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Asia report: Most markets higher ahead of US-China deal signing
Markets in Asia ended mostly in the green on Tuesday, as sentiment turned more positive ahead of the signing of the first phase trade deal between the United States and China later in the week.
Britain, France and UK trigger Iran deal's dispute resolution mechanism
Britain, France and Germany triggered the so-called dispute mechanism contained in the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran.
London midday: Stocks slip ahead of US earnings; trade deal in focus
London stocks were a little lower by midday on Tuesday as details emerged of the 'phase one' Sino-US trade deal due to be signed this week, with investors cautious ahead of a slew of key US bank earnings.
US small business optimism deteriorates more than expected
Small business sentiment in the US deteriorated more than expected in in December, according to the latest survey form the National Federation of Independent Business.
Europe open: Stocks flat as EU trade chief heads to Washington
European stocks were again mostly treading water in early trading as the European Union's trade commissioner travels to Washington for three days of talks, with some observers seeing room for heightened tensions.
China reports surge in exports ahead of crucial trade deal
China’s exports grew for the first time in five months in December, official data showed on Tuesday, comfortably beating expectations.
Eden Research losses widen despite 'good commercial progress'
Biopesticide manufacturer Eden Research said on Tuesday that losses looked set to have almost tripled in its last trading year despite making some "good commercial progress" during the period.
Science in Sport expects FY results in line with expectations
Performance nutrition company Science in Sport expects its full-year trading results for 2019 to be in line with market expectations and show a strong performance in key growth metrics.
D4T4 secures new contract wins for Celebrus
Data solutions provider D4T4 Solutions scored some new contract wins for its Celebrus data collection software across key vertical sectors on Tuesday.
Gambling Commission bans use of credit cards for online bets
The UK's gambling regulator has banned the industry from allowing credit cards to be used to pay for online bets from April.
Telit Communications sees EBITDA growth despite drop in sales
Internet of Things enabler Telit Communications expects to report higher full-year underlying earnings despite recording a drop in total group revenues.
Boohoo lifts FY revenue guidance after record quarter
Fast fashion retailer Boohoo lifted its full-year revenue guidance on Tuesday after record trading in the final quarter of last year.
US takes China off currency manipulators list
The US government dropped its designation of China as a currency manipulator as both sides moved towards a trade deal.
DFS H1 sales decline but FY profit seen in line with market views
Furniture retailer DFS reported a decline in interim revenue on Tuesday but said full-year profit was set to meet market expectations.
888 Holdings' CFO to stand down in 2020
Online gaming business 888 Holdings on Tuesday said chief financial officer Aviad Kobrine will stand down during 2020 after serving more than 15 years with the group.
PageGroup finishes record year with difficult fourth quarter
PageGroup updated the market on its fourth quarter and full year of trading on Tuesday, reporting a 0. 4% decline in constant group gross profit in the final three months of the year, or a 2. 6% fall at reported rates to £205. 6m.
London open: Stocks muted as investors mull trade deal details
London stocks were steady in early trade on Tuesday as details emerged of the 'phase one' Sino-US trade deal due to be signed this week, with investors cautious ahead of a slew of key US bank earnings.
Elementis lowers profit forecast after 'subdued' fourth quarter
Specialty chemicals company Elementis updated the market on its trading on Tuesday, reporting that the final quarter of the year had been “somewhat subdued”, and as a result, adjusted operating profit for 2019 was now expected to be between $122m and $124m (£94. 04m and £95. 58m).
Taylor Wimpey on track as it welcomes UK election result
House builder Taylor Wimpey said it expected full year results to be in line with expectations as it welcomed increased political stability after the UK General Election.