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IG Group gains from August’s market turmoil
Spread-betting specialist IG Group has reported a 15% increase in revenue for its first quarter. This was driven by increased trading activity, as customers tried to take advantage the market turmoil that occurred in August.
The FTSE 250…
BoE is urged to increase the sale of short-dated Gilts in order to boost market liquidity
Investors say that the Bank of England, when it announces its plans to reduce the size of the balance sheet in the coming week, should expand the types of bonds it offers to increase market liquidity.
In the last two-and-a half years,…
Telecoms services provider eyes a move upmarket
Gamma Communications, after reporting strong results for the first half of the year, is considering moving to London's main stock exchange.
Aim's telecoms services provider, with its size, could join the FTSE 250 Mid-Cap Share Index.…
Wilson report: UK capital market needs to be revamped in order to attract £1tn worth of investment
According to Sir Nigel Wilson, a City grandee, the UK must overhaul its capital market to attract £1tn in investment over the next decade for housebuilding, infrastructure, and new start-ups.
His report published on Friday stated that…
Electric Car Mandate Squeezes Ford and Vauxhall Market Share to Historic Lows
The UK's zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate is significantly disrupting the automotive industry, particularly affecting traditional brands like Ford and Vauxhall. These companies are witnessing a sharp decline in market share as they…
UK Property Market Poised for Active Autumn as Home Listings Reach 7-Year Peak
The UK housing market is gearing up for a bustling autumn season, fueled by the Bank of England's recent interest rate cut, the first since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to an analysis published by property website Zoopla on…
Vodafone Three Merger Could Leave Millions Unable to Find Cheaper Mobile Deals
A proposed £15 billion merger between Vodafone and Three UK aims to create the largest mobile phone operator in the country, potentially impacting up to 1 million Three customers who may struggle to find cheaper alternatives, according to…
Investors Flock to Bonds as Recession Fears Grip Markets
As fears of a recession grip global markets, investors are turning to bonds as a safe haven. More than $66 billion has poured into fixed income funds since the start of July, with US Treasuries and other highly rated debt staging a powerful…
Airbnb shares fall 12% after company flags a weakening US market
Vacation rental company Airbnb reported on Tuesday a second-quarter profit that was lower than Wall Street expectations, citing a weaker demand from US clients.
After the bell, shares of the company fell by about 12%.
Since the…
What is the impact of Japan’s turbulence on global markets?
Just two months earlier, the outlook for Japanese stocks had never been brighter. June Aitken stated that there was "a compelling argument for long-term investments into Japanese equities." The London-listed CC Japan Income and Growth Trust…
Shares of Arm Holdings, a chip designer, have fallen 39% in value but revenue has risen by 39%.
Chip designer Arm Holdings on Wednesday reported a stronger-than-expected 39% surge in quarterly revenue, and forecast fiscal second-quarter sales broadly in line with Wall Street estimates, yet its shares fell about 9% in extended trading.…
Market Insights: Weekend Bulletin Board Heroes – July 28
In this week's edition, we explore key market movements and trends across major indices and notable stocks. From the FTSE 100's breakout to insights on Bitcoin and gold, we provide a comprehensive analysis for investors looking to navigate…
Reckitt Brands to be Sold in Shake-up
Reckitt is considering selling its infant nutrition division and a portfolio that includes Air Wick, Cillit Bang and other home care brands as part of an overall restructuring of the largest consumer healthcare group in the world.…
Top tech investor says Nvidia’s market cap could reach $50tn in 10 years.
One of the world's most successful investors in technology said that chipmaker Nvidia may be worth more than $50tn over the next decade. This is greater than the current market value for the entire S&P 500.
James Anderson is best…
Nvidia shares slide wipes out more than $550bn of market value
Nvidia's market value has dropped by more than $500bn since it briefly became the most valuable company in the world last week. Shares fell nearly 7 per cent Monday.
Nvidia's value has dropped from $2.91tn to $2.91tn. This is a drop of…
Britvic must be tough: No Fruit Shoots for Carlsberg
Carlsberg has now corrected the omission from its £3bn+ bid for British (the UK soft drink firm that makes Robinsons barleywater, J2O and Tango, as well as R White's Lemonade).
In pursuit of their "beyond beers" strategy, the Danes did…
London Tunnels’ IPO plan is moved to Amsterdam, a blow to UK markets
London Tunnels has decided to list its company in Amsterdam instead of London, where it had planned to flotter in the capital.
The company wants to turn the Kingsway Exchange Tunnels, an 8,000 sq metre network under Holborn, central…
Investors say that Labour could borrow up to £100 billion more without causing a backlash on the UK…
Fund managers say that a new Labour government can raise additional money from the bond market for investments without creating a Liz Truss style gilts crisis.
If Labour wins the 4th of July election, the Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves…