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US close: Stocks higher following Trump's Treasury pick
Major indices kicked off the holiday-shortened trading week with some solid gains on Monday as markets seemingly celebrated Donald Trump's pick for Treasury boss.
UK shop price inflation slows further in November
Shop prices in the UK continued to decline in November, it was reported on Tuesday, but the rate of deflation slowed, signaling a potential shift in inflationary trends.
London close: Stocks finish upbeat session in the green
London markets closed higher on Monday as investors reacted positively to geopolitical developments, including US president-elect Donald Trump's announcement of Scott Bessent as the next Treasury Secretary.
Deutsche Bank upgrades Weir Group to 'buy'
Deutsche Bank upgraded Weir Group on Monday to ‘buy’ from ‘hold’ and upped the price target to 2,580p from 2,200p as it said it was positioned for growth.
Mkango shares surge on HyProMag USA feasibility study
Mkango Resources announced the results of a feasibility study for its HyProMag USA project on Monday, which it described as a rare earth magnet recycling and manufacturing operation planned for the US.
Director dealings: Speedy Hire chairman ups stake
Speedy Hire revealed on Monday that chairman David Shearer has acquired 150,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed equipment rental business.
DSW Capital upgrades outlook after strong first half
DSW Capital reported a resilient performance for the six months ended 30 September on Monday, with results in line with expectations and momentum building in merger and acquisition activity.
MTI Wireless Edge reports stable third quarter
MTI Wireless Edge reported stable revenue and improved profitability for the nine months ended 30 September on Monday, positioning itself for continued growth in its key markets, particularly defence and 5G.
Hummingbird starts production at Kouroussa, cash flow strains remain
Hummingbird Resources announced on Monday that its Kouroussa Gold Mine in Guinea had reached commercial production, although its shares plunged as it also warned of ongoing cash flow issues.
Metals Exploration to beat 2024 gold production, cost guidance
Philippines-focussed gold producer Metals Exploration announced on Monday that gold production for 2024 at its Runruno Project was expected to exceed guidance.
Good Energy extends deadline for potential takeover by Esyasoft
Good Energy Group announced an extension to the deadline for Esyasoft to decide on a potential takeover bid for the company on Monday.
Barclays fined £40m over 'reckless' 2008 Qatar deal
Barclays Bank has been fined £40m by Britain’s financial regulator over alleged secret payments to Qatar during the 2008 global financial crisis to avoid a UK government bailout.
US open: Strong start to holiday-shortened trading week
Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Monday as the holiday-shortened trading week got underway.
Gail's owner taps Goldman Sachs to oversee auction
Bread Holdings has tapped Goldman Sachs to oversee the auction of British bakery chain Gail's in 2025.
Macy's says staffer hid up to $154m in delivery expenses
US retail store chain Macy's has been forced to delay publication of its third-quarter results, after an employee hid up to $154m in delivery expenses, while preliminary results showed sales missed expectations.
FTSE 100 movers: Weir boosted by Deutsche Bank upgrade; Kingfisher tumbles
London’s FTSE 100 was up 0. 3% at 8,289. 22 in afternoon trade on Monday.
Software Circle agrees new £16.7m loan facility
Software Circle announced a new loan facility agreement with Shawbrook Bank on Monday, securing up to £16. 7m in financing.
US pre-open: Futures higher ahead of holiday-shortened week
Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Monday as traders braced for a holiday-shortened trading week.
ITV surges as suitors said to be circling again
Shares in ITV surged on Monday following a report over the weekend that potential suitors have begun circling the broadcaster again after a prolonged period of share price weakness and renewed questions about its long-term strategic destiny.