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Cap-XX 'encouraged' by recent trading, looks to future with 'increasing confidence'
Supercapacitors manufacturer Cap-XX said on Thursday that it was "encouraged" by the group's recent performance and was looking to the future with "increasing confidence".
Auto Trader set to cash in on internet buying boom as profits fall
A "dramatic" shift to buying cars online during pandemic lockdowns helped Auto Trader limit full-year losses and reinstate its dividend.
MP Evans sees 'little effect' to trading from Covid-19 pandemic
Palm oil producer MP Evans said on Thursday that Covid-19 continued to be of "little effect" to operations, with all of its estates and mills harvesting and processing throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
DFS reinstates dividend, upgrades outlook
DFS reinstated its dividend as the furniture retailer reported strong trading and predicted profit next year would be well ahead of expectations.
Ergomed makes 'strong start' to 2021
Pharmaceutical industry services provider Ergomed said on Thursday that it had made "a strong start" to 2021, with the firm building further on the momentum seen in 2020 thanks to the conclusion of its strategic transition to a service-based business model.
Interserve acquisition drives growth at Mitie as it lifts expectations
Energy services and outsourcing company Mitie reported “good” trading resilience through Covid-19 in its full-year results on Thursday, with revenue, including its share of joint ventures and associates, rising 19. 1% to £2. 59bn.
LXI REIT acquires Reading garden centre, disposes of 'ancillary retail parade'
London-based real estate investment trust LXI REIT said on Thursday that it has exchanged contracts on the forward funding acquisition of a 94,000 square foot garden centre in Reading for a total cost of £19. 0m.
Card Factory swings to FY pre-tax loss
Greeting cards retailer Card Factory said on Thursday that it had swung to a full-year pre-tax loss after being hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic.
London open: Stocks nudge up ahead of ECB, US inflation data
London stocks were just in the black in early trade on Thursday as investors erred on the side of caution ahead of the latest US inflation data and a policy announcement from the European Central Bank.
Europe open: Shares make muted start ahead of ECB meet, US CPI
European shares were flat at the opening on Thursday as investors awaited the outcome of the European Central Bank’s policy meeting and US inflation numbers later in the day.
Go-Ahead ups outlook as passengers return to buses
Go-Ahead said passengers were returning to its buses as lockdown restrictions eased and the company upgraded its financial outlook for the current year.
Capita wins £58m contract renewal with Tesco Mobile
Capita On Thursday said it had won a £58m three-year contract renewal with Tesco Mobile to operate the telecoms firm's customer services.
CMC Markets posts surge in full-year profits
Online trading platform CMC Markets reported a surge in full-year profits on Thursday, with customer numbers up as it benefited from heightened volatility due to the pandemic.
Halma ups dividend as trading improves
Halma increased its final dividend by 8% as the company posted record annual profit and said the current year had started well.
Auto Trader reinstates dividend, dealmaker Drahi buys 12.1pc stake in BT
London open The FTSE 100 is expected to open eight points higher on Thursday, having closed down 0. 2% on Wednesday at 7,081. 01.
London pre-open: Stocks to edge up ahead of ECB, US inflation
London stocks were set to edge up at the open on Thursday, taking their cue from a positive Asian session, as investors eye the latest US inflation data and a policy announcement from the European Central Bank.
Thursday newspaper round-up: Airports, G7 tax plan, electric cars
The UK aviation sector has warned that airports are likely to lose at least £2. 6bn this summer as the “chaotic” Covid traffic light system halts international travel. Airports said the coming months could deal a heavier financial blow than 2020, while airlines called for grants to offset the impact of travel restrictions and protect jobs. - Guardian.