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FTSE 100 futures edge down amid cautious sentiment
Britain’s FTSE 100 index is expected to open slightly lower, with futures (z1!) down 0.06% market sentiment remains fragile as investors assess corporate news and geopolitical risks.
National grid sells us renewables unit
Britain’s national grid (ng.) announced the sale of its us onshore renewables business to Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) and partners in a deal worth $1.74 billion, including debt the move is part of national grid’s strategic shift toward core operations.
B&M warns on profits as CEO steps down
Discount retailer B&M (BME) lowered its annual core profit forecast, adding to pressure on the stock the company also announced that CEO Alex Russo will retire at the end of april, raising uncertainty about leadership continuity.
Bank of Ireland boosts returns despite profit drop
Bank of Ireland (birgi, bkir.l) reported a 4% fall in full-year pretax profit, but reassured investors by increasing shareholder returns and committing to a progressive dividend policy through 2027.
HSBC to issue $1 billion tier 1 bond
Banking giant HSBC(HSBA) is aiming to raise $1 billion in perpetual additional tier 1 dollar bonds, signaling confidence in capital strength and future lending capacity.
Shell expands north sea holdings
Energy major Shell (SHEL) will acquire Conocophillips’ (COP) stakes in the Ursa and Europa fields for $735 million, reinforcing its position in the north sea oil and gas sector.
UK job postings hit four-year low while wages rise
British employers advertised the fewest jobs in january in four years, according to job search firm Adzuna despite the slowdown in postings, salaries continued to rise, suggesting persistent inflationary pressures.
Thames water secures £3 billion liquidity extension
Britain’s thames water confirmed that its court-approved £3 billion liquidity extension will take effect on friday, ensuring financial stability for ongoing operations.
Oil prices slide amid renewed supply concerns
Crude oil prices continued their downward trend, extending last week’s losses market focus is on the resumption of Kurdistan oil exports and Ukraine peace talks, which could reshape global supply expectations.
Metals retreat as us tariff threats weigh on demand
London copper prices dipped on monday, pressured by fears that new us tariffs under Donald Trump could curb industrial demand, adding to global trade uncertainty.
Britain’s FTSE 100 index is expected to open slightly lower, with futures (z1!) down 0.06% market sentiment remains fragile as investors assess corporate news and geopolitical risks.
National grid sells us renewables unit
Britain’s national grid (ng.) announced the sale of its us onshore renewables business to Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) and partners in a deal worth $1.74 billion, including debt the move is part of national grid’s strategic shift toward core operations.
B&M warns on profits as CEO steps down
Discount retailer B&M (BME) lowered its annual core profit forecast, adding to pressure on the stock the company also announced that CEO Alex Russo will retire at the end of april, raising uncertainty about leadership continuity.
Bank of Ireland boosts returns despite profit drop
Bank of Ireland (birgi, bkir.l) reported a 4% fall in full-year pretax profit, but reassured investors by increasing shareholder returns and committing to a progressive dividend policy through 2027.
HSBC to issue $1 billion tier 1 bond
Banking giant HSBC(HSBA) is aiming to raise $1 billion in perpetual additional tier 1 dollar bonds, signaling confidence in capital strength and future lending capacity.
Shell expands north sea holdings
Energy major Shell (SHEL) will acquire Conocophillips’ (COP) stakes in the Ursa and Europa fields for $735 million, reinforcing its position in the north sea oil and gas sector.
UK job postings hit four-year low while wages rise
British employers advertised the fewest jobs in january in four years, according to job search firm Adzuna despite the slowdown in postings, salaries continued to rise, suggesting persistent inflationary pressures.
Thames water secures £3 billion liquidity extension
Britain’s thames water confirmed that its court-approved £3 billion liquidity extension will take effect on friday, ensuring financial stability for ongoing operations.
Oil prices slide amid renewed supply concerns
Crude oil prices continued their downward trend, extending last week’s losses market focus is on the resumption of Kurdistan oil exports and Ukraine peace talks, which could reshape global supply expectations.
Metals retreat as us tariff threats weigh on demand
London copper prices dipped on monday, pressured by fears that new us tariffs under Donald Trump could curb industrial demand, adding to global trade uncertainty.