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CML Microsystems hits four-year low on uncertain outlook
The market value of CML Microsystems dropped by a tenth on Tuesday after the semiconductors group reported a halving of profits in its first half amid "subdued" market conditions, and said meeting full-year targets might be "challenging".
BT Group gains as Bharti completes acquisition of 24.5% stake
BT Group gained on Tuesday after India’s Bharti Global completed the acquisition of a 24. 5% stake in the telecoms company from France’s Altice.
Retailers warn of £7bn spike in costs from Budget measures
More than 80 leading retail leaders signed an open letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Tuesday, expressing grave concerns about the economic impact of the Autumn Budget on the retail sector.
US pre-open: Futures trade lower as investors look to Q3 retail earnings
Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Tuesday as market participants digested Q3 earnings from some of the nation's largest retailers.
Nexxen International launches $50m share buyback on AIM
Advanced television advertising technology specialist Nexxen International announced a new share buyback programme worth up to $50m on Tuesday.
Europe midday: Shares slip as Russia nuclear talk worries investors
European shares slipped into the red at lunchtime after data confirmed eurozone inflation had risen to 2% and investors sought safer havens as Russia said the use of long-range missiles against its territory could prompt a nuclear response.
London midday: Stocks turn lower; Nvidia, UK inflation eyed
London stocks had fallen into the red by midday on Tuesday as investors eyed the latest UK inflation reading and results from US tech giant Nvidia, and as caution set in after Russia changed its nuclear doctrine.
Fonix flags strong start to financial year
Mobile payments and messaging specialist Fonix reported a strong start to its new financial year in an update on Tuesday.
JPMorgan reiterates ‘overweight’ on Just Group, lifts price target
JPMorgan Cazenove reiterated its ‘overweight’ rating on Just Group on Tuesday and lifted the price target to 200p from 190p after it completed a £1. 8bn full buy-in with the Trustee of the G4S Pension Scheme, covering the benefits of around 22,500 members.
GB Group swings to profit after solid first half
Shares in AIM-listed GB Group rose on Tuesday as the identity fraud and location software firm reiterated its full-year outlook after swinging into the black in the first half.
Berenberg lowers target price on Judges Scientific
Analysts at Berenberg lowered their target price on scientific instruments business Judges Scientific from 12,400. 0p to 11,310. 0p on Tuesday, stating the group was approaching a "trough cycle".
RBC Capital starts Sainsbury’s at ‘outperform’, Tesco at ‘sector perform’
RBC Capital Markets initiated coverage on Sainsbury’s and Tesco on Tuesday, saying it sees "attractive" growth prospects for the two major UK listed grocery retailers.
Gear4Music H1 operating losses narrow
Music equipment retailer Gear4music said on Tuesday that operating losses had narrowed in the six months ended 30 September on the back of its latest growth strategy.
Asia report: Markets rise after Wall Street tech rally
Asia-Pacific markets posted gains on Tuesday as investors evaluated comments from Chinese policymakers at an investment summit in Hong Kong.
Eurozone inflation jumps back to 2%
Inflation in the eurozone rebounded sharply as expected in October, rising from a three-year low and back in line with the European Central Bank's target.
Revolution Beauty swings to loss as revenue slides
Revolution Beauty said on Tuesday that it swung to a loss in the first half as revenue slumped but also hailed good progress with its cost savings programme.
Mulberry to 'streamline operations' as losses widen
Luxury handbag maker Mulberry said on Tuesday that it was taking steps to "streamline operations" as it reported a 19% drop in first-half revenue and a widening of its losses, pointing to a "difficult" trading environment.
Avon Technologies reports solid set of preliminary results
Avon Technologies reported a robust set of preliminary results on Tuesday, with received orders surging 40. 9% year-on-year to $364. 4m, driving a record closing order book of $225. 2m, up 65. 8%, and providing strong visibility into the 2025 financial year and beyond.
Victoria offloads Turkish subsidiary Graniser in £31m deal
Flooring specialist Victoria announced the sale of its Turkish ceramic tile subsidiary Graniser on Tuesday, for total consideration of €36. 8m (£30. 9m).
Genuit YTD revenues down amid 'subdued' conditions
Plastic piping manufacturer Genuit said on Tuesday that it has delivered a "resilient performance" year-to-date, despite operating in "subdued market conditions".