News And Announcements
John Lewis of Hungerford says H2 trading in line
AIM-listed kitchen and bedroom furniture manufacturer John Lewis of Hungerford said trading in the second half, traditionally its stronger period, was in line with the expectations announced in May.
Eurotunnel sees record numbers of trucks, cars over summer
Groupe Eurotunnel reported a record August for trucks through the Channel Tunnel on Wednesday, confirming 127,729 heavy goods vehicles on Le Shuttle Freight services during the month - an increase of 1% year-on-year.
Balfour Beatty agrees sale of Blackpool Airport
Infrastructure company Balfour Beatty announced has reached an agreement with Blackpool Council to offload its majority interest in Blackpool Airport, one of Britain's first aviation sites.
Galliford Try profit at upper end of range, says outlook still positive
FTSE 250 housebuilder Galliford Try reported a drop in full-year pre-tax profit on Wednesday, but the figure was at the upper end of its guidance.
Focus on growth sees profits soar at Just Group
Retirement-focussed financial services firm Just Group reported a 39% uplift in adjusted operating profit before tax for the first half on Wednesday, to £67. 2m.