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Cable slumps after YouGov poll shows large jump in support of Brexit
The latest polls of voting intentions ahead of the 23 June referendum appeared to show a further large increase in support for ‘Leave’ which immediately weighed on the pound.
TfL updates Johnston typeface for the digital age
Transport for London announced an update to its iconic Johnston typeface on Tuesday, bringing it into the “digital age” with the launch of Johnston100.
Alibaba sees revenue growth of 48% in 2017
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba expects its full-year revenue for 2017 to rise 48%.
Commercial insurers face more claims, slimmer margins from August - Fitch
Insurers are likely to face more more claims, more intense price competition and slimmer margins, Fitch Ratings said, due to changes to UK laws on disputing commercial insurance claims and timing of payments due to come into force in August and next year.
New Microsoft console takes a leaf out of Apple's book
Microsoft seems to be a fan of Apple's iPhone strategy, as the technology giant has released the Xbox One S at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles, the world's biggest video game trade show.
UBS ups Centrica to 'buy' on improving outlook
UBS upgraded Centrica to ‘buy’ from ‘sell’ and lifted the price target to 255p from 185p saying the outlook for the stock has changed.
US small business optimism edges higher in April, NFIB says
A gauge of small US businesses' sentiment edged higher in May.
Brexit seen as biggest tail risk, according to BofA ML survey
Brexit emerged as the biggest tail risk in Bank of America Merrill Lynch’s global fund manager survey for June, which also revealed cash levels at their highest since 2001.
Onzima Ventures highlights cancer vaccine potential in N4 Pharma vector
Ozima Ventures said its 49%-owned N4 Pharma has produced encouraging initial research about the versatility and durability of its vector technology that could make it suitable for delivering anti-cancer vaccines and other therapies.
US retail sales rise more than expected in May
US retail sales rose more than expected in May, according to data from the Commerce Department.
Britain quitting the EU will likely see inflation spike, hit consumers in pocket
Britain voting to quit the European Union this month will likely push UK inflation much higher -- hitting consumers in the pocket and possibly even forcing Bank of England to hike interest rates sooner than expected.
Deutsche Bank increases provisions for suspicious Russia trades - reports
Deutsche Bank has significantly increased its financial provisions to cover for potential litigation payments for suspicious share trading in Russia, according to reports.
Shire buys bowel disease drug rights from Pfizer
Shire has agreed to buy the rights to an experimental drug aimed at treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from Pfizer.
CML Microsystems returns to profitable growth
Semiconductor designer and manufacturer CML Microsystems announced its results for the year to 31 March on Tuesday, revealing a return to profitable growth as it released new products across its target segments during the period.
Servoca reports strong growth but shares fall
Servoca reported a strong rise in half-year sales and profits, with its recruitment business driving the improved performance and offsetting headwinds in the education and health care markets.
Old Mutual to buy 60% stake in Landmark Partners
Old Mutual’s asset management business, OM Asset Management, will buy a 60% stake in secondary private equity, real estate and real asset investment firm Landmark Partners.
Wednesday preview: Fed expected to stand pat on rates amid Brexit uncertainty
The Federal Reserve is expected to sit tight on interest rates in its policy decision on Wednesday ahead of Britain’s European Union referendum.
Cyan Holdings buys Connode for £6.8m
Cyan Holdings, a British integrated system and software design company, has bought Connode, a Swedish supplier of wireless communication products, for £6. 8m.
Norcros' shares rise on seventh year of profit, dividend growth
Bathroom products company Norcros has turned in improved full year profit, revenue and dividend, sending its shares up more than 5%.
Market Tech lifts FY revenue as its pre-tax profit falls
Shares in Market Tech Holdings are up almost 2% as the company posted a lower full year profit despite much improved revenue.