Market Pulse
London close: Stocks mixed as US payrolls beat expectations
London’s stock markets closed on a mixed note on Friday, with investors reacting to a stronger-than-expected US non-farm payrolls report and corporate deal activity driving selective gains.
Director dealings: Trufin director raises stake
Trufin revealed on Friday that non-executive director Paul Dentskevich had acquired 41,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed software and niche lending solutions business.
US open: Stocks higher following NFP report
Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Friday as market participants digested a slightly better-than-expected nonfarm payrolls report.
EToro working on potential US listing - report
EToro is reportedly working with Goldman Sachs on a potential initial public offering in the US.
FTSE 100 movers: Frasers Group, utilities in the red
London’s FTSE 100 was down 0. 3% at 8,328. 92 in afternoon trade on Friday.
Puig withdraws Charlotte Tilbury make-up spray, shares slump
Puig shares slumped on Friday after the Spanish fashion and beauty company said a batch of Charlotte Tilbury make-up spray was being withdrawn from the market due to a quality issue.
Syncona upbeat on interim trial results at Beacon Therapeutics
Syncona announced positive three-month interim results from the phase two ‘DAWN’ trial conducted by its portfolio company Beacon Therapeutics on Friday.
Shield Therapeutics secures $10m investment, announces RetailBook offer
Shield Therapeutics announced on Friday that it has secured a $10m investment from its largest shareholder, AOP Health International Management, through a subscription of 256. 4 million new shares at 3p per share.
Emmerson raises £0.85m to fund dispute with Moroccan government
Morocco-focused potash developer Emmerson announced on Friday that it has raised £0. 85m to fund its next move in its dispute with the Moroccan government.
Litigation Capital finance chief joins the board
Litigation Capital Management announced the appointment of chief financial officer David Collins to its board of directors on Friday, effective immediately.
Aptamer appoints three new members to scientific board
Aptamer Group announced the appointment of three new members to its scientific advisory board on Friday, as it advanced the commercialisation of its ‘Optimer’ binders for life sciences applications.
EnSilica wins $30m timing controller design and supply contract
EnSilica announced a contract for the design and supply of a precision timing controller ASIC on Friday, projected to generate over $30m in revenue over 10 years.
FirstGroup inks £500m train lease deal to bolster open-access operations
FirstGroup announced a £500m lease agreement with Angel Trains and Hitachi Rail for 14 new five-car class 80X high-speed trains on Friday, to support its open-access rail operations.
US pre-open: Futures slightly lower ahead of NFP reading
Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Friday as major indices retreated from their record highs a day earlier.
London midday: FTSE flat ahead of payrolls; Direct Line surges on takeover
London stocks were still steady by midday on Friday as investors eyed the latest US non-farm payrolls report, with deal news in focus as Direct Line agreed to be taken over by Aviva.
Mercia to invest another £4m in Netacea
Mercia Asset Management announced a £4m follow-on investment in Netacea Group, a specialist in AI-driven defense against bot attacks, on Friday.
Likewise sees particularly positive trading in October and November
Floor coverings business Likewise Group said on Friday that trading in October and November had been "particularly positive", with its like-for-like performance showing "strong growth" year-on-year.
Asia report: Markets mostly fall, China pops ahead of conference
Asia-Pacific markets displayed a mixed performance on Friday, with Chinese stocks leading gains ahead of an anticipated policy meeting, while other regional markets tracked Wall Street's overnight decline.
National World 'minded to recommend' improved offer from Media Concierge
National World said on Friday that it was "minded to recommend" a final and improved takeover offer from Media Concierge Limited at 23p per share in cash.
SDX Energy to delist shares from AIM
Exploration and production SDX Energy revealed on Friday that it will look to delist from London's AIM market and become a private company.