Harry Wise

Mark Read said the FTSE 100 group, one of the world's largest advertising agencies, was upholding its annual guidance amidst the 'challenging economic environment.'

Evoke revealed its revenue tipped up by 2 per cent at constant currency rates to £437million in the three months ending March.

Trump's sweeping tariff measures have shaken the global economy, though, leaving many investors nursing huge losses.

To try and spur domestic motor manufacturing, President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tax three weeks ago on US auto imports.

The chief executive of Asos insists the struggling fast fashion retailer new commercial model 'is working' after reporting smaller losses for its first half.

S&P Global's latest 'flash' UK composite purchasing managers' index (PMI) fell from 51.5 in March to 48.2 in April, the first decline since October 2023.

The FTSE 100 extended gains on Wednesday as global stocks were lifted by the potential easing of US-China trade tensions.

The defence company believes its underlying operating profits for the financial year ending March will be 17 per cent higher year-on-year at £363million.

Neat Burger has struggled to become profitable amidst slowing demand for vegan food, cost-of-living pressures, and the slump in delivery orders as pandemic-related restrictions loosened.

DCC has struck a deal to sell its healthcare arm as part of the FTSE 100 group's plans to concentrate on its energy business.

In a case of massive shrinkflation, many Easter eggs continue to be sold at major UK supermarkets at higher prices and in smaller sizes.

The homewares firm declared its turnover increased by 6.3 per cent to £462million in the 13 weeks ending 29 March.

Deliveroo achieved a solid start to 2025 after securing its first annual profit last year, with order growth accelerating from the previous quarter.

Shares in Bunzl dived 23.9 per cent to £23.42 by the late morning, making them the FTSE 100 Index's biggest faller by a massive distance.

Barratt Redrow said forward sales - a significant indicator of near-term demand - totalled 10,245 homes at the end of March, compared to 11,402 at the same time last year.

B&M expects its adjusted earnings before nasties will total between £605million and £625million for the 52 weeks ending 29 March - making the midpoint at £615million.

Donald Trump's emerging trade war is another blow to the jobs market after a slowdown over the last year, the chief executive of recruiter Robert Walters has warned.

A takeover battle looks set to erupt for the Bank of England's currency printer after a rival offer reportedly emerged after an earlier bid had already been accepted.

Shares in the group have plunged by a third this year as orders for its electric vehicles have plummeted across many major markets. Is there any way back?

The rate of employer National Insurance contributions, which increased in April, was a particular concern according to a YouGov poll.

The Belgian firm said the takeover would broaden its European presence and target customer demographics, and bolster its presence in the UK price-comparison website market.

John Wood Group looks set to be acquired by Dubai-based rival Sidara in a deal worth a fraction of takeover bids rejected just last year.

The specialist healthcare and technology investor, which had around €5.5billion in assets under management as of last December, blamed the 'current macro-economic backdrop.'

The oil supermajor forecasts net debts being around $4billion (£3.1billion) higher at the end of the first quarter, compared to the end of 2024, when it stood at $23billion.

It comes ten months after the fast fashion giant, which sold $38billion of clothes last year, confidentially filed an initial public offering to the FCA.

Having dipped to around $75,000 yesterday afternoon, the cryptocurrency has since climbed to $81,669.1 following Trump's latest tariff announcement on Wednesday.

The London-listed manufacturer said chief executive Peter France had stood down with immediate effect after just 18 months in charge.

The mining giant believes the incident involved a 'minor ignition' on 31 March in the underground area of the mine, which is located in Central Queensland's Bowen Basin.

JD Sports shares rose sharply on Wednesday as the sports retailer's sales met market expectations after a bad run of weak performance and profit downgrades.

The NHS landlord, which owns and manages over 600 properties in the UK, rejected four approaches from KKR over several months before receiving a fifth from the firm on 10 March.

PageGroup said the measures would result in an estimated £15million in one-off costs in 2025 but deliver around the same amount in ongoing savings each year.

Allianz Global Investors said Tavares' pay package 'appears overly generous' due to Stellantis' 'lacklustre operating performance' and factors concerning his abrupt departure last December.

Impax Asset Management shares tumbled on Tuesday after the company warned its annual profits would be below market projections.

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has launched a probe into an audit of Home Reit as the scandal-hit homeless housing investor continues its wind-down process.

EnSilica forecasts reporting turnover of £19million to £20million and earnings of between £0.1million and £0.5million for the year ending May.

The energy giant expects to deliver LNG of between 6.4 million and 6.8 million metric tons in the three months ending March, down from a prior outlook of 6.6 million to 7.2 million tons.

The Derby-based vehicle seller plans to purchase up to £4 million of its shares at 1 pence each, equivalent to around 3.5 per cent of its share capital.

The consumer electronics retailer now anticipates its adjusted pre-tax profits for the 53 weeks ending 3 May to be approximately £160million.

The FTSE 250 company intends to operate the division as part of Chadwicks, its Irish distribution business, once the takeover is completed.

Raspberry Pi shares rose sharply on Wednesday as the computer maker said it had 'completed' its recovery from pandemic-related shortages.

The AIM-listed group now expects to deliver between 33,000 and 37,000 barrels of oil equivalent [boepd] per day this year, compared to a previous forecast of 40,000 boepd.

Close Brothers and FirstRand want to overturn a ruling that declared it was illegal for lenders to pay commissions to vehicle dealers without a customer's 'fully informed consent.'

Following a delay in publishing its annual results, Britain's biggest building materials supplier finally revealed that its operating profits in 2024 plummeted by 99 per cent to £2million.

Global stock markets fell on Monday as President Donald Trump's latest promise to put tariffs on 'all countries' rocked investor confidence.

Pets at Home Group shares fell sharply on Monday after the retailer warned higher costs and weaker demand would likely hurt profitability in the coming year.

John Wood Group has blamed 'cultural failings' after an independent probe found key financial information had been withheld from auditors.

Announced by former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in the summer of 2023, the Mansion House proposals are aimed at spurring investment in high-growth businesses.

Spot gold prices reached $3,084.4 per ounce on Friday morning, according to the World Gold Council, meaning they have increased by about 17 per cent in 2025.

British retail sales defied expectations to deliver growth last month as household goods stores enjoyed their strongest growth for nearly four years.

After two consecutive annual losses, EnQuest rebounded to a $93.8million profit in 2024 even though its revenue slumped by approximately a fifth to $1.2billion.

The e-commerce retailer revealed the equity raise includes a £68million convertible loan and £22million from placing shares for 32.3 pence each.

Next has become just the fourth UK retailer to score at least £1billion in annual profits following bumper online trade.

Since the 2020 financial year, the London-based firm has listed on the London Stock Exchange, stayed debt-free, and seen its annual sales climb by 45%.

DSG helps look after the British Army's military vehicles and equipment, such as its quad bikes, artillery guns, and main battle tanks.

Vistry investors will go without a final dividend after the housebuilder endured a torrid 2024 that saw three profit warnings amid rising costs and continued weak demand.

Irn-Bru producer AG Barr saw record turnover last year, partly thanks to sales of Scotland's favourite soft drink seeing double-digit percentage growth in England.

The carbonated mixer maker now expects to return up to £100m to shareholders during 2025, having announced a £71m share buyback in February.

DC Thomson, owner of The Beano and The Dandy, as well as Judge Dredd publisher Rebellion Entertainment, are among the groups who have set up Comic Book UK.

DNA testing company 23andMe announced its co-founder and chief executive Anne Wojcicki was resigning immediately after it struggled with heavy losses and a major data hack.

S4 Capital's revenues shrank again last year amid continued economic uncertainty and weaker spending from the ad group's technology businesses.

Under the agreement, the satellite communications specialist will boost its supply of advanced E-band SSPA modules to support the ongoing deployment of SpaceX's Starlink constellation.

Mapp has overseen massive growth at the outsourcing specialist since joining in 2017, with annual turnover more than doubling following a series of takeovers.

The investment manager, which demerged from insurance giant Prudential six years ago, has unveiled a second interim dividend of 13.5 pence per share for 2024.

Sabre Insurance has hiked its dividend and proposed its first-ever share buyback after the motor specialist saw profits more than double last year.

The merchant banking firm posted an operating pre-tax loss of £103.8million for the six months ending January, compared to an £88.1million profit a year ago.

Under the plan, Thames Water will get an initial tranche of £1.5billion from some of its 'Class A' creditors, plus a further £1.5billion to help extend its liquidity into May next year if necessary.

Britain's biggest savings and retirement business saw adjusted operating profits rise by 31 per cent to £825million last year, compared to analyst forecasts of £734million.

The investment manager, which manufactures and operates lithium battery storage plants, revealed it had agreed on a potential cash offer from Foresight Group.

The European Commission has imposed tariffs of up to 45.3% on Chinese-built electric vehicles since last October.

Central Asia's biggest airline, which listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2024, is recommending $25.2million in special dividend payouts and $13million in ordinary dividends for investors.

Numerous reforms have been introduced over the past few years to make buildings safer following the Grenfell Tower disaster in 2017.

The drinks manufacturer expects to report underlying earnings before interest and taxes of between €76million and €78million for the 12 months ending February.

Shares in the FTSE 250 company tumbled 11.4 per cent to 278p by late Thursday morning, meaning they have lost a third of their value this year. 

The London-based firm recorded a £3m profit in 2024, compared to a £32m loss the previous year, as well as positive free cash flow of £86m.

The FTSE 250 company, which sells items such as books, bags and lanyards, saw its shares plunge by 19 per cent in early trading before somewhat rebounding to be 13.3 per cent lower.

The Zara and Massimo Dutti owner saw its turnover increase by 4 per cent between the start of February and 10 March, compared to 11 per cent growth during the same period last year.

The infrastructure giant, which helped build the Channel Tunnel and London Aquatics Centre, plans to repurchase £125million of its shares in 2025.

The Bridgend-based firm, which rents out vehicles to film and television productions, blamed the downturn on tight production budgets.

The Scottish media company revealed its operating profits soared by 106 per cent to £13.2million in 2024, while its total profits increased by 147 per cent to £13.1million.