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Pound slumps amid general election speculation
Sterling slumped on Wednesday, hitting its worst level in nearly two weeks amid speculation about a general election.
Philip Morris and Altria end merger talks
Merger talks between US tobacco companies Philip Morris International and Altria have ended.
US new home sales rise more than expected in August
Sales of new US single-family homes rose more than expected in August, according to data released by the Commerce Department on Wednesday.
FTSE 100 movers: TUI gives back some gains; Sainsbury's rallies
London’s FTSE 100 was down 0. 4% at 7,261. 14 in afternoon trade on Wednesday as sentiment was dented by political woes on both sides of the pond, but the index fared better than its European peers as sterling slumped.
Thursday preview: Mitchells & Butlers update, US Q2 GDP in focus
Attention will turn to the US on Thursday amid a dearth of UK data points, but updates from the likes of Mitchells & Butlers and Eve Sleep will keep investors busy in London.
London midday: Political woes dent Footsie; Sainsbury's bucks trend
London stocks had fallen further into the red by midday on Wednesday as political woes on both sides of the pond dented sentiment.
Berenberg downgrades BBA Aviation, highlights full valuation
BBA Aviation was under the cosh on Wednesday as Berenberg cut its rating on the shares to ‘hold’ from ‘buy’ following the company’s first-half results and its disposal of parts distributor Ontic, pointing to a full valuation and limited near-term catalysts.
Boohoo interim revenue beats expectations
Fast-fashion retailer Boohoo posted a surge in interim profit on Wednesday amid revenue growth across brands and geographies, with a particularly strong performance from its international business, as revenue for the 12 months topped £1bn for the first time.
Stobart trading in line as Southend passenger numbers grow
Southend Airport owner Stobart Group said on Wednesday that it was trading in line with market expectations, with "strong" commercial progress in its core energy and aviation divisions.
Aston Martin $150m bond issue a success; analysts wary on borrowing costs
Luxury car maker Aston Martin Lagonda said it had successfully raised $150m from a bond issue, with an option for a further $100m, but analysts expressed caution on high borrowing costs.
Hornby regrets not making 'Brexit-themed' model
Model train set maker Hornby said on Wednesday that its full-year performance would depend on Christmas trading as it expressed regret that it had not produced "a Brexit-themed model".
London open: Stocks drop as impeachment, Brexit concerns weigh
London stocks fell in early trade on Wednesday, taking their cue from downbeat sessions in the US and Asia as investors mulled political developments in the UK and US.
Diploma makes two acquisitions for up to £15.5m
Diploma said on Wednesday that it recently made two acquisitions in seals and life sciences for up to £15. 5m.
PZ Cussons expects flat full-year results amid 'challenging' markets
Imperial Leather maker PZ Cussons said on Wednesday that full-year results are expected to be in line with the previous year amid "challenging" market conditions.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower amid geopolitical concerns
London stocks were set to fall at the open on Wednesday, taking their cue from downbeat sessions in the US and Asia amid geopolitical concerns.
Wednesday newspaper round-up: Wrightbus, Brexit, Woodford, Thomas Cook
Wrightbus, one of Northern Ireland’s largest employers with 1,400 staff, is expected to slump into administration tomorrow after failing to securing an eleventh-hour rescue deal. The move will represent the UK’s second largest insolvency of the week, following the liquidation of the holiday group, Thomas Cook. – Guardian.