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STV awaits 2026 World Cup as revenue, operating profit fall in 2025

STV Group PLC on Friday said that the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup provides an important event for advertisers and viewers.

The Glasgow-based broadcaster expects to...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 11:28


Shepherd Neame hails ‘strong’ festive trading amid resilient demand

Shepherd Neame Ltd on Friday said sales over the festive period ‘remained strong’, with the company expecting an easing of sector headwinds throughout 2026.

The...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 11:23


TRADING UPDATES: RC Fornax deal win; Angus Energy output up

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

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RC Fornax PLC - provider of...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 11:22


Baillie Gifford US return underperforms; ‘positioned for growth’

Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust PLC on Friday said it believes it is well positioned for future growth as its net asset value grew, though...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 11:07


AIM WINNERS & LOSERS: Aura Energy sells project stake; Beowulf falls

The following stocks are the leading risers and fallers on AIM on Friday.

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AIM - WINNERS

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Aura Energy Ltd, up 16% at 11.18 pence, 12-month range 14.00p-4.68p....

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 11:04


IN BRIEF: Pets At Home confirms date for Pollard joining as CFO

Pets At Home Group PLC - Cheshire, England-based operator of pet care centres and veterinary practices - Confirms that Sarah Pollard will join as chief...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 10:55


SMALL-CAP WINNERS & LOSERS: Upland wins $100 million funding

The following stocks are the leading risers and fallers among London Main Market small-caps on Friday.

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SMALL-CAP - WINNERS

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Upland Resources Ltd, up 6.8% at 3.15 pence,...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 10:35


C&C Group shares plunge amid ‘continued softness’ in demand

C&C Group PLC on Friday reported weak trading in the period leading up to Christmas due to tepid consumer confidence amid UK budget nerves.

C&C...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 10:24


Valterra Platinum predicts sharply higher earnings on strong PGM price

Valterra Platinum Ltd on Friday said it expects its annual earnings to surge, getting a boost from a robust platinum group metal price and lower...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 10:19


Babcock says quarterly trading strong, switches up chief executive

Babcock International Group PLC on Friday announced that its chief executive officer is stepping down, and said it is confident in delivering on expectations for...

Fri, 23/01/2026 - 10:04


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