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Standard Chartered profit rises in ‘record first quarter’

Standard Chartered PLC on Thursday reported increased earnings for the first quarter, although it still expects full-year income at the lower end of its forecast...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 10:48


Unilever’s underlying sales growth beats hopes led by Emerging Markets

Unilever PLC on Thursday reported better-than-hoped underlying sales growth, despite a drop in overall revenue, with Emerging Markets and Power Brands performing well.

The London-based...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 10:46


Weir reaffirms full-year outlook as CEO steps down

Weir Group PLC on Thursday reaffirmed full-year guidance against a supportive commodity pricing backdrop, whilst noting that its chief executive will step down in August....

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 10:42


United Utilities shares rise as launches £800 million share offer

Shares in United Utilities Group PLC rose on Thursday after it reported sharply higher annual results, expanded its investment programme, and launched a £800 million...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 10:04


DCC shares fall as rebuffs KKR consortium’s takeover bid

DCC PLC on Thursday said it had rejected a takeover approach from a consortium led by Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co LP on the basis...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 10:00


Rolls Royce sticks with 2026 outlook despite Middle East disruption

Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC on Thursday said full-year guidance remains unchanged despite the Middle East crisis, as it reported a ‘strong start to the year across...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 09:59


Cost of Iran oil crisis to UK drivers hits milestone of £2 billion

The Iran oil crisis has cost UK drivers £2 billion through higher fuel prices in just over a month, according to new analysis.

Motoring research charity...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 09:56


Glencore backs 2026 targets, expects commodity prices to offset costs

Glencore PLC on Thursday backed its full-year production guidance, with commodity pricing expected to boost margins amid ‘dislocations’ in global markets as a result of...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 09:52


LONDON BROKER RATINGS: UBS, Goldman and Citi say ’buy’ Lloyds Banking

The following London-listed shares received analyst recommendations Thursday morning and on Wednesday:

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FTSE 100

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Peel Hunt raises Antofagasta to ’hold’ (reduce) - price target 3,305 (3,155) pence

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Goldman...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 09:33


Early market call: London stocks higher as all eyes on Bank of England

Stock prices in London were higher on Thursday morning, the last day of April filled with trading updates and earnings releases as well as statistical...

Thu, 30/04/2026 - 09:32


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