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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.

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.

Haaland: I've Surpassed Messi & Ronaldo

Manchester City sensation Erling Haaland makes stunning revelation about his place in football history, claiming he's eclipsed the legendary duo of Messi and Ronaldo in current standing.

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.

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.

Quiz Champion Studied 17 Hours Daily for Record Win

Discover how 24-year-old Emilien from France rewrote gameshow history with his extraordinary 17-hour daily study routine, winning over £270,000 and setting unprecedented records on European television.

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.

O'Brien Targets Breeders' Cup Record at Del Mar

Irish training maestro Aidan O'Brien arrives at the 2025 Breeders' Cup poised to smash the all-time winners record, leading a formidable European challenge against American rivals at California's iconic Del Mar racecourse.

Elon Musk Makes History With $500 Billion Fortune

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has shattered records by becoming the first person in history to amass a staggering $500 billion fortune, cementing his status as the wealthiest individual ever.

Lions Make Hutchinson Richest Non-QB in NFL History

The Detroit Lions have shattered NFL records by making defensive end Aidan Hutchinson the highest-paid non-quarterback in league history with a monumental contract extension worth up to $165 million, including an unprecedented $141 million guaranteed.

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