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BAE lifts FY earnings guidance as Ukraine war drives demand
UK defence manufacturer BAE Systems on Wednesday lifted full-year guidance as the war in Ukraine led to increased demand for weapons, leaving the company with a record £66bn order book.
Europe close: Shares hit by US debt rating cut; United Internet surges
European stock markets closed sharply on Wednesday after a surprise cut in US government debt ratings by Fitch, which cited a lack of confidence in fiscal management due to continuing political standoffs.
United Internet shares surge on Vodafone deal with 1&1
Shares in United Internet surged on Wednesday after its majority-owned German mobile and broadband provider 1&1 agreed agreed a deal for Vodafone to provide 5G coverage to its customers, in a move that would see it replace Telefonica Deutschland.
Europe midday: Shares extend losses as US debt rating cut shocks markets
European stock markets extended losses to be almost 2% lower on Wednesday after a surprise cut in US government debt ratings by Fitch, citing a lack of confidence in fiscal management due to continuing political standoffs.
Spirent shares hit as first-half profits slump
Shares in Spirent Communications slumped more than 8% after the telecoms testing company posted a sharp fall in half-year profit due to a slowdown in customer spending, but said it expected a better second six months of the fiscal year.
FTSE 250 movers: Spirent slumps; Virgin up on buyback, NIM
Shares in Spirent Communications slumped more than 8% after the telecoms testing company posted a sharp fall in half-year profit due to weak growth in its networks & security unit and issues at its connected devices division.
FTSE 100 movers: BAE takes off; Smurfit Kappa slips
Convatec's profits rose over the first six months of the year, leading the medical products and technologies company to raise its guidance.
Virgin Money lifts bad debt provisions; Starts £175m buyback
UK bank Virgin Money on Wednesday said it had lifted provisions for bad debts as customers struggled to meet credit card payments amid the cost of living crisis, while also unveiling plans for a £175m share buyback this financial year.
Europe open: Shares sharply lower after shock US debt rating cut
European stock markets opened sharply lower on Wednesday after a surprise cut in US government debt ratings by Fitch, citing a lack of confidence in fiscal management due to continuing political standoffs.
Ferrexpo profits fall as Ukraine war continues to impact
Iron ore pellet maker Ferrexpo reported a fall in half-year profits as its operations in Ukraine continued to be affected by the ongoing war.
Ryanair, Wizz July passenger numbers soar on holiday demand
Low cost airlines Ryanair and Wizz both reported a sharp jump in passenger numbers for July on strong summer holiday demand.
Ibstock profits fall as housing market cools
Building materials supplier Ibstock reported a fall in first-half earnings as the housing market cooled due to higher mortgage costs.