TOP NEWS: Whitbread profit up, sets new £300 million share buyback

Whitbread PLC on Wednesday said profit rose in the first half of its financial year, in line with rising revenue, while it also launched a...

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 08:57


TOP NEWS: Barratt Developments laments UK mortgage challenges

Barratt Developments PLC on Wednesday gave a trading update ahead of its annual general meeting, noting mortgage challenges for potential homebuyers.

The Leicestershire, England-based housebuilder said...

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 08:36


UPDATE: Qatar signs 27-year natural gas deal with UK’s Shell

Qatar has agreed to supply British firm Shell PLC with natural gas for 27 years, the Gulf emirate’s state-owned energy company announced on Wednesday.

Since Moscow’s invasion...

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 07:49


TOP NEWS: BHP first quarter production down, but 2024 guidance same

BHP Group Ltd said on Wednesday it had maintained its annual production guidance for its 2024 financial year, though production at its diverse operations fell...

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 07:45


TOP NEWS: UK inflation unchanged at 6.7% in September

UK inflation proved unexpectedly stubborn in September, according to data from the Office for National Statistics on Wednesday.

The ONS said consumer prices rose 6.7% annually...

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 07:15


UK carmakers sound alarm over customs duties in Europe

The UK automakers industry warned Wednesday that they will soon face a damaging 10% hike in customs duties on electric cars crossing the Channel.

Britain left...

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 06:31


Glencore to close huge Australian Mount Isa copper mine

Swiss commodities firm Glencore PLC said Wednesday it would close one of Australia’s biggest copper mines as it reaches the end of its life after...

Wed, 18/10/2023 - 06:00


UK Prime Minister Sunak could visit Israel as soon as Thursday

Rishi Sunak could visit Israel as soon as Thursday, according to reports, amid growing concerns about the crisis in the Middle East.

The Prime Minister could...

Tue, 17/10/2023 - 21:06


IN BRIEF: ACG Acquisition seeks to extend acquisition deadline

ACG Acquisition Co Ltd - special purpose acquisition company focused on new economy metals and other mining materials - Plans to seek shareholder approval to...

Tue, 17/10/2023 - 19:37


IN BRIEF: Aura Energy looks to significantly expand Tiris Project

Aura Energy Ltd - London-based minerals company that holds projects in Mauritania and Sweden - Reports it has acquired additional radiometric survey data, reviewed historical...

Tue, 17/10/2023 - 18:34


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