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China, UK have responsibility to maintain peace - Beijing’s FM Wang Yi

China’s foreign minister told his British counterpart on Thursday that the two countries had a responsibility to maintain international peace and security, and renewed calls...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 14:53


UK earnings, trading statements calendar - next 7 days

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Friday 20 March 
Blackbird PLCfull year results
JD Wetherspoon PLChalf year results
Smiths Group PLChalf year results
Monday

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 14:38


IN BRIEF: Smiths News inks contract renewal with The Guardian

Smiths News PLC - Swindon, England-based newspaper wholesaler - Secures a new long-term contract with Guardian News and Media. Says the deal is for all...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 14:20


IN BRIEF: Eco Animal Health guides improved full-year revenue, margins

Eco Animal Health Group PLC - London-based animal health company - Notes that the significantly stronger trading seen in the first half of its financial...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 14:16


IN BRIEF: SigmaRoc director buys almost £100,000 in shares

SigmaRoc PLC - London-based limestone and minerals company - Non-Executive Director Peter Johnson buys 85,500 shares at 116.9 pence each, worth £99,950, on Wednesday. Johnson...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 13:56


Picton Property to delay results as it shortlists potential acquirers

Picton Property Income Ltd on Thursday said it will delay the release of its full-year results, as it has shortlisted acquisitions proposals stemming from its...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 13:54


Focusrite says trading in line with expectations; notes Middle East

Focusrite PLC on Thursday said it is trading in line with expectations as it noted that geopolitical developments in the Middle East continue to create...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 13:34


Investments treble Capital profit despite lagging operations in 2025

Capital Ltd on Thursday announced its pretax profit almost trebled year-on-year despite broadly flat revenue, as investment gains offset headwinds in its operations.

Capital shares were...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 13:13


Central Asia Metals swings to annual loss, cuts dividends

Central Asia Metals PLC on Thursday announced that it swung to a full-year loss, despite rising revenue, as it shortened the expected lifespan of one...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 12:26


Lunchtime midday roundup: FTSE 100 falls as BoE leaves rates unchanged

London’s blue chip index was lower at midday on Thursday, extending earlier losses, following the Bank of England’s decision to hold rates steady amid the...

Thu, 19/03/2026 - 12:21


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