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Europe midday: Markets edge downward amid Sino-US drama
European stocks were slightly lower at lunchtime on Thursday, as trade negotiations between Beijing and Washington appeared to stumble, while Germany narrowly avoided falling into a technical recession.
Young & Co hikes dividend despite dip in profits
Young & Co on Thursday reported a drop in interim profits, though the company raised its dividend after revenues climbed on the back of new acquisitions.
Airtel Africa attempts to boost Nigerian growth with $70m acquisition
Airtel Africa on Thursday announced that its subsidiary, Airtel Networks, has agreed to acquire an additional 10. 0MHz of spectrum in the 900 MHZ band in Nigeria for a consideration of $70. 0m.
Great Portland Estates hikes dividend as profit jumps
Great Portland Estates raised its interim dividend after double-digit profit growth on Thursday, as it said the second half of the year had started well despite macro-economic uncertainty.
National Grid profits fall as US turnover stumbles
National Grid reported a drop in interim profits on Thursday, after a decline in US revenue, although the company remained confident of continued outperformance from its UK business.
Europe open: Markets drop as Sino-US talks falter, German GDP grows
European stocks were lower on Thursday morning, as trade negotiations between Beijing and Washington appeared to stumble, while Germany narrowly avoided falling into a technical recession.