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Diaceutics says order book and pipeline provides confidence for 2026

Diaceutics PLC on Tuesday said it returned to profit in 2025 supported by revenue growth and an improving order book.

The Belfast, Northern Ireland-based diagnostic testing...

Tue, 26/05/2026 - 09:34


Early market roundup: Stocks higher despite fresh US strikes on Iran

London’s blue chip index easily outperformed its peers in Paris and Frankfurt on Tuesday morning, despite the US striking Iran, as the price of Brent...

Tue, 26/05/2026 - 09:17


IN BRIEF: Greatland Resources gets environmental okays for Havieron

Greatland Resources Ltd - Perth, Australia-based gold and copper miner - Receives primary environmental approvals from the Western Australia government for its Havieron gold-copper project....

Tue, 26/05/2026 - 09:16


CVS says refinancing provides extra ‘firepower’ as launches buyback

CVS Group PLC on Tuesday launched a new £50 million share buyback programme alongside two small acquisitions and a refinancing of its bank facilities.

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Tue, 26/05/2026 - 08:58


Atalaya Mining quarterly copper production falls after heavy rainfall

Atalaya Mining Copper SA on Tuesday reported lower first-quarter earnings and copper production, as heavy rainfall in Spain disrupted mining operations earlier in the year.

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Tue, 26/05/2026 - 08:58


IN BRIEF: Serco extends Norfolk hospital deal for another 10 years

Serco Group PLC - Hampshire, England-based government services outsourcing provider - Wins an extension of its facilities management contract with Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital...

Tue, 26/05/2026 - 08:47


Kingfisher says outlook confident despite dip in like-for-like sales

Kingfisher PLC on Tuesday said its core business categories remain ‘resilient’, despite reporting lower like-for-like sales, citing a ‘strong’ prior year comparator.

The London-based home improvement...

Tue, 26/05/2026 - 08:27


PRESS: Shawbrook mulls merger with FirstRand’s Aldermore - Sky

Shawbrook Group PLC is considering to merge with competitor bank Aldermore, Sky News reported Monday.

The Essex, England-based digital banking platform is reportedly in the...

Tue, 26/05/2026 - 07:00


Reeves urges ministers to award UK firms contracts in four key sectors

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has told cabinet colleagues to award government contracts in shipbuilding, steel-making, energy infrastructure and artificial intelligence to British companies.

Procurement in those...

Mon, 25/05/2026 - 22:54


IN BRIEF: Surface Transforms enters asset sale transaction agreement

Surface Transforms PLC - Liverpool, UK-based carbon ceramic brake manufacturer - Completes £90,000 asset sale agreement with Hong Kong-based lifestyle company CCST Ltd. The agreement...

Fri, 22/05/2026 - 22:36


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