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US reportedly set to delay new Chinese trade tariffs
Negotiators from the US and China are working to postpone the introduction of new tariffs on Chinese exports in mid-December.
Koovs placed into administration
Indian online fashion retailer Koovs has been placed into administration after failing to secure investment from its largest shareholder, Future Lifestyle Fashions.
Trump pressures Japan to choose US contractor over BAE Systems
Donald Trump is piling the pressure on Tokyo to choose a US defence contractor to develop replacements for its F-2 multi-role combat aircraft instead of Britain's BAE Systems.
US third quarter labour cost growth revised lower
The productivity of American workers dipped during the third quarter, but unit labour costs rose by less than previously thought, revised data showed.
Anglo American cuts iron ore, diamond guidance
Anglo American cut its production guidance on Tuesday for iron ore, diamonds and coal.
US pre-open: Futures point to losses as trade remains in focus
US futures had stocks opening lower on Tuesday as market participants remained glued to their screens for any hint of fresh developments in the ongoing US-China trade war.
JP Morgan sees trade deal and elections driving S&P 500 to 3,400
JP Morgan strategists set a year-end 2020 'fair value' estimate for the S&P 500 of 3,400 points, telling clients that a partial trade deal and economic policy easing should drive improved business sentiment over the course of the year.
McColl's FY earnings to miss expectations after 'softer' H2
McColl’s Retail Group warned on Tuesday that adjusted earnings for the year would be "marginally" below expectations as the second half was hit by unseasonable weather and weaker consumer confidence.
RBC Capital Markets upgrades Marks & Spencer to ‘outperform’
RBC Capital Markets upgraded its rating on shares of Marks & Spencer on Tuesday, saying it expects the retailer to outperform a challenging market thanks to its price investment in "high volume lines", less confusing promotional activity, a stronger new innovation pipeline and higher marketing spend.
RM ends year in line as net debt expands
RM updated the market on its full year on trading on Tuesday, reporting that it expected results for the financial year ended 30 November to be in line with expectations.
SDX Energy reaches stabilised production rate early at South Disouq
Middle East and North Africa-focussed oil and gas company SDX Energy has achieved its targeted stabilised plateau production rate of 50 million standard cubic feet per day from its operated South Disouq concession in Egypt, where it has a 55% working interest, about three months earlier than initially expected, it announced on Tuesday.
NFIB small business optimism index improves in November
Small business sentiment in the US improved more than expected in November, according to the latest survey from the National Federation of Independent Business.
Hargreaves Services associate acquires DK Recycling und Roheisen
Property services firm Hargreaves Services' associate company Hargreaves Raw Material Services has acquired a 94. 9% stake in DK Recycling und Roheisen.
Europe midday: Markets dive on Sino-US worries, German sentiment improves
European stocks were sharply lower at noon on Tuesday as investors continued to focus on US-China trade negotiations ahead of a Sunday deadline for new tariffs on Chinese exports to kick-in.
XP Power issues profit warning following shipping disruptions
Critical components manufacturer XP Power warned on Tuesday that it had experienced some short-term disruption to shipments in the third quarter, resulting in revenues and adjusted profit before tax for 2019 now looking set to come in below current market consensus.
Nexus Infrastructure profit dives amid margin pressure
Nexus Infrastructure on Tuesday reported a slump in full year profits as delays and pricing pressure saw higher costs overshadow revenue growth.
UK economy flatlines in October as construction shrinks
Britain's economy flatlined in October as growth in services was offset by a decline in construction, official figures showed.
Nissan faces £17m fine for misreporting Carlos Ghosn's pension
Nissan faces a fine of more than £17. 0m related to the carmaker's under-reporting of former chairman Carlos Ghosn's pension.
UK trade deficit widens in October as firms stockpile goods
Britain's deficit in trade with the rest of the world widened in October, as UK companies stockpiled goods ahead of the missed Brexit deadline, while overseas firms showed continued wariness towards the country's exports.