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German industrial production jumps in April, led by manufacturing
Industrial output in the euro area´s largest economy continued to power ahead in April, spearheaded by gains in manufacturing and production of capital goods.
UK CMA refers ICAP/Tullett broking merger
Britain's competition regulator said it was referring Tullett Prebon's planned purchase of ICAP's global hybrid voice broking and information business for a phase 2 investigation.
Sports Direct's Ashley thanks workers ahead of select committee
High street retailer Sports Direct published a statement on Tuesday, over the decision from chairman Mike Ashley to appear before the Business, Innovation and Skills Select Committee.
Tuesday newspaper round-up: EU referendum, Brexit, Mining
Bankers, traders and analysts are preparing for a night in the office on 23 June to respond to exit polls on the EU referendum that could spark wild swings in foreign exchange and bond markets. In echoes of the preparations for the Scottish referendum in 2014, major City firms will have teams of experts available through the night to respond to customer queries and demands to move money. - The Guardian.
London pre-open: Stocks to drift lower despite gains on Wall Street
Equities in London are expected to start the session slightly lower despite overnight gains on Wall Street, led by oil stocks, as reports of supply disruptions around the globe continued to reach the trading floor.
Shell says BG merger synergies to rise to $4.5bn
Shell said it was increasing the level of cost cuts from its merger with BG Group to $4. 5bn from $3. 5bn.
Shell raises target for cost savings
London open The Footsie is seen starting the session six points lower from Monday´s closing level of 6,273. 40.
Esure hints at Gocompare demerger, appoints new CEO
Direct sales insurance firm Esure announced a strategic review of its Gocompare comparison service on Tuesday, and indicated an interest in spinning it out on its own.