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Europe midday: Shares rebound on strong results, Entra bid
European stocks had rebounded by midday after a sluggish start on Wednesday as strong corporate updates and takeover activity boosted sentiment.
Europe open: Shares muted as inflation worries weigh; Entra soars
European stocks continued in downbeat mood at the opening on Wednesday as investors continued to fret about rising inflation and supply-chain issues.
Shoe Zone shares soar as firm steps back into profit
Shares in footwear retailer Shoe Zone soared as the company said it expected to swing to an annual profit, but warned that Covid, supply-chain and inflationary issues still presented challenges in the next 12 months.
KPMG made 'untruthful' defence in Silentnight case - FRC
KPMG mounted an untruthful defence and withheld evidence from regulators as it tried to cut a fine for misconduct during the sale of bed maker Silentnight, the UK’s accounting watchdog said on Wednesday.
Just Eat Q3 orders rise 25%; US market weak
Online food delivery service Just Eat Takeaway. com reported a 25% rise in third quarter orders to 266 million, missing analysts’ estimates of 287 million.
Marstons sales rebound to growth over pre-pandemic levels in Q4
Pub company Marston's reported a rebound in sales during the fourth quarter over pre-Covid pandemic levels as lockdown restrictions eased over the year.
Barratt says demand strong despite tapering of Help to Buy
House builder Barratt said strong demand for its homes had continued over the past three months with sales above pre-pandemic levels despite a reduction in government incentives.