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US private sector adds more jobs than expected in August - ADP
Private sector employment in the US rose more than expected in August, according to figures released on Friday by ADP.
Weekly US unemployment claims edge up by 1,000
Initial US jobless claims were little changed over the latest reference week, pointing to still tight conditions in the jobs market.
Iran to ramp up nuclear development in defiance of US
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has ordered the removal of limits on nuclear research and development in the country just hours after US President Donald Trump said that he would be open to meeting the Iranian leader.
Boris Johnson defeats push sterling above $1.23
Sterling gained ground on Thursday, ticking above the $1. 23 mark as investors welcomed Prime Minister Boris Johnson's triple defeat in Parliament, although some analysts were sceptical the rally can continue.
Canaccord raises price target on Barratt following recent 'good progress'
Analysts at Canaccord Genuity upped their price target on British residential property development company Barratt Developments from 620. 0p to 660. 0p on Thursday, stating the group's recent "good progress" left it offering "good value in absolute terms".
Thursday broker round-up
Purplebricks Group: JP Morgan downgrades to neutral with a target price of 145p.
William Hill promotes digital chief to top job
Bookmaker William Hill has promoted chief digital officer Ulrik Bengtsson to the role of chief executive.
Ofgem fines Engie Global Markets £2.1m over gas price manipulation
UK Gas and Electricity regulator Ofgem has fined Engie Global Markets £2. 1m followinig accusations that it engaged in “spoofing” to manipulate gas prices in 2016.
Danske Bank hires Commerzbank's Stephen Engels as its new CFO
Danske Bank announced on Thursday it has appointed Stephan Engels from Commerzbank as its new chief financial officer to replace Christian Baltzer.
Europe midday: Markets rise on trade war optimism, possible Brexit delay
European shares were up Thursday lunchtime as the US and China confirmed their trade representatives will meet again and the threat of a no-deal Brexit appeared to recede.
Curtis Banks profits rise despite 'muted' market activity
Self-invested personal pension (SIPP) provider Curtis Banks posted a 14% jump in interim profit on Thursday and lifted its dividend despite muted activity in the pension transfer market.
BHP urges investors to reject motions cutting links with lobby groups
BHP on Thursday urged shareholders to reject two resolutions that would force the mining giant to cut its ties with industry lobbying groups whose aims contradict the Paris climate change accord.
US pre-open: Stocks set to continue rally as China and US agree to talks
Futures were pointing to another positive start to trading on Thursday after China's Commerce Ministry revealed that Beijing's top trade negotiator, Liu He, had spoken with US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin.
Asia report: Markets rise as China confirms fresh trade talks
Asian markets were boosted on Thursday after Beijing said negotiators from China and the US will meet in October for further trade negotiations.
Zambeef fills CFO vacancy with Faith Mukutu
Zambian food producer Zambeef appointed Faith Mukutu to its board as chief financial officer on Thursday, with immediate effect.
Boohoo shares surge as it lifts full-year guidance
Boohoo shares surged on Thursday as the fast-fashion retailer lifted its full-year guidance following strong revenue growth in the first half.
London midday: Stocks extend losses as sterling rallies on Johnson defeats
London stocks had fallen further into the red by midday on Thursday, underperforming European markets as sterling ticked above $1. 23 following Prime Minister Boris Johnson's triple defeat in parliament.
Victorian work practices return to UK as 3.7m Britons in insecure work
Victorian age inequality is making a comeback to the UK as average wages remain low and 3. 7m Britons are stuck in some form of insecure work.
Dixons Carphone maintains guidance as mobile sales fall 10%
Retailer Dixons Carphone reported a sharp fall in first quarter mobile phone sales, offset by a rise in household electricals as it maintained full year guidance.
PPHE Group interims lower; reports strong UK RevPAR
Hospitality real estate developer PPHE Hotel Group reported a sharp fall in interim pre-tax profits, although core earnings rose 5. 7% driven by a strong performance in the UK.