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Brexit: What to expect if there is no deal by Christmas
The UK government still has a lot of work to do ahead of it regarding Brexit.
London close: Investors play it safe ahead of G-20
Investors exercised caution heading into the G20 meeting of world leaders in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the weekend.
FTSE 250 movers: Kier crumbles, Amigo hit by 'sell' note
London's FTSE 250 was down 0. 63% at 18,491. 58 in afternoon trade on Friday, with Kier taking a dive after announcing debt reduction plans.
Europe close: Shares head into the weekend on a mixed note
Stocks on the Continent finished the session mostly on a down note, but off their worst levels, as trading on Wall Street got off to a positive start, with traders hoping for the best out the G-20 leaders meeting in Buenos Aires at the weekend.
Sector movers: Construction sector feels shockwaves from Kier caution
There was a late wobble for the construction sector, sparked by a statement from Kier alongside its plans for a rights issue, while property developers and housebuilding companies were also swathed in red.
Director dealings: Alpha Financial chief executive lowers stake
Alpha Financial Markets chief executive Euan Fraser disposed of 678,040 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed asset and wealth management consultant.
Kier warns of 'growing risks' as it plots £264m rights issue
Kier has secured backing to raise £264m in a rights issue to reduce borrowing as management see increased risks associated with its net debt position.
Broker tips: Sage, Thomas Cook, BTG
Sage was under pressure on Friday as Goldman Sachs downgraded its stance on the software company to 'neutral' from 'buy' and cut the price target to 670p from 780p, arguing that the risk/reward is now more balanced following estimate resets and a more realistic revised outlook.
Marriott stock falls after revealing vast data breach
Shares of Marriott International fell on Friday after the hotel revealed a data security breach that may have affected around 500m guests.
US, Canada and Mexico sign new trade deal at G20 summit
Leaders from the US, Canada and Mexico meeting at the G20 summit in Buenos Aires on Friday signed a new trade agreement that will replace NAFTA.
Mosman progresses towards drilling Stanley-2
Oil exploration, development and production company Mosman Oil and Gas updated the market on the Stanley-2 development well, targeting oil in the Yegua sands, on Friday.
US open: Small gains before Trump and Xi meet at G20
Trading on Wall Street started with small gains on Friday as investors eyed the G20 summit, with Donald Trump Xi Jinping set to meet to discuss trade the following day.
Shire gets EC approval for hereditary angioedema jab
Shire's injectable treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE) has been cleared for launch in Europe, having enjoyed early success in the US.
FTSE 100 movers: Miners and housebuilders slump; Vodafone gains
London's FTSE 100 was down 0. 6% to 6,994. 45 in afternoon trade on Friday, with miners and housebuilders in the red.
Rotala sells Avonmouth depot, hedges diesel requirements
Rotala announced the sale of its freehold depot at Avonmouth, Bristol to Umberdata Avonmouth - a property investment company - for a cash consideration of £2. 09m on Friday.
Global Petroleum upbeat after Rome tribunal rejects two appeals
Global Petroleum announced on Friday that two appeals against the Environmental Decrees for its applications in the Southern Adriatic had been rejected by the Administrative Tribunal In Rome.
BlueRock Diamonds denies claims by former director Riaan Visser
Diamond mining company BlueRock Diamonds updated the market on claims made by its former director Riaan Visser on Friday.
Mporium Group launches new performance-led trading division
Event-driven technology firm Mporium Group announced the launch of its performance-led trading division ‘MporiumX’ on Friday.
Live Company to lease 'Mythical Beasts' to Korea's AWC firm
Live Company announced on Friday that its wholly-owned touring subsidiary, Bricklive Touring. Has entered into an agreement with South Korean company AWC Asia for the lease of the group's ‘Mythical Beasts’ touring assets until December 2021.