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Is Gamma Communications Now Part of FTSE 350 After Main Market Transition?
May 02, 2025 10:18 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Gamma Communications has shifted its listing from AIM to the London Stock Exchange’s Main Market.,The company is now listed under the FTSE 350 index following its admission.,Gamma Communications continues its operations in the UK telecommu...

What’s Driving FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 Down Today?
May 02, 2025 10:15 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,FTSE 100 faces downward momentum amid export data and broader global economic pressure,Lloyds Banking Group, London Stock Exchange Group, and Marks & Spencer among key laggards,Export-linked and financial shares underperforming across FTSE...
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What’s Moving the FTSE 100? Lloyds, LSE, and M&S Face Pressure Amid Export Weakness
May 02, 2025 10:11 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY) and London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) fell over two percent after quarterly results,Cybersecurity issues impacted Marks & Spencer (MKS), pushing it to the bottom of the FTSE 100 performers,Commodity firms weigh...

What Are Some Lesser-Known UK Stocks Below the FTSE 100 Worth Watching?
May 02, 2025 10:06 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,The FTSE 100 have recently seen downward pressure amid macroeconomic uncertainty.,Smaller companies listed on the AIM and LSE with market caps under a specific threshold are drawing attention for their operational updates.,Firms in diverse...

London Market Opens Higher: NatWest and Shell Among Key Movers
May 02, 2025 08:02 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights:,The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 both rose, with NatWest showing strong quarterly performance.,Shell announced a share buyback despite lower profits, contributing to the stock's rise.,In the UK, the US-China trade talks continue as Beijing react...

Are Major UK Retailers on the FTSE Prepared for Rising Cybersecurity Threats?
May 02, 2025 06:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Harrods experienced an attempted breach, prompting immediate security actions while maintaining store and online availability.,Marks & Spencer (LSE:MKS) encountered severe disruption due to a ransomware incident attributed to a digital gro...

Why Did Apple Shares Dip on NASDAQ and ETR Despite Surpassing Earnings Estimates?
May 02, 2025 05:31 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Apple exceeded earnings and revenue expectations but shares declined in after-hours trading.,Services segment missed revenue projections; sales in Greater China declined year-over-year.,The company announced a substantial share repurchase...

How Is El Salvador Shaping the Future of Tokenized Markets Through Blockchain Innovation?
May 02, 2025 05:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Valereum PLC is advancing a platform for real-world asset tokenization, spanning sectors like real estate and sports.,El Salvador’s regulatory framework supports tokenized asset infrastructure, with a dedicated digital regulator and sandbo...

Key Factors Behind the Strong Performance of This Energy Giant on the LSE and NYSE
May 02, 2025 05:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,One of the world's leading oil and gas producers reported a notable rise in quarterly earnings despite challenges in renewables.,The Integrated Gas and Upstream divisions outperformed forecasts, contributing significantly to company-wide r...

Can Standard Chartered Sustain Its Growth Across FTSE and Hang Seng in 2026?
May 02, 2025 05:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Operating income increased year-on-year in the first quarter, led by strong gains in Wealth Solutions and Global Banking.,Return on tangible equity improved while customer deposits expanded significantly during the reporting period.,Capita...

Are FTSE 100 Stocks Like Rolls-Royce and Lloyds Banking Shaping Sentiment Amid Mixed Earnings?
May 02, 2025 04:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Rolls-Royce (LSE:RR) reported varied outcomes across its business units, drawing attention to operational performance.,Lloyds Banking Group (LSE:LLOY) delivered results that trailed broader market expectations due to pressures on margins a...

Is Rolls-Royce Shaping the Future of Aerospace on the FTSE 100?
May 02, 2025 04:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Rolls-Royce Holdings shows confidence in its operational outlook amid global market challenges.,Cybersecurity events and mixed economic indicators affect performance across UK sectors.,Commodity-driven firms on the FTSE 100 experience down...

Are Social Media Influencers Influencing High-Risk Investment Trends?
May 02, 2025 07:30 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram are increasingly shaping investment choices, particularly among younger users.,Fraud risks are growing with the rise of financial influencers who may not have formal qualifications.,Regulato...

Why Did Tesla’s Board Reaffirm Confidence in Elon Musk Amid Leadership Uncertainty?
May 02, 2025 07:30 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Tesla's board faced internal discussions over Elon Musk's extracurricular commitments and their impact on his leadership.,Musk's reaffirmation of focus during an earnings call helped to resolve tensions within the boardroom.,Market analyst...

Is NextSource Materials Inc. Poised for Success on the FTSE AIM All-Share Index?
May 02, 2025 01:30 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaIs NextSource Materials Inc. Poised for Success on the FTSE AIM All-Share Index?

Is 2025 the Year for Undervalued Gold Mining Stocks on the FTSE and TSX?
May 02, 2025 01:30 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaIs 2025 the Year for Undervalued Gold Mining Stocks on the FTSE and TSX?

Is Consumer Caution Reshaping the UK Housing Sector Across FTSE 100, FTSE 350, and FTSE AIM All-Share?
May 01, 2025 11:31 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaIs Consumer Caution Reshaping the UK Housing Sector Across FTSE 100, FTSE 350, and FTSE AIM All-Share?

Is the FTSE 100 Navigating Economic Pressures with Resilience in the Finance Sector?
May 01, 2025 11:31 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaIs the FTSE 100 Navigating Economic Pressures with Resilience in the Finance Sector?

Is the "Sell in May and Go Away" Strategy Still Relevant for Global Markets?
May 01, 2025 11:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Deutsche Bank's research questions the effectiveness of the "Sell in May and Go Away" strategy in modern markets.,Historical data from European and US indices shows mixed results for the strategy, with no consistent advantage.,Market fluct...

Why Are UK Retail Investors Focusing on US Tech Stocks in April?
May 01, 2025 11:30 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights,Retail interest from the UK shifted notably towards US tech stocks, including companies in artificial intelligence and electric vehicles.,The impact of global events such as US tariff announcements influenced stock market movements, creati...
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