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Early market roundup: Stocks rise as Next reports festive boost

London’s blue chip index opened higher on Monday, buoyed by Next, which raises guidance following better-than-expected sales over the Christmas period.

The FTSE 100 index...

Tue, 06/01/2026 - 09:14


Next raises outlook again after better-than-hoped UK Christmas sales

Next PLC on Tuesday said UK sales and growth in its international business surpassed expectations, as it lifted profit guidance for the fifth time this...

Tue, 06/01/2026 - 08:57


TRADING UPDATES: Connecting Excellence launches bitcoin bond programme

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

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Astrid Intelligence PLC - London-based company...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 21:39


Goldman Sachs closes Industry Ventures acquisition

Goldman Sachs Group Inc on Monday said it has closed the acquisition of Industry Ventures for a transaction consideration of $665 million in cash and...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 17:27


Late market roundup: FTSE 100 over 10,000, boosted by defence stocks

The FTSE 100 climbed above the 10,000 mark for the first time on Monday despite uncertainty arising from the overthrow of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 17:12


TRADING UPDATES: Built Cybernetics makes buy; new loans for Manx

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

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Built Cybernetics PLC - London-based company...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 16:35


IN BRIEF: Celtic Manager Nancy leaves club after just eight games

Celtic PLC - Glasgow, Scotland-based football club - Manager Wilfried Nancy leaves the club immediately. Celtic are in a process of appointing a replacement manager...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 15:36


IN BRIEF: CleanTech Lithium submits CEOL application for Laguna Verde

CleanTech Lithium PLC - Chile-focused lithium explorer - Announces it has submitted its application for a Special Lithium Operating Contract (CEOL) for Laguna Verde, via...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 15:34


Falcon Oil shareholders approve sale of Australian unit stake

Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd on Monday said shareholders of its Australian subsidiary have approved the sale of Falcon’s 98.1% stake in Falcon Oil &...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 14:18


Pulsar Helium buys Michigan gas explorer Hybrid Hydrogen for $80,000

Pulsar Helium Inc on Monday said it has bought Michigan-focused gas exploration firm Hybrid Hydrogen Inc for $80,000.

The White Rock, Canada-based resource company targeting helium...

Mon, 05/01/2026 - 14:15


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