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US close: Stocks sharply lower following Powell comments
Major indices closed sharply lower on Wednesday as market participants digested comments from Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell.
Broker tips: IAG, Dalata Hotels, OSB
Jefferies hiked its price target on BA and Iberia owner IAG on Wednesday to 350. 0p from 270. 0p saying it expects Q4 to deliver similar trends to Q3, driving confidence in the short-term macro and travel environment.
Director dealings: Tracsis director snaps up shares
Tracsis revealed on Wednesday that non-executive director Tracy Sheedy had acquired 950 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed transport software provider.
Berenberg stays at 'buy' on Dalata Hotels
Analysts at Berenberg reiterated their 'buy' rating and 480. 0p target price on Dalata Hotels on Wednesday, stating the group was "ending the year on a high note".
US open: Stocks higher ahead of FOMC decision
Major indices were in the green early on Wednesday as market participants awaited the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision later in the session.
US building permits grow 6.2pc, housing starts unexpectedly decline
US building permits surged 6. 1% in November to a seasonally adjusted rate of 1. 50m, according to the Census Bureau, erasing October's 0. 4% decline and well and truly ahead of expectations for a print of 1. 43m.
US pre-open: Futures higher ahead of FOMC decision
Wall Street futures were in the green on Wednesday as market participants awaited the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision later in the session.
Artisanal Spirits on track to meet FY earnings guidance
Drinks maker The Artisanal Spirits Group said on Wednesday that it was on track to meet FY24 underlying earnings guidance despite "ongoing challenging trading conditions" in certain markets.
Windar Photonics secures 'significant order'
Technology firm Windar Photonics has secured a "significant order" for a total value of $2. 5m for delivery to the US market in the first half of 2025.
Bango strikes agreement with Portugal's Continente
Sales and marketing technology firm Bango revealed on Wednesday that it has struck an agreement with Portuguese High Street retailer Continente to enhance customer offers through its Digital Vending Machine offering.
Character Group FY revenue, profits grow
Toys and games designer Character Group said on Wednesday that both revenue and profits had grown modestly in the year ended 31 August, in line with market expectations.
Funding Circle names Ken Stannard as chairman designate
Lending platform operator Funding Circle named Ken Stannard as chairman designate on Wednesday, with effect from 1 January 2025.