The following is a summary of top news stories Wednesday.

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COMPANIES

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US regulators fined Wall Street firms a total of $1.8 billion over...

Vela Technologies PLC posted an annual loss on Wednesday, as the firm remains without revenue.

Vela Technologies is a Bradford, England-based investment company focused on...

DX Group PLC on Wednesday reported increased profit and revenue in an interim report delayed by a corporate governance inquiry.

The Slough, England-based parcel...

CML Microsystems PLC shares surged on Wednesday, as it shared a rosy outlook for its first half and full-year.

The Essex, England-based semiconductor developer...

Zinc Media Group PLC on Wednesday reported a narrowed interim loss and a rise in revenue, as it eyes profit in the second half of...

7digital Group PLC on Wednesday came closer to breaking even in its half-year as expenses narrowed and revenue rose.

7digital is a London-based music licensing...

BHP Group Ltd - Melbourne, Australia-based mining company - Plans to redeem £600.0 million in 6.5% reset notes due in 2077 on October 22. The...

Edinburgh Investment Trust PLC - invests primarily in UK securities - Says its repayment of £100 million 7.75% debenture on September 30 is likely to...

“With the prospect of a sharp economic slowdown, further pain for households and businesses, and investor sentiment on its knees, alas equities markets continue their...

The following London-listed shares received analyst recommendations Wednesday morning and Tuesday:

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FTSE 100

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Goldman Sachs cuts Tesco price target to 255 (310) pence...