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London close: Stocks firmly higher after roller coaster session
London stocks had roared back to life by the close on Wednesday as investors continued to mull a slew of stimulus packages from around the world, and following the release of uninspiring data.
Katoro Gold halts some operations amid coronavirus lockdowns
Tanzania and South Africa-focussed gold and nickel exploration and development company Katoro Gold updated the market in light of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic on Wednesday.
Vp flags revenue decline amid Covid-19 disruption
Equipment rental company Vp updated the market on its trading since its interim results on 4 December on Wednesday, as well as on the impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Oakley Capital Investments confident in pandemic portfolio plans
Oakley Capital Investments (OCI) updated the market in light of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic on Wednesday, saying that itself and its investment adviser Oakley Capital were placing the safety and welfare of colleagues, investors and all other stakeholders as its highest priority.
Ergomed earnings rise as it begins Covid therapy testing
Pharmaceutical services company Ergomed reported a 26. 1% improvement in its revenue to £68. 3m on a comparable basis in its full-year results on Wednesday.
Ilika not anticipating change to expectations from coronavirus pandemic
Solid state battery technology company Ilika updated the market on Wednesday, on the actions it had taken to minimise the impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic on its business.
Novacyt signs manufacturing deal with Yourgene for Covid test
Clinical diagnostics company Novacyt announced on Wednesday that it has signed an agreement for certain contract manufacturing services with molecular diagnostics firm Yourgene Health.
Cora Gold prepares operating camps for Covid-19
West Africa-focussed Cora Gold updated the market in response to the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic on Wednesday, saying that it placed the safety and wellbeing of its employees and contractors as its highest priority.
Asia report: Markets surge as US lawmakers agree huge stimulus
Markets in Asia were higher across the board on Wednesday, led by stocks in Japan, as investors reacted to the news that lawmakers in the US had agreed to a $2trn coronavirus stimulus package, leading to some monster gains on Wall Street overnight.
St. Modwen adjourns AGM and divi decision as it tightens belt for Covid
St. Modwen Properties announced the adjournment of its annual general meeting, and the 5. 1p per share final dividend, as a result of the ongoing Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic on Wednesday.
Unite Group announces cost savings, cancels dividend
Unite Group updated the market on the potential impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic on its business on Wednesday, and the measures it was taking to mitigate the resulting risks.
Avon Rubber wins US defence contract worth at least $19m
Avon Rubber announced a competitively-awarded firm fixed price contract to supply the United States Defense Logistics Agency with ‘enhanced small arms protective inserts’ (ESAPI) body armour plates on Wednesday.
United Utilities to end year a 'high performing company'
United Utilities updated the market on its trading ahead of its full-year results on Wednesday, saying it was currently in line with its expectations for the year ending 31 March.
Bellway warns of slowdown in demand, Rentokil cancels dividend
London open The FTSE 100 is expected to open 164 points higher on Wednesday, having closed up 9. 05% at 5,446. 01 on Tuesday.