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FX round-up: Traders watching risk of worsening geopolitical crises
Wednesday 06 Aug 2014
Foreign exchange markets were largely unchanged on Monday as investors tried to take stock of the global geopolitical situation at the start of the week and in a light day in terms of economic data.
Rio Tinto sees H1 profits jump on cost-cutting
Wednesday 06 Aug 2014
Rio Tinto hailed an "outstanding performance" in the first half as underlying earnings jumped by over a fifth and cash flow generation increased, with the miner topping its cash cost reduction target ahead of schedule.
Standard Chartered sees H1 profits fall 20%, faces another US fine
Wednesday 06 Aug 2014
Asia-focused banking group Standard Chartered saw profits drop by a fifth in the first half on the back of continued weakness in the Financial Markets division, as well as challenges in Korea.
London pre-open: Ukraine crisis to send UK stocks lower early on
Wednesday 06 Aug 2014
Heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine, a late sell-off on Wall Street and a surprise drop in German factory orders are expected to feed into a lower open for UK markets on Wednesday.
FTSE 100 movers: Pharma stocks drop as regulation looks to derail M&A
Wednesday 06 Aug 2014
Shire, the pharmaceutical group which has agreed to a £32bn takeover by Abbvie, saw its shares decline sharply on Wednesday on concerns that stricter rules on so-called 'tax inversion' in the States could scupper the deal.
Easyjet sees passenger numbers rise 7.7% in July
Wednesday 06 Aug 2014
Budget carrier Easyjet said that passenger numbers in July were 7.7% higher than last year.
Russia reportedly amassing troops near Ukrainian border
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Russia has significantly ramped up the number of troops on the eastern border of Ukraine in the last few days, according to reports on Tuesday evening.
Walgreens set to complete acquisition of Alliance Boots
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
US giant Walgreens is set to complete its acquisition of Alliance Boots, Britain's biggest pharmacy chain for £5bn.
Easyjet sees passenger numbers rise 7.7% in July
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Budget carrier Easyjet said that passenger numbers in July were 7.7% higher than last year.
Aviva moving in "right direction" with first-half results
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
As it looks to turn around its fortunes, Aviva showed resilience in the face of a fast-shifting industry and delivered half-year improvements in its five key metrics, increasing cash flow, operating profits and new business, as well as cutting both costs and its combined operating ratio.
Samsung loses top spot in China and India
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Samsung Electronics fell to the number two seller of smartphones in China and India in the second quarter of the year.
London close: Traders waiting on MPC meeting, watching Russia
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
UK stocks managed the slightest of gains on Tuesday as traders picked up bargains after a 2% slump for the FTSE 100 over the last four sessions. Gains however were limited by reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered his country's parliament to respond to the latest Western sanctions.
Grainger sees profits rise, but sentiment dampened in housing market
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Residential property group Grainger said profits in the 10 months to July were up 20%, but noted a recent cooling of the UK housing market after a strong performance so far this year.
British Airways cancels flights to Sierra Leone and Liberia over Ebola outbreak
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
British Airways on Tuesday cancelled flights to Sierra Leone and Liberia following an Ebola virus outbreak.
Broker tips: Royal Mail, Meggitt, Intertek, Imagination
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Royal Mail Group's (RMG) stock was dented on Tuesday by comments from Credit Suisse, which said it sees "no near-term positive catalysts" for the postal company.
Toyota sales grow in Q1 as Europe offsets Japan decline
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Toyota has reported first quarter net profit rose 4.6% from a year ago to ¥587bn, as the car maker's sales grew.
London midday: UK stocks bounce despite mixed earnings
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
UK stocks advanced on Tuesday despite a mixed reaction to a wave of corporate earnings, as investors picked up bargains after a 2% slump for the FTSE 100 over the last four sessions.
FTSE 100 movers: Meggitt disappoints with falling profits, airlines drop
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Shares in Meggitt dropped sharply after it said profits dropped in the first half, reflecting the impact of currency headwinds and disposals on revenue. Underlying pre-tax profit sank 21% to £143.8m, well below analysts' forecasts.
Credit Suisse expects Royal Mail to miss margin targets
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
Royal Mail Group's (RMG) stock was dented on Tuesday by comments from Credit Suisse, which said it sees "no near-term positive catalysts" for the postal company.
RSA reports 9% fall in first half net written premiums
Tuesday 05 Aug 2014
RSA returned to profit in the first six months of the year, to the tune of £69m before tax.
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