Company News
Kainos ups dividend after 'exceptionally strong' growth
Kainos Group on Monday reported that its interim profits were boosted by increased customer demand, both locally and internationally.
Tuesday preview: Fed vicechairman, Pennon in focus
All eyes on Tuesday are likely to be on a speech by US Federal Reserve vice-chairman, Richard Clarida, as investors try to better gauge at what pace the central bank is likely to continue to tighten policy.
Kodal Minerals encounters 'high grade' lithium at Mali project
Kodal Minerals’ shares climbed on Monday after drilling at its Bougouni lithium project in southern Mali returned multiple mineralised intersections.
GW Pharmaceuticals stock flies 4.8% after reporting positive test trial
GW Pharmaceuticals stock rose by 4. 8% on Monday after it announced positive test results from new cannabis-based drug trials.
General Motors to cut 15% of global staff amid shift to electric cars
General Motors, the largest car manufacturer in the US, is planning to slash production in North America and refocus on electric cars, as it navigates falling sales and the impact of trade tariffs.
Lamprell wins contract with Saudi Aramco
Oil rig construction company Lamprell was on the front foot on Monday after saying it has been awarded a contract with Saudi Arabia’s Aramco.
Lekoil asks Nigerian authorities for more time at OPL 310
Africa-focussed oil and gas exploration, development and production company Lekoil has written to the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources in Nigeria for a relief from enforcement of expiration of the exploration licence for lease OPL 310, it announced on Monday.
Cohort's MASS Consultants awarded new £20m contract
Independent technology group Cohort announced on Monday that its wholly-owned subsidiary MASS Consultants has been awarded a contract to supply electronic warfare operational support software and services, valued at £20m.
VR Education launches re-built Apollo 11 experience
Education-focussed virtual reality (VR) technology company VR Education announced the launch of Apollo 11 HD on the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift and Windows Mixed Reality platforms on Monday.
GAN expands presence in Italy with Goldbet launch
Internet gambling software provider GAN announced the launch of internet gaming content for Italian sports betting and casino gaming operator Goldbet on Monday.
Disney, GKN and Samsung's lobbying policies among worst in UK
Disney, GKN and Samsung are among the companies labeled worst offenders regarding their political lobbying policies in the UK, Transparency International reported in its latest study published on Monday.
Sylvania Platinum shareholders approve maiden dividend
Sylvania Platinum confirmed on Monday that at its annual general meeting on Friday, shareholders approved a maiden dividend for the year ended 30 June of 0. 35p per share.
Toyota Tsusho shows interest in PowerHouse Energy technology
Waste-to-hydrogen technology company PowerHouse Energy Group has received a formal invitation from Toyota Tsusho Corporation of Japan to engage in advanced commercial discussions regarding its ‘DMG’ technology, it announced on Monday.
Flybe soars as IAG said to be lining up bid
Shares in Flybe surged again on Monday following a report that International Consolidated Airlines is considering bidding for the budget airline.
Serinus Energy has 'no confidence' in progress at Moftinu
Serinus Energy updated the market on its Romanian operations on Monday, confirming that the Moftinu gas plant was still waiting for the installation of the low temperature separation (LTS) unit and the triethylene glycol (TEG) unit.
SDX Energy enjoys fruitful quarter, warns of Dissouq delay
North Africa focused oil and gas company SDX Energy shares dropped on Monday as it warned of later first production from its South Dissouq gas project but said the third quarter was "one of the best" in its history.
Palace Capital shrugs off 'uncertain times' as income jumps
Property firm Palace Capital insisted there would be further investment opportunities this year, despite the current “uncertain” climate, as it posted a jump in first-half income and profits.
Sanderson shoots up after profit growth and raised dividend
Sanderson Group’s shares jumped on Monday as it raised its full-year dividend after achieving profit growth and a cash position that exceeded market expectations.
Anglo African resumes work at Tilapia asset
Oil and gas developer Anglo African has resumed drilling at its TLP-103C well site in the Republic of the Congo following repairs to the project's contracted drill rig.
Thor Mining produces bonzer copper estimate for Bonya
Exploration and development company Thor Mining believes its Bonya resource in Australia’s Northern Territory will produce more than 200,000 tonnes of copper.