WPP shares leap on takeover bid speculation
WPP's share price surged as speculation mounted over potential takeover interest from rival Havas and private equity firms. Discover the latest on the advertising giant's future.
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London snow forecast: Exact date for 2025 snowfall
Discover when London is set for its first snowfall of 2025, with a light dusting forecast for November. Get the full Met Office and BBC weather outlook.
£5.3bn FTSE 250 Infrastructure Merger Agreed
HICL Infrastructure and TRIG agree a £5.3bn merger to form the UK's largest listed infrastructure firm. Discover the details and market impact.
FTSE 100 drops on Budget uncertainty and AI bubble fears
The FTSE 100 fell sharply as Labour's Budget U-turn and Wall Street tech losses created a perfect storm. Discover the market reaction and expert analysis.
UK faces -7C freeze and snow after Storm Claudia
Temperatures are set to plummet to -7C across the UK with a chance of snow, following severe flooding from Storm Claudia. Get the latest forecast and safety advice.
Top 100 Ashes Cricketers List Sparks Debate
The Guardian's definitive ranking of 100 greatest Ashes cricketers has ignited passionate discussions among cricket experts. Discover who made the cut and why the top 10 selections are causing controversy.
How Guardian's Ashes Top 100 Votes Were Cast
Exclusive breakdown reveals how cricket experts voted in The Guardian's definitive Ashes Top 100 list. Discover the voting patterns and methodology behind the rankings.
Lloyds and Natwest shares fall in budget fears sell-off
Lloyds and Natwest led FTSE 100 falls as UK bank stocks dropped over 2%. Discover the budget fears sparking this sell-off and what analysts say comes next.
Shane Warne Named Greatest Ashes Cricketer in Top 100
Shane Warne crowned greatest Ashes cricketer in definitive top 100 list. Discover the legends who shaped cricket's ultimate rivalry and their unforgettable moments.
Global markets fall after tech sell-off and China fears
World stock markets tumble as tech shares plummet and Chinese economic data disappoints. Discover how this affects UK investors and what experts predict next.
FTSE 100 Falls 1% Amid Budget Chaos and Tax U-turns
The FTSE 100 plunged over 1% as UK economic growth stalled at 0.1%. Budget uncertainty and income tax U-turns create market chaos. Read the full analysis.
FTSE 100 closes in on 10,000 after US outperformance
The FTSE 100 is on the verge of hitting 10,000, a historic milestone achieved by outperforming US indices. Discover the drivers behind the UK market's surprising strength.
FTSE 100 approaches 10,000 after record run
The FTSE 100 hits 9,899.60p amid US shutdown resolution and AI market jitters. Discover how traditional stocks shield UK investors from global turbulence.
ESG Firms Fell Twice as Much as FTSE 100
UK firms with high ESG ratings fell twice as much as the FTSE 100 in 2024, a new report reveals, questioning the cost and performance of sustainable investing.
Oxford Instruments shares surge despite profit decline
Oxford Instruments shares jumped nearly 10% as the FTSE 250 firm recovered from early-year disruption. Revenue fell 7.9% to £185.5m, but strong order momentum and semiconductor sales boosted investor confidence.
Princes shares jump as boss eyes M&A spree
Princes Group shares surged nearly 5% as CEO Simon Harrison announced plans for acquisitions following their London Stock Exchange listing. Pre-tax earnings jumped 51% to £111.1m. Discover the full story.
UK Retail Braces for Black Friday & Budget
UK retailers face a tense November with Black Friday sales and the Autumn Budget. New data reveals sluggish retail sales and rising unemployment. Stay informed on the latest market analysis.
Diageo Appoints 'Drastic Dave' Lewis as New CEO
FTSE 100 drinks giant Diageo appoints Sir Dave Lewis as CEO, sparking a 7.5% share price surge. Can the turnaround specialist save the Guinness owner? Read the full analysis.
Schwimmer urges Reeves to unleash £100bn stock market boom
London Stock Exchange chief Julia Hoggett joins forces with former boss Xavier Rolet in urgent plea to Rachel Reeves to unlock Britain's investment potential and spark £100bn market boom.
FTSE 100 Soars as Bank of England Holds Interest Rates
London's FTSE 100 surged to record highs while the Bank of England kept interest rates steady. AstraZeneca and Sainsbury's impressed with robust earnings in a dramatic trading session.
London Tech Stocks Rally After Market Sell-Off
FTSE tech sector bounces back strongly following Tuesday's dramatic sell-off, with major London-listed technology companies leading the charge in Wednesday's trading session.
Trainline profits double as digital ticketing defies rail strikes
Trainline reports staggering 21% revenue growth and doubled profits as passengers flock to digital ticketing despite ongoing industrial action across UK rail networks.
UK Centenarians: Share Your Century of Wisdom
The Guardian is seeking UK centenarians to share their extraordinary life stories and unique perspectives on a century of change. If you're 100 or older, or know someone who is, we want to hear from you.
Primark splits from ABF in corporate shake-up
Associated British Foods announces historic separation of Primark from its food business, creating two independent FTSE 100 companies in landmark corporate restructuring.
LSEG begins £1bn share buyback with Citigroup
London Stock Exchange Group initiates massive £1 billion share repurchase scheme, appointing Citigroup to execute the programme in strategic capital return move.
BP profits plunge 70% as oil prices retreat
BP reports staggering 70% profit drop as oil prices retreat from Ukraine war peaks. Discover how the energy titan is navigating market turbulence while maintaining shareholder payouts.
Met Office: Perfect Bonfire Night Weather for 2025
The Met Office has confirmed ideal conditions for Bonfire Night celebrations across most of the UK, with clear skies and light winds creating perfect firework viewing opportunities.
OPEC Halts Oil Output Hikes as Prices Surge Above $84
OPEC+ halts planned oil output increases, sending crude prices soaring above $84. Meanwhile, UK manufacturing activity contracts for the 29th consecutive month amid ongoing economic pressures.
Informa CEO shifts tax residency to UAE
Stephen Carter, CEO of FTSE 100 events giant Informa, has relocated his tax residency to the UAE amid growing business expansion in the Middle East region.
Trump-Xi Trade Deal Sends Oil Prices Soaring
Global markets surge as Trump and Xi announce major trade breakthrough, sending oil prices skyrocketing and triggering a rally across London's FTSE 100.
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