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TRADING UPDATES: One Health says hub construction starts ‘imminently’

The following is a round-up of earnings and trading updates by London-listed companies, issued on Monday and not separately reported by Alliance News:

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Panther Metals PLC...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 19:03


SolGold shareholders approve £867 million Jianxi takeover

SolGold PLC on Monday said its shareholders largely approved its pending takeover by Jianxi Copper Company Ltd.

The Birmingham, England-based Ecuador-focused gold and copper miner said...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 17:17


Late market roundup: Stocks mixed amid new US tariff concerns

The FTSE 100 closed lower on Monday, as concerns about US trade policy offset strong performances from mining firms.

The FTSE 100 index closed down...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 17:12


Smarter Web acquires Squarebird for £1.7 million in equity and cash

The Smarter Web Company PLC on Monday announced it had acquired Bristol-based web design and digital marketing agency Squarebird, noting its profitability and client relationships.

The...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 16:19


Chariot launches open offer, notes solar deal for subsidiary

Chariot Ltd on Monday reported a new deal for an electricity trading company in which it holds interest, alongside plans to raise up to £3...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 14:40


IN BRIEF: Synectics hails agreement with Asian government department

Synectics PLC - Sheffield, England-based provider of advanced security and surveillance systems - Hails ‘ongoing new business momentum’ as it secures new contracts which it...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 14:26


US tariffs are ‘here to stay’ - Bank of England rate-setter Taylor

US tariffs are ‘here to stay’ and could lead to shockwaves across the economy for ‘many years’, a Bank of England policymaker has warned.

Alan Taylor,...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 14:17


CORRECT: BAE Systems lifts dividend with ‘heightened’ defence backdrop

(Corrects pretax profit and revenue figures for 2024).

BAE Systems PLC on Wednesday reported higher annual profit and outlined confident growth plans, thanks to a ‘heightened...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 14:14


Novacyt agrees to buy Southern Cross Diagnostics for £4.4 million

Novacyt SA on Monday said it has conditionally agreed to buy the entire issued share capital of Southern Cross Diagnostic Pty Ltd through its UK...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 13:47


‘Nothing off the table’ in UK response to latest Trump tariffs - No 10

‘Nothing is off the table’ in the UK’s response to US President Donald Trump’s threats that he will impose 15% global tariffs, Downing Street has...

Mon, 23/02/2026 - 13:37


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