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FTSE 250 movers: IG Group climbs, Dunelm drops
London's FTSE 250 was 0. 15% higher at 20,083. 88 in afternoon trade on Thursday, with IG Group leading the index higher.
Petrofac to sell Mexican operations for up to $276m
Petrofac on Thursday agreed to sell its remaining 51% interest in its operations in Mexico, including Santuario, Magallanes and Arenque, to Perenco International for up to $276m.
Europe midday: Markets climb after BoE and Fed rates announcements
European stocks were higher at lunchtime on Thursday, as investors digested the impact the Fed's latest rate cut and the Bank of England held its own rates steady.
Bilby swings to loss after cancelling P&R contracts
Shares in Bilby dropped on Thursday after it swung to an annual loss as revenue stumbled on the back of trading losses suffered by subsidiary company P&R.
Ryanair shareholders almost block O'Leary's €99m bonus
Ryanair investors launched a significant revolt on Thursday, almost blocking a pay report that granted chief executive Michael O'Leary a bonus that could be worth as much as €99m (£88m).
Sound Energy drops after poor exploration results and deepened loss
Shares in Sound Energy dropped on Thursday as the oil and gas explorer said a disappointing period had seen poor results from two exploration wells and a deepened interim loss.
Johnson Matthey reiterates full year guidance
Johnson Matthey reiterated full year guidance and revealed plans to boost shareholder returns as it outlined future targets on its capital markets day on Thursday.
Diageo affirms sales targets, but warns not immune on global trade shifts
Drinks company Diageo warned it was not immune to changes in global trade policy but expected to meet net sales and operating profit growth targets.
Europe open: Markets rise after Fed cuts rates, BoE statement eyed
European stocks were higher on Thursday morning, as investors digested the impact the Fed's latest rate cut and eyed the next Bank of England monetary policy statement.