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Metlen Energy & Metals ‘cautiously optimistic’ as quarterly sales grow

Metlen Energy & Metals PLC on Thursday said it started 2026 with ‘strong operational momentum’ across all business sectors as it reported strong first quarter...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 10:27


M&G posts Asset Management inflows driven by strong Wholesale showing

M&G PLC on Thursday said it has made a ‘strong start to 2026,’ as it reported net inflows in its asset management business.

The London-based...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:49


Retail aids first quarter growth at Hiscox with savings plan on track

Hiscox Ltd on Thursday said the outlook for 2026 is ‘positive’ as it reported accelerating growth in its retail business.

Shares in the Bermuda-based insurance...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:36


InterContinental Hotels confirms outlook as China growth accelerates

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC on Thursday reported ‘very strong’ trading in the first quarter of the year, saying any hit to travel and hotel stays...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 09:03


Coca-Cola HBC backs earnings view after ‘strong’ quarterly volume rise

Soft drink bottler Coca-Cola HBC AG on Thursday backed its annual guidance, after a ‘good start to the year’.

Shares in the firm fell 3.9% to...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 08:51


BAE Systems backs 2026 guidance after ‘strong’ showing so far

BAE Systems PLC on Thursday maintained its yearly guidance with its outlook aided by ‘increased defence spending’.

The London-based defence contractor, in a trading update...

Thu, 07/05/2026 - 08:41


IN BRIEF: Ramsdens lifts profit view but notes gold price volatility

Ramsdens Holdings PLC - Stockton on Tees, England-based financial services provider and pawnbroker - Now expects pretax profit for the year to September 30 of...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 21:01


IN BRIEF: Shawbrook reassures ‘no lending exposure’ to Blue Motor

Shawbrook Group PLC - Essex, England-based digital banking platform - Says it has ‘no lending exposure’ to Blue Motor Finance Ltd, as their forward flow...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 14:25


Vanquis Banking posts reduced margin as shifts to lower?yield business

Vanquis Banking Group PLC on Wednesday retained guidance as it reported increased interest earnings balances but at lower margins.

The Bradford, England-based bank said gross customer...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 11:52


Reach cautious on digital revenue outlook after quarterly sales fall

Reach PLC on Wednesday said it is on track to meet market expectations ‘despite digital headwinds’ as it reported lower first quarter sales.

The publisher...

Wed, 06/05/2026 - 11:25


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