Market Pulse
Russian CPI registers sharp drop in February, ruble higher
The cost of living in Russia fell sharply last month as the impact of the 2014 crisis in the country’s currency continued to be washed out of the system, possibly eliminating the need for further central bank interest rate hikes.
FTSE 100 movers: Miners jump as metals gain but housebuilders slump
London’s FTSE 100 index was up 0. 6% to 6,165. 15 at 1400 GMT as investors digested better-than-expected nonfarm payrolls.
Monitise confirms early stage talks to sell content business
AIM-listed mobile payment processor Monitise confirmed on Friday that it is in very early stage discussions regarding a possible disposal of the content business, Markco Media.
Malaysia Airlines hit by further lawsuits over missing MH370 flight
Malaysia Airlines is being sued by more family members of the passengers aboard the MH370 flight that went missing in March 2014.
Date of next meeting of participants in Doha oil talks unknown, report says
The date and venue for talks between the participants at the Doha oil meeting are so far unknown, Interfax reported citing Venezuela’s embassy in Caracas.
BP CEO Dudley's pay package jumps 20% in 2015
BP's chief executive Bob Dudley saw his pay package jump 20% in 2015 to $19. 6m (£13. 9m) even though the company reported its worst annual loss in 20 years as oil prices slid.
Battersea data suggests weakening in demand for luxury new builds
Fresh data on resales at South London's luxury Battersea Power Station development suggested a loosening in the luxury new build market on Friday, with one property seeing a 38% decline in its asking price since July last year.
Amec Foster Wheeler surges on US Air Force contract win
Shares in Amec Foster Wheeler surged on Friday after the oilfield services firm said it has secured a seven-year contract with the US Air Force.
US pre-open: Futures point to marginal gains ahead of payrolls
US futures pointed to a marginally higher open on Wall Street on Friday as investors erred on the side of caution ahead of the eagerly-awaited nonfarm payrolls report.
Possible store closures, restructuring for flagging British Home Stores
Up to 40 British Home Stores could be closed over the next ten months, and the jobs of store managers left hanging in the balance, as the privately-held retailer outlined a new Company Voluntary Arrangement over its above-market rents on Friday.
Europe midday: Stocks extend gains as basic resources rally ahead of payrolls
Basic resources helped European stocks to push higher on Friday as investors awaited the release of the all-important nonfarm payrolls report later in the day.
London midday: Miners lead FTSE 100 higher as metal prices rise
London stocks gained on Friday as a jump in metal prices gave miners a boost.
Kim Jong-un says nuclear weapons ready for use at any time
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has said the country’s nuclear weapons “need to be ready for use at any time” amid rising threats from enemies, according to state media.
Credit Suisse retains appetite for Domino's Pizza, boosts target price
Credit Suisse reaffirmed its 'outperform' recommendation on Domino's Pizza and boosted its target price for the shares, while pointing to scope for further upside to the company's earnings per share.
Facebook to pay millions more in UK tax
Facebook is reportedly set to pay millions of pounds more in UK tax after a major shake-up of the company's tax structure.
Alliance Trust NAV total return beats benchmark index in 2015
FTSE 250 investment company Alliance Trust reported a rise in assets under management at its investment arm as it lifted its dividend for the 49th consecutive year.
Asia report: Investors wait ahead of China legislative session
Stocks in Asia cooled down from their recent rebound on Friday, with most indexes recording minor rises by close, as investors played wait-and-see ahead of China's annual legislative session which begins on Saturday.
BBA Aviation's shares rise after Investec retains 'buy' and lifts target price
BBA Aviation’s shares rose on Friday as Investec retained its ‘buy’ rating on the stock and increased its target price to 235p from 225p.
Citigroup downgrades Schroders as it forecasts drop in 2016 EPS
Shares in asset manager Schroders slumped on Friday as Citigroup downgraded the stock to ‘neutral’ from ‘buy’.
Credit Suisse would be surprised if Nasdaq made standalone bid for LSE
The ongoing tussle over who will succeed in buying out the London Stock Exchange Group is "broadly positive" for Nasdaq and may pave the way for it to become the next takeover target in that space, Credit Suisse said.