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FTSE 100 today Hits Record High Amidst Weak Domestic Outlook
July 18, 2025 06:33 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,The FTSE 100 has reached an all-time high, even as the UK economy faces contraction.,Most companies listed on the index generate earnings outside the UK, insulating them from local challenges.,Currency movements and global market exposure...

What the Gucci Owner’s Strategic Shift Means for Luxury
July 18, 2025 06:22 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Kering explores potential IPO of Valentino,Luxury group assesses portfolio strategy,Debt burden drives portfolio reassessment,Kering SA (KER), the Paris-listed parent company behind iconic fashion brands such as Gucci, Balenciaga, and Yves...

FTSE100 Rally Builds as Market Eyes Macro Moves and Corporate Momentum
July 18, 2025 06:06 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,FTSE 100 gains momentum as investor confidence strengthens,Major banks and industrials see renewed market interest,Economic data influences speculation on policy shifts,The FTSE 100 index posted noticeable gains amid a wave of market optim...

FTSE 100 and FTSE 350 Wrap Up Positive Day Led by Sector Strength
July 18, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,UK equities ended higher with strength in electricals, financial services, and general retail,Rentokil Initial PLC, Antofagasta PLC, and Frasers Group PLC closed stronger during the session,GSK PLC, Mondi PLC, and Smurfit WestRock PLC fini...

How Is the FTSE 100 Starting the Day After Global Market Momentum?
July 18, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,The FTSE 100 showed early upward movement, reflecting activity aligned with broader global indices.,Momentum followed record performances in international markets, influenced by recent consumer and corporate data trends.,Activity in the FT...

What Keeps Aberdeen New India Investment Trust PLC (LSE:ANII) Active in the FTSE 250?
July 18, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Aberdeen New India Investment Trust PLC operates within the financial services sector with a focus on Indian equities.,The company is part of the FTSE 250 index, reflecting its standing among mid-cap UK-listed firms.,Its strategy is centre...

FTSE 100 and FTSE 350 Bank Reporting Season Begins With Major UK Lenders
July 18, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Lloyds Banking Group PLC is part of the reporting cycle among major UK banks,Operates across personal, commercial, and corporate finance in the domestic market,Listed on both FTSE 100 and FTSE 350, contributing to the UK financial sector’...
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Did UK Equities Rebound Despite Jobless Data Pressure on the FTSE Indices?
July 18, 2025 02:38 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 both ended the session in positive territory despite economic updates.,Premier Foods reported a mixed quarterly sales performance amid seasonal changes.,Empyrean Energy and Ixico posted notable market moves on AIM.,UK...

How FTSE 100: Are Major Index Stocks Reacting to UK Jobs Data and Global Trade Tensions?
July 17, 2025 09:01 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,FTSE 100 movements tracked after UK labour statistics were released.,GBP fluctuations observed alongside market activity involving global trade developments.,Key companies, including EasyJet, Ocado, and Burberry, reflected broad index sent...

Is FTSE 100's Ocado, FTSE 250's Dunelm, and FTSE 250's Premier Foods Facing Sector Pressure?
July 17, 2025 05:41 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Ocado experiences decline amid lowered expectations for profitability.,Dunelm sees revenue movement despite a drop in customer transactions.,Premier Foods shares react to executive changes impacting investor sentiment.,Ocado (LSE:OCDO), pa...

How Intermediate Capital Group PLC (LSE:ICG) Functions in the FTSE 100 Asset Space
July 17, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Intermediate Capital Group PLC focuses on alternative asset management services across private markets.,The business model includes structured finance, direct lending, and capital management for global institutions.,It is listed in the FTS...
Is FTSE AIM 100: EverPlay Group's Latest Market Movement Drawing Attention?
July 17, 2025 02:14 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,EverPlay Group received attention following a recent update by a major financial institution.,The company is listed on the FTSE AIM 100 Index and operates in the interactive entertainment sector.,Sector participants observed heightened foc...

Is FTSE 100 Movement Driving Changes for Miners and Builders Like Rio Tinto, Taylor Wimpey, and Persimmon?
July 16, 2025 06:04 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Rio Tinto reflects activity in the mining sector under the FTSE 100 as commodity fluctuations persist.,Taylor Wimpey shares connect to housing sector dynamics and construction sentiment.,Persimmon experiences movements in response to build...

Is FTSE 100 Mining Activity Driving Momentum for Rio Tinto, Antofagasta, and Intermediate Capital Group?
July 16, 2025 05:33 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Rio Tinto (LSE:RIO) activity reflects sector updates linked to the FTSE 100 mining space.,Antofagasta (LSE:ANTO) shares align with fluctuations in copper-related demand and output.,Intermediate Capital Group (LSE:ICP) experiences developme...

Rio Tinto releases second quarter 2025 production results
July 16, 2025 11:36 AM AEST| By Business Wire13% CuEq production uplift for Q2 YoY, and 6% for H1, as we execute our strategyMELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rio Tinto Chief Executive Jakob Stausholm said: “We delivered excellent operatio...

FTSE 100 Wraps Session on Weak Note Despite Financial Sector Strength
July 16, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Hiscox ended the session on a positive note amid rising interest in insurance providers,3I Group recorded upward movement among financial entities within the FTSE 350 index,Broader FTSE 100 and FTSE 350 indices displayed mixed closing res...

How Did the FTSE 100 React to UK Inflation Pressure This Morning?
July 16, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,FTSE 100 started the day flat but briefly touched a notable level before easing.,UK inflation data exceeded expectations, shaping early market behaviour.,FTSE 250 and AIM All-Share recorded minimal changes in the morning session.,The,FTSE...

Is EVOKE PLC (LSE:EVOK) Showing Steady Movement in the FTSE Small Cap Segment?
July 16, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,EVOKE PLC is engaged in diversified business activities across digital and service-driven verticals.,The company operates within the FTSE Small Cap, placing it among notable UK-listed mid-sized firms.,Business activity has remained visible...

Is ZIGUP plc (LSE:ZIG) Reshaping Mobility Services Within the FTSE 250?
July 16, 2025 09:00 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaZIGUP plc delivers integrated mobility solutions

From Underdog to Powerhouse: How RELX Quietly Climbed the FTSE 100 Ladder
July 15, 2025 05:43 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,RELX climbs to the seventh-largest firm in the FTSE 100,AI-powered data services drive RELX’s global footprint,High customer retention supports RELX’s growth trajectory,Among the more talked-about names on the,FTSE 100 Index Today,, some...
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