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London close: Stocks mixed as US inflation ticks higher
London's financial markets ended Wednesday with mixed results as investors weighed an increase in consumer inflation in the US, and its potential impact on monetary policy.
Zanaga inks port infrastructure deal with Arise
Zanaga Iron Ore announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms on Wednesday, to advance the development of onshore and offshore port infrastructure for the Zanaga Iron Ore Project in the Republic of the Congo.
Sound Energy finalises sale of Morocco East subsidiary
Shares in Sound Energy were surging on Wednesday, after it finalised the sale of its Moroccan subsidiary, Sound Energy Morocco East (SEME), to Managem in a transaction worth up to $45. 2m.
ECR Minerals upbeat on maiden drilling at Tambo Gold Project
ECR Minerals updated the market on its maiden diamond drilling campaign at the Tambo Gold Project in Victoria, Australia on Wednesday, focusing on the Duke of Cornwall prospect.
Ascent Resources reports progress in JV partner insolvency claims
Ascent Resources updated the market on the insolvency proceedings of its former Slovenian joint venture partner Geoenergo on Wednesday, confirming progress in its claims to recover funds.
Eden Research fungicide added to German organics list
Sustainable biopesticides and biocontrol specialist Eden Research announced on Wednesday that its flagship fungicide Mevalone has been added to the Organic Input List by FiBL Germany - a key certification for products used in organic farming.
Power Metal acquires Saskatchewan's Pardoe Uranium Project
Exploration company Power Metal Resources announced the acquisition of the Pardoe Uranium Project in northern Saskatchewan, Canada on Wednesday, through direct mineral claim staking.
PCI-PAL reports solid trading momentum
Cloud payment specialist PCI-PAL reported strong trading momentum for the current financial year in an update on Wednesday.
Cohort reports record first half
Independent technology company Cohort reported record half-year results on Wednesday, with significant growth in revenue, profit, and its order book.
Revenue, earnings fall for newly-demerged Optima Health
Corporate health and wellbeing solutions provider Optima Health reported an 11% decline in revenue in its interim results on Wednesday, to £50. 8m.
Asia report: Markets mixed as investors look to China policy summit
Asia-Pacific markets ended mixed on Wednesday, as investors awaited the outcome of China’s annual economic work conference.
Billington set to beat full-year market expectations
Structural steel and construction safety solutions specialist Billington said in an update on Wednesday that it expects its profit before tax for the year ending 31 December to exceed current market expectations.
British American Tobacco reaffirms full-year guidance
British American Tobacco reaffirmed its full-year guidance for 2024 on Wednesday, supported by a stronger second half driven by investments in its US commercial operations and innovation in its ‘New Categories’ portfolio.
S&U reports mixed trading amid motor finance challenges
Specialist motor and property financier S&U reported a mixed trading performance for the period between 1 August and 10 December on Wednesday, amid challenging conditions in the UK financial services sector.
Endeavour to conduct definitive study at Assafou-Dibibango, BAT on track with full-year targets
London open The FTSE 100 is expected to open 38 points lower on Wednesday, having closed down 0. 86% on Tuesday at 8,280. 36.