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FTSE 250 movers: Dechra surges on takeover; Wizz Air flies lower
Dechra Pharmaceuticals said on Friday that it has agreed to be taken over in a £4. 46bn deal.
FTSE 100 movers: Miners shine, gas stockpiles hit utilities
Heavily-weighted miners were the top performers as copper prices rose, with Antofagasta, Anglo American, Glencore and Rio Tinto all higher on Friday.
Europe midday: Shares pace gains as US debt deal agreed
European markets made further gains by midday on Friday after US lawmakers passed the debt ceiling deal, avoiding the prospect of a default.
Europe open: Shares up as US debt deal passed; Dechra surges on takeover
European markets opened higher on Friday after US lawmakers passed the debt ceiling deal, avoiding the prospect of a default.
Ireland, NatWest sell 10% stake in Permanent TSB
The Irish government and UK bank NatWest have jointly sold a 10% stake in Permanent TSB for a combined €110m.
Wizz Air May passenger numbers up 22%
Budget airline Wizz Air reported a sharp rise in passenger numbers in May as the recovery in travel after Covid pandemic restrictions continued.