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Metro Bank swings back to profit as cuts more costs than expected

Metro Bank Holdings PLC on Wednesday announced a return to annual profit as it hailed a ‘clear strategy and resilient business model that will support...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 10:28


Quilter launches share buyback amid profit rise and strong inflows

Quilter PLC on Wednesday launched a share buyback and pledged regular repurchases after posting higher annual profit following strong inflows.

The London-based wealth manager delivered...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 10:26


Vistry says CEO to retire as warns of margin hit in bid to lift sales

Vistry PLC on Wednesday said Executive Chair & Chief Executive Greg Fitzgerald plans to retire, as it cautioned that profit margins will likely narrow in...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 10:19


UK composite PMI steadies in February, services growth slows slightly

The final UK composite purchasing managers index reading was slightly lower than anticipated in February but remained in growth territory, survey publisher S&P Global reported...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 09:59


Murray International Trust eyes continued global growth as ups payout

Murray International Trust PLC on Wednesday said it expects the global investment landscape to be likely to continue a shift ‘towards a more fragmented, multipolar...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 09:57


Beazley annual profit drops as prepares for Zurich Insurance takeover

Beazley PLC on Wednesday said it does not expect to be ‘materially impacted’ by events in the Middle East as it reported mixed 2025 results.

The...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 09:27


LONDON BROKER RATINGS: JPMorgan, Barclays cut price targets for Greggs

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

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FTSE 100

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LBBW raises Rio Tinto price target to 7,300 (5,800) pence - ’hold’

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Barclays cuts...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 09:16


Early market roundup: Stocks mixed amid PMI data bonanza; gold higher

Stocks were mixed on Wednesday morning in London as the war in Iran continued, with US President Donald Trump pledging that the navy would escort...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 09:14


Weir lifts payout, flags visible and well supported future sale growth

Weir Group PLC on Wednesday reported solid full-year results, albeit a touch below consensus, with profit and revenue edging higher reflecting strong aftermarket demand.

The...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 08:47


IN BRIEF: Heads of Iberia and Vueling sell £3 million in IAG shares

International Consolidated Airlines Group SA - London- and Madrid-based owner of British Airways, Iberia and other airlines - Marco Sansavini, chair & chief executive officer...

Wed, 04/03/2026 - 06:58


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