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UK CPI inflation falls back to 1.6% in July, lower than expected
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
The consumer price index (CPI) fell back to a reading of 1.6% year-on-year in July from 1.9% in the month before, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Wood Group reaps benefits of US shale boom in first half
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
First-half earnings at energy services provider John Wood Group were flat but slightly better than the market was expecting as the company benefitted from strong activity in the US shale sector.
UK CPI falls back to 1.6% in July
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
The consumer price index (CPI) fell back to a reading of 1.6% year-on-year in July from 1.9% in the month before, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Wood Group reaps benefits of US shale boom in first half
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
First-half earnings at energy services provider John Wood Group were flat but slightly better than the market was expecting as the company benefitted from strong activity in the US shale sector.
FirstGroup shortlisted for TransPennine Express franchise
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
FirstGroup has confirmed it has been shortlisted to extend its operation of the TransPennine Express franchise in the north of England and cross-border services to Scotland, which it has run since 2004.
BHP to spin off non-core assets as annual profits rise - UPDATE
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
Details of BHP Billiton's hotly-anticipated "portfolio simplification" were unveiled on Tuesday morning with the miner announcing plans to create an independent company comprising its aluminium, coal, manganese, nickel and silver assets.
Broker tips: BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, Persimmon
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
BHP Billiton's proposed demerger may have disappointed some shareholders with the absence of a one-off capital return, but The Share Centre still rates the mining giant as a 'buy' on the back of its diversification and capital efficiency.
US close: Nasdaq hits 14-year high as geopolitical concerns ease
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
US stocks rose strongly on Monday with the Nasdaq hitting a 14-year high as abating tensions in Ukraine and better-than-expected housing data provided a lift.
Rio Tinto's single-commodity exposure not a bad thing, says Investec
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
Rio Tinto's heavy exposure to iron ore shouldn't necessarily be seen by the market as a bad thing, according to Investec.
London pre-open: FTSE to continue higher as geopolitical risk falls
Tuesday 19 Aug 2014
The FTSE is set to continue its journey higher this morning as geopolitical tensions ease and attention turns to central banks.
Fenner's financial director steps down
Monday 18 Aug 2014
UK manufacturing firm Fenner on Tuesday announced its finance director Richard Perry is stepping down in January 2015.
FTSE 100 movers: ARM lifted by Goldman Sachs rating
Monday 18 Aug 2014
ARM Holdings was lifted by Goldman Sachs, which put the chipmaker on its 'conviction buy' list.
Michael Page chairman grows stake after strong Q1 results
Monday 18 Aug 2014
A round-up of the biggest director deals today so far.
Big Yellow refinances bank facilities
Monday 18 Aug 2014
Storage provider Big Yellow Group has refinanced its bank facilities, increasing the average unexpired term to 7.8 years, with a lower average cost of debt.
London close: FTSE lifted by geopolitical developments
Monday 18 Aug 2014
The FTSE maintained its upwards trend throughout Monday's session, ultimately ending 52.17 points higher at 6,741.25.
Nationwide profits up 117%, but mortgage lending falls
Monday 18 Aug 2014
Nationwide reported on Monday a decline in UK mortgage lending, signalling a further slowdown in the housing market.
Tesco shares fall on dividend cut fears
Monday 18 Aug 2014
Tesco's share price was under pressure on Monday as investors expressed concerns with the sustainability of its dividend after a major shareholder suggested that the company should slash its payout.
Gaza ceasefire expires at midnight as talks show little progress
Monday 18 Aug 2014
The five-day ceasefire between Palestine and Israel expires on Monday at midnight after a five-week conflict which has killed more than 2,000 people.
Carney accused of delaying rate rise until after elections
Monday 18 Aug 2014
Mark Carney, the Governor of the Bank of England, has been accused of trying to put off an interest rate rise until after the next general election.
US pre-open: Stock futures gain as investors watch Ukraine crisis talks
Monday 18 Aug 2014
US stock futures were pointing to a strong start on Wall Street on Monday on easing geopolitical tensions in Ukraine.
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