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London close: Stocks finish firmer as defence plays surge
London's financial markets closed on a positive note on Monday, bolstered by a significant surge in defense stocks amid expectations of increased military expenditure.
ON Semiconductor reportedly mulling Allegro takeover bid
ON Semiconductor is exploring a potential acquisition of Allegro MicroSystems, it emerged on Monday, as the chip sector looked to consolidate amid an uncertain demand outlook.
Landore reports positive results from Junior Lake infill drilling
Landore Resources reported positive results from its 2024 infill drill core sampling programme at the Junior Lake property in Ontario on Monday, reinforcing the gold potential at both the BAM Gold Deposit and the Lamaune Gold Exploration Target.
Transense division secures three-year contract with Logistics UK
Transense Technologies, through its Translogik division, announced on Monday that it has secured a three-year contract with Logistics UK to digitise vehicle inspection processes.
Science Group ups Ricardo shareholding to just under 12pc
Science Group announced on Monday that it has increased its shareholding in Ricardo to 7. 26 million shares, representing 11. 67% of the voting rights.
Pantheon Resources to start flow testing Megrez-1 well
Pantheon Resources announced on Monday that it will start flow testing at its Megrez-1 well on Alaska’s North Slope before the end of March, targeting six of the seven identified pay zones.
Asia report: Most markets rise as investors watch for tariff news
Asia-Pacific markets mostly rose on Monday, as investors awaited further clarity on US president Donald Trump’s tariff plans, set to take effect this week.
Everplay subsidiary inks game deal with LEGO, BBC Studios
Everplay announced on Monday that its subsidiary StoryToys has partnered with the LEGO Group and BBC Studios to develop a new mobile game based on the Emmy and BAFTA-winning Bluey TV series.
Hunting offloads Rival Downhole Tools in $13.1m deal
Hunting announced on Monday that it has completed the sale of its 23% equity stake in Rival Downhole Tools to a third party, for $13. 1m.
Crypto prices surge as Trump outlines plans for US reserve
Cryptocurrency prices surged into Monday morning, after US president Donald Trump announced that Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana,and Cardano would be included in a proposed US strategic crypto reserve.
Eurozone manufacturing PMI showing signs of recovery
The eurozone's manufacturing sector showed signs of improvement in February, according to fresh data released on Monday, with the HCOB eurozone manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rising to a two-year high of 47. 6 from 46. 6 in January.
Ramsdens reports continued strong trading as chair steps down
Ramsdens reported continued strong trading across its key income streams for the first five months of the financial year on Monday, benefiting from high gold prices in its precious metals segment.
LondonMetric secures £13.2m more in annual rental income
LondonMetric Property said in an update on Monday that it has secured £13. 2m in additional annual rental income this financial year through 122 lettings, regears, and rent reviews, including £5. 5m since 30 September.
HICL Infrastructure to expand share buyback by £100m
HICL Infrastructure announced a significant expansion of its share buyback programme on Monday, increasing it by £100m to run until the end of 2025.
Symphony Environmental Tech rises after Brazil court ruling
Symphony Environmental Technologies welcomed a ruling by Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) on Monday, upholding Complementary Law 233/2008, which mandates the use of reusable, biodegradable, or oxo-biodegradable plastic bags in commercial establishments in the City of Piracicaba.
AstraZeneca's Imfinzi gets recommended for fresh EU approval
AstraZeneca announced on Monday that Imfinzi, or durvalumab, has been recommended for approval in the European Union for adults with resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) at high risk of recurrence and without EGFR mutations or ALK rearrangements.
Viavi to buy Spirent's ethernet business, AstraZeneca's Imfinzi gets fresh EU recommendation
London open The FTSE 100 is expected to open 45 points higher on Monday, having closed up 0. 61% on Friday at 8,809. 74.