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High street suffers worst February in a decade - BDO
There was little love for the British high street last month, as retailers suffered their worst February for a decade, data published on Friday showed.
Friday preview: US February jobs report, SIG in focus
The US jobs market will hog the spotlight at the end of the week, barring surprises out of the US-China trade talks or around Brexit.
Europe close: ECB surprises fail to impress investors?
The European Central Bank surprised markets on Thursday, unveiling a new round of loans for the currency bloc's lenders and pushing back its 'forward guidance' - and markets apparently hated it, which some market watchers said in itself belied the extent of concern in the market.
Zuckerberg aims to merge Instagram, Whatsapp and Facebook messages
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced his company would be integrating messaging apps as part of a new strategy, he claimed, where the company's platform would be focused on users’ privacy.
London close: FTSE 100 falls under pressure from results, ex-divs, ECB
Some disappointing corporate results, ex-dividend stocks, Brexit worries and slashed forecasts from the European Central Bank created a toxic brew for London equity markets on Thursday.
Asiamet Resources receives BKM government approvals ahead of schedule
Asiamet Resources' shares climbed on Thursday after receiving two very significant approvals for its 100% owned BKM copper project located in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Fashion retailer LK Bennett goes into administration
High-end fashion retailer LK Bennett has collapsed into administration on Thursday, putting 500 jobs at risk.
Sector movers: Life insurers and retailers tumble, tobacco still smoking
More sectors were in the red than not on Thursday, with industrial metals, miners and insurers leading the decline, while tobacco stocks were smoking hot for the second day in a row.
Inmarsat profits drop as costs outweigh revenue gains
Inmarsat's annual profits faltered in 2018 as mounting costs offset revenue growth, which was driven by its global GX broadband offering.
FTSE 250 movers: Superdry unravels, Ultra Electronics leaps
London's FTSE 250 closed down 0. 91% at 19,183. 82 on Thursday, as a handful of clothing retailers bundled the index lower.
NMC Health tumbles despite record profits and earnings
UAE-based private healthcare operator NMC Health hailed another year of record revenue and profits on Thursday thanks in part to the successful integration of acquisitions, though its dividend disappointed.
ProPhotonix secures two US patents for 3D printing
ProPhotonix on Thursday won two US Patents for its COBRA Cure FX UV LED Curing Systems designed for use in UV curing applications in industrial printing, 3D printing and adhesives curing.
Director dealings: Temple Bar chairman ups stake
Temple Bar Investments chairman Arthur Copple acquired 20,000 ordinary shares in the FTSE 250 resident on Thursday.
ECB front runs deteriorating macro backdrop, launches TLTRO III
The European Central Bank has unexpectedly gone ahead and unveiled a new round of cheap loans for the bloc's lenders and pushed back its so-called 'forward guidance', taking the possibility of interest rate hikes in 2019 off the table.
Broker tips: Rio Tinto, BHP, Quiz, Ultra Electronics, Just Eat
Rio Tinto and BHP were knocked lower on Thursday as Societe Generale downgraded its recommendation on both stocks as it moved to a more cautious stance on most of the metals and mining stocks it covers following year-to-date gains.
UK house prices rise in February - Halifax
UK house prices grew more than expected in February, according to the latest data from lender Halifax.
Govt prepares for Brexit defeat with plans for third 'meaningful vote'
Downing Street is preparing for a third meaningful vote in the House of Commons as it fears another big defeat for Theresa May's Brexit deal next Tuesday, as talks continue in Brussels with no signs of progress.
FCA cautions NSF over regulatory standards in Provident bid
The Financial Conduct Authority has sent a letter to the chief executive of Non-Standard Finance highlighting the need to stick to regulatory standards after it offered £1. 3bn for larger rival Provident Financial.
FTSE 100 movers: Melrose rallies on results; Paddy Power gives back some gains
London's FTSE 100 was down 0. 8% at 7,137. 83 in afternoon trade on Thursday, with ex-divs proving a drag.
Just Eat downgraded to 'equal weight' at Barclays
Analysts at Barclays downgraded online food ordering and delivery service Just Eat to 'equal weight' on Thursday, citing limited upside to their 785p target price on the back of slower growth and heightened competition.