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Europe close: Stocks rise on bumper US jobs report
European shares posted gains on Friday as investors reacted positively to a better-than-expected US payrolls report,while oil prices continued to rise on fears of further escalation in Middle East tensions.
Weekly review
The FTSE 100 ended the week down 40. 13 points, or 0. 48%, closing at 8,280. 63 on Friday.
Creo Medical extends closing date for retail offer
Creo Medical Group announced an extension to the closing date for its retail offer on Friday, allowing existing retail shareholders more time to participate.
Woodbois raises £1m from new and existing shareholders
Woodbois announced on Friday that it has raised £1m through a subscription from new and existing shareholders.
Shein planning investor roadshows ahead of London IPO - reports
Chinese-founded online retailer Shein is preparing for a potential initial public offering (IPO) in London, it emerged on Friday, with investor roadshows expected in the coming weeks, according to a report from Reuters.
Versarien upbeat on recent company progress
Advanced materials engineering group Versarien updated the market on its progress across several key sectors and markets on Friday, reporting a growing pipeline of opportunities, rising from £1. 6m in October 2023 to £4. 7m currently, with £1. 6m in commercial opportunities and £3. 1m in grants.
MicroSalt makes progress in expanding patent portfolio
MicroSalt, which develops and supplies low-sodium, full-flavour salt, announced significant progress in expanding its global patent portfolio on Friday.
CMA accepts undertakings, clears Barratt acquisition of Redrow
Barratt Developments announced on Friday that the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) had cleared its acquisition of Redrow, following a consultation on undertakings offered by both companies.
Anglo-Eastern takes full ownership of two Indonesian subsidiaries
Anglo-Eastern Plantations announced on Friday that it has completed the acquisition of the remaining minority stakes in two of its Indonesian subsidiaries, further consolidating its ownership in the region.
Asia report: Markets finish turbulent week in a mixed state
Asia-Pacific markets finished with a mixed performance on Friday, reflecting investor caution amid global uncertainties, particularly around rising tensions in the Middle East.
Wetherspoon reinstates dividend after year of underlying growth
JD Wetherspoon reported a 5. 7% increase in full-year revenue on Friday, to £2. 04bn, with a 73. 5% rise in profit before tax to £73. 9m before separately disclosed items.
Maersk among Friday's fallers as US port strike called off
Shares in shipping firms were in the red on Friday, with Maersk particularly affected, following the resolution of a US port strike that had initially raised hopes for a boost in global shipping demand for European operators.
JD Wetherspoon revenue rises, Watches of Switzerland buys enthusiast platform
London open The FTSE 100 is expected to open flat on Friday, having closed down 0. 1% on Thursday at 8,282. 52.