attractive opportunities amidst market challe
JD Sports Shares: Analysts Cautious Following Q3 Update
JD Sports Fashion (LON: JD.) has faced a more cautious reception after its Q3 trading update, with both Deutsche Bank and JPMorgan tempering their outlooks on the retail giant in recent research notes.
Barclays Shares (LON: BARC) Up as FCA Fine Comes in at £40M
Barclays shares (LON: BARC) are up 2.26% today, closing in on the 52 week high after the British banking giant pushed year-to-date gains up to an impressive 69.47%. News of the bank being fined £40 million by the UK's Financi
FTSE 100 Challenging 8,300 as New US Treasury Secretary Appointed
London's stock market made solid gains to begin the week, with the FTSE 100 index rising 0.39% to 8,294 by early afternoon. Market sentiment has been buoyed by the ap
Anglo American to Sell Steelmaking Coal Business to Peabody Energy
Anglo American (LON: AAL) announced Monday that it has agreed to sell its entire steelmaking coal business to Peabody Energy for up to $3.8 billion. [stock_market_widget type=
