Market Report
N Brown's sturdy growth slightly shy of City forecasts
N Brown, the clothing retailer for plus-size and plus-age shoppers, had a sturdy third quarter, with a strong surge in its Simply brand and in the USA but relatively subdued compared to previous months.
Marston's to take hit from snowy weather but Christmas Day sees record sales
Marston's said on Tuesday that it took a hit from the snowy and icy weather in early December and between Christmas and New Year, although its pubs saw record sales on Christmas day.
London pre-open: Stocks seen higher as US government shutdown ends
London stocks were set for a firmer open on Tuesday, taking their cue from a record close on Wall Street after the Senate agreed a temporary deal that has ended the government shutdown.
Tuesday newspaper round-up: Bookies, cyber-attacks, builders' warning, Barclays
Big bookmakers are weighing up the possibility of legal action against the government after suggestions that ministers have decided to cut the maximum stakes on betting machines from £100 to £2. The reports spooked investors, who had been forecasting a cut in the maximum stake to £20. - The Times.
US close: Markets on a high as government shutdown deal tentatively reached
Wall Street's main market gauges began the week trading on a positive note, after Congress struck a deal to end the federal government shutdown which had been in place since Friday.