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US services activity softens in April, ISM says
Services activity in the States shrank unexpectedly at the start of spring, marking the first contraction since December 2022.
UK service sector output grows at fastest pace since May 2023
UK service sector output grew in April at its fastest pace since May 2023, according to a survey released on Friday.
CMA set for deeper probe of Pennon's SES acquisition
Pennon Group worked to assure the market that its acquisition of Sutton and East Surrey Water (SES Water) would avoid a deeper competition probe on Friday, telling shareholders that it planned to offer “appropriate undertakings” to regulators.
Trainline says Labour has no plans to revive UK ticket app, website
Britain's opposition Labour Party has no plans to revive government plans to introduce a national rail ticket website and app if it wins the next General Election, online platform Trainline said on Friday.
Glencore said to be studying approach for Anglo American
Glencore is reportedly studying an approach for Anglo American, a development that could spark a bidding war.
Mondi earnings in line as market conditions improve
Paper and packaging company Mondi reported improved market conditions in its first quarter on Friday, resulting in stronger order books and increased sales volumes across a range of paper grades compared to the prior quarter.
Future appoints ITV Studios’ Sharjeel Suleman as CFO
Media group Future said on Friday that it has appointed Sharjeel Suleman as chief financial officer.