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US close: Mixed session as traders digest PPI numbers
Wall Street stocks turned a mostly positive performance on Thursday following the release of yet another key inflation report.
US open: Stocks mixed following cooler-than-expected PPI reading
Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Thursday following the release of yet another key inflation report.
Europe close: Stocks slip even after ECB opens door to June rate cut
European stock markets were in the red amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the interest-rate outlook in the U. S.
Broker tips: Kingfisher, Darktrace, Marks & Spencer
HSBC upgraded B&Q and Castorama owner Kingfisher to 'buy' from 'hold' and lifted its price target on the stock to 305. 0p from 235. 0p.
Director dealings: Personal Group CFO makes share sale
Personal Group revealed on Thursday that chief financial officer Sarah Mace had disposed of 3,410 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed workforce benefits and services provider.
London close: Stocks finish lower as ECB stands pat
London's stock markets finished in negative territory on Thursday, as investors reacted to the European Central Bank's latest policy announcement and a producer price index release in the United States.
FTSE 250 movers: Darktrace surges on guidance; travel stocks hit
London’s FTSE 250 was down 0. 2% at 19,772. 85 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
Sector movers: Stocks slip as U.S. Fed rate cut expectations fade
Banks and Life insurers paced losses as expectations for interest rate cuts in the U. S. continued to shift.
European Metals reports success in Cinovec pilot lithium programme
European Metals announced a significant milestone on Thursday, with the successful production of lithium hydroxide monohydrate from pregnant leach solution generated during the recent larger-scale Cinovec pilot programme.
Oracle Power upbeat on study findings at Jhimpir
Oracle Power announced the successful conclusion of the geotechnical study and electrical resistivity survey (ERS) for its planned renewable power plant in Jhimpir, Sindh Province, Pakistan on Thursday.
Botswana Diamonds discovers second anomaly in Kalahari
Botswana Diamonds announced the discovery of a second anomaly on Thursday, close to another anomaly announced on 23 January.
Friday preview: Chinese foreign trade data, US consumer confidence in focus
Investors' focus at the end of the week will shift towards Asia-Pacific.
Griffin Mining confident despite first quarter production weakness
Griffin Mining updated the market on production at the Caijiaying zinc-gold mine for the March quarter on Thursday, reporting that operations were affected by the Chinese Lunar New Year and Spring Festival holidays.
ECB stands pat, but says June projections may justify cuts
Rate-setters in Frankfurt stood pat on rates on Thursday, but said that it would be correct to lower interest rates if its next set of projections, in June, increased their confidence that inflation was headed lower.
Producer prices rise by slightly less than anticipated in March
Wholesale prices rose by a tad less than anticipated last month amid a decline in energy costs.
Iomart flags decent results, warns of lower-than-expected renewals
Secure cloud service provider Iomart said in an update on Thursday that, despite a challenging economic environment, it expected to deliver a robust set of full-year results for the 12 months ended 31 March.
FTSE 100 movers: AstraZeneca rallies; travel shares under pressure
London’s FTSE 100 was down 0. 2% at 7,949. 25 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
FCA issues warning notice against Neil Woodford
The Financial Conduct Authority has issued a warning notice against Neil Woodford, claiming the once star stockpicker had a "defective" understanding of the responsibilities involved in managing risk.
Mkango raises £0.75m to support HyProMag's first commercial sales
Mkango Resources closed a private placing on Thursday, raising £0. 75m in gross proceeds to support HyProMag’s first commercial sales, among other objectives.
US jobless claims decline by more than expected
America's labour market remained tight during the latest week.