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Late market roundup: Shares up as tariff fears fade on Greenland deal

London stocks edged higher on Thursday after US President Donald Trump signalled a thaw in Greenland tensions and stepped back from tariff threats, though gains...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 17:07


Seplat Energy appoints Tony Elumelu to board after M&P exit

Seplat Energy PLC on Thursday announced changes to its board following the recent sale of a major shareholding.

The Nigeria-focused energy supplier said Olivier Cleret de...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 15:53


IN BRIEF: Genel Energy appoints Patrick Allman-Ward as chair

Genel Energy PLC - London-based oil and gas firm - Appoints Patrick Allman-Ward as chair from February 9. He has over 40 years of international...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 14:31


AltynGold stock down despite rising production, ‘confident’ outlook

AltynGold PLC reported increased fourth-quarter production and annual output above its guidance on Thursday, and said it has ‘positive’ momentum going into the current year.

However,...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 14:28


UPDATE: Auction Technology responds to suitor FitzWalter Capital

Auction Technology Group PLC on Thursday responded to suitor and existing shareholder FitzWalter Capital Ltd.

The auction operator said it wanted ‘to provide additional clarity and...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 14:15


UK’s Starmer, Danish PM discuss ‘vital steps’ towards Arctic security

Keir Starmer said he will discuss how to ‘take the vital steps’ towards strengthened security in the Arctic with Denmark’s prime minister, who thanked him...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 14:09


Invesco Asia Dragon says half-year performance ‘strong’ since merger

Invesco Asia Dragon Trust PLC on Thursday reported benchmark-beating growth in the first half-year period since its creation through a merger in February.

The combination...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 14:02


Elixirr lifts interim dividend 21%, sees 2025 revenue beat forecasts

Elixirr International PLC on Thursday declared a higher interim dividend and said it expects to meet or beat market expectations for revenue and profitability in...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 13:32


IN BRIEF: Scottish Oriental Smaller Cos director invests £120,000

Scottish Oriental Smaller Cos Trust PLC - aims for long-term growth from investing in smaller Asian companies - Director Jeremy Whitley buys 45,000 shares via...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 13:26


MP Evans says palm oil prices ‘robust’ in 2026 after 5% rise in 2025

MP Evans Group PLC on Thursday said crude palm oil production fell slightly in 2025, but pricing remained supportive, with early 2026 prices described as...

Thu, 22/01/2026 - 13:12


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