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FTSE 100 Index edges up despite mining pressure
The Footsie pared earlier gains, although the UK-focused FTSE 250 rebounded
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Lloyds Banking Group has many household names like Lloyds Bank, Halifax, Bank of Scotland and Scottish Widows. Lloyds Banking Group is a leading UK based financial services group providing a wide range of banking and financial services, focused on personal and commercial customers. The Group’s main business activities are retail, commercial and corporate banking, general insurance, and life, pensions and investment provision. The Group operates the UK’s largest retail bank and has a large and diversified customer base.
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London miners reverse this week’s rally but mid-caps hit May 2015 highs
London’s top stocks closed lower on Wednesday after the global miners honeymoon was interrupted by a downbeat trading update from Glencore but mid-caps rose above 18,000 for the first time since May 2015
FTSE 100 subdued as Glencore disappoints
FTSE 100 shed 17 to 6,851, with the FTSE AIM 100 also down by a few points at 3,765.
UK shares dragged lower by broad sell-off
London shares closed lower on Friday, as gains proved elusive when a broad-based decline among stocks in metals, mining, and forestry took hold
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London shares fumble way to gains as oil prices, bank stocks rise
London shares seesawed and ended firmer on Monday thanks to gains by oil prices. The FTSE 100 index closed up 0.2% at 6,809, and was led higher by banks
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Lloyds share sale could still net £2.7bn gov't profit, says broker
The government still has a 9% stake in the banking titan after it stepped in to bail it out during the financial crisis
FTSE 100 around flat despite consumer spend pick-up
Miners drove the Footsie higher in early deals but fags makers BATs and IMPs were puffing along towards the back of the Footsie field
Trending - RBS and the delay on passing on rate cut
UK taxpayer funded banks have so far reportedly refused to pass the rate cut on
Trending: Is Bank of England’s rate cut too much too little?
The Bank of England’s move to cut UK interest rates on Thursday was a well-trailed event yet it moved markets in London and had a knock-on effect on Wall Street. But did they overreact to a lame policy action?
PREVIEW - RBS's second quarter under the spotlight
Tax-payer controlled Royal Bank of Scotland is the latest big UK bank to report earnings
UK shares dragged lower by oil and banking stocks
London stocks began the Tuesday session in the red and never recovered, as oil and banking stocks dragged the blue-chip ticker lower
Oil majors weigh on Footsie Index despite crude price recovery
Shares in BP and Royal Dutch Shell were on the slide
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Bank shares dip as watchdog extends PPI claim deadline
The City watchdog has extended the deadline for PPI claims to June 2019
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Plunging UK construction activity shakes FTSE 100 Index
British construction activity in July hit its lowest level since June 2009
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UK shares end softer as demand surges for gilts on rate cut talk
London's blue-chip stocks ended lower on Thursday after a session spent mostly suspended beneath the previous closing level as investors sought safer haven in UK government bonds, or gilts
DAY AHEAD: Investors hope for positive update from Barclays
Analysts reckon Barclays will report a similar first-half picture to that given by Lloyds
Banking and oil woe drags FTSE 100 Index lower
The FTSE 100 Index was 6.56 points adrift at 6,743.87 in lunchtime trading
Trending: British Gas feeling the heat
British Gas has lost 399,000 customers ... perhaps they are still there, they just weren't in when the company called.
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Lloyds Banking Group warns of hit from 'Brexit' jitters
Bank said it may generate less capital than expected due to uncertainty sparked by the EU referendum
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Footsie treads water amid negative news from Lloyds
The FTSE 100 Index was 3.2 points adrift at 6,747.24 in early trading
PREVIEW: Investors look for signs of synergies from Shell's acquisition of BG
To misquote Prince, it’s just another frantic Thursday with around one-sixth of the FTSE 100 companies set to update the market.
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Asset managers "detach from UK" as BoE readies help for banks
Asset managers had begun a “slow detachment” from London after the referendum, the FT reported
FTSE100 has best week since 2011 after Brexit vote
The Footsie gained 66.2 points after Bank of England governor Mark Carney mooted a rate cut
FTSE 100 Index rises on rate cut hopes
The FTSE 100 Index gained 15.47 points to 6519.8 in morning trading
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BREXIT: Boris back-pedals out of leadership race
Bojo backs out: London's former mayor has withdrawn unexpectedly from the race.
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Papers: Toyota forced to recall another 1.5mln cars
The Japanese car maker has recalled nearly 1.5mln hybrid cars following an air bag fault, while terrorists attacked an Istanbul airport last night
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Brokers: RBS, Lloyds and Barclays all downgraded
Royal Bank of Scotland, Barclays and Lloyds Bank felt the wrath of the brokers on Monday as all were downgraded following the UK’s decision to leave the EU
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Bank share prices fall amid fears of Brexit disruption and job cuts
Bank share prices plummet as investors fretted about possible loss of access to European markets
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No immediate impact on credit ratings for UK banks, says S&P
Shares in Barclays Plc, Lloyds Banking Group Plc and Royal Bank of Scotland Group Plc were among the worst hit on Friday
FTSE 100 trims losses after day of political upheaval
House builders, financials and airline IAG, which issued a profit warning, took an absolute battering today.
FTSE100 pares losses as investors see Brexit opportunity
Britain's premier share index is down 4.49% at the midday point, while other European shares are tanking
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BREXIT LIVE: City reaction as Britons choose leave
That's it from us for a very volatile Friday, more Brexit reaction to follow on Monday.
FTSE 100 plunges 5%, Cameron resigns after EU vote
Britain's top share index opened almost 7% lower before making up some ground after a historic EU referendum vote and as PM David Cameron told the nation he will resign.
London stocks hold onto gains as Brexit fears fade
The FTSE100 held onto most of its intraday gains to close over 3% higher on Monday after sentiment towards remaining in the EU grew
FTSE 100 up 2% as 'remain' camp builds head of steam
The FTSE 100 opened strongly as predicted, with the opinion polls suggesting the ‘remain campaign’ has a narrow lead ahead of the crucial vote on Thursday.
London stocks gain after labour costs inhibit UK rate hikes, after rough Brexit week
The FTSE100 index popped its head above 6,000 early in the session and managed to stay there into the Friday close, drawing and end to a difficult Brexit fears week
FTSE 100 back above 6,000 level
Footsie is on track to finish a rough week on a positive note
FTSE 100 off to a flyer as investors pile into banking stocks
Banks lead the way higher as fears of a Brexit recede
BREXIT WATCH: 'Brexit will hit Capital' warns Osborne
The chancellor warned a vote to leave would be a major blow to the health of the UK economy and the Capital.
Former BHS boss to face questions over £10mln payment
MPs to quiz Dominic Chappell, the final owner of BHS, this week about £10mln payment by Sir Philip Green
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Merlin’s potential is intact, says UBS
"While we cut our forecasts by 1-3% to reflect weaker trends in London for the Midway division, we remain confident in Merlin's recovery potential in 2016/17," said the broker
Most followed - Burberry, banks, Lloyds and BBC trending
A look at some of the most topical and trending stories of the day
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Banking shake-up sparks criticism from rivals
Big banks welcome watchdog's review but rivals and consumer groups brand it inadequate
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UBS picks up on BT with upgrade
UBS has picked up on telecoms giant BT and upgraded the shares to 'neutral' from 'sell' saying the risk from mobile is lessening.
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London still in red as Japan stimulus decision weighs
The Footsie was 70.7 points adrift by lunchtime, although Taylor Wimpey rallied after an update
Thursday's most followed - Facebook, Avocet Mining, BHS and Goldstone Resources
In keeping with the nature of this column, social network giant Facebook (NASDAQ:FB) was a major focus today, but so too was UK State backed Lloyds (LON:LLOY), retailer BHS and the Fed.
Risers and Fallers - Stratex Resources, Goldstone Resources, RBS and Tlou Energy
Some risers and fallers in London at 1pm on Thursday....
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Aim stocks unaffected by BoJ-inspired stock market slump
Blue-chips the world over are in retreat after the Bank of Japan's decision not to introduce new stimulus measures but investors on Aim could care less
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Lloyds Banking Group profits nearly halve on market volatility
The state-backed bank said statutory pre-tax profits were £654mln against £1.2bn a year ago
PREVIEW; GameAccount Network needs more landmark deals
Other companies reporting include Lloyds Banking, Taylor Wimpey and WPP
Week Ahead: Investors look out for Apple, Twitter, Facebook and BP results
After Silicon Valley giants Alphabet and Microsoft disappointed this week, next Tuesday brings Apple Inc’s second-quarter earnings.
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Halfords Group PLC – one positive quarter does not make a trend be – Liberum
Liberum slides under bikes, cars and maintenance firm Halfords Group PLC and repeats a 'sell', although the broker says there are some clear positives about the group, including a healthy balance sheet.
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Proactive news summary: Accesso technology group, Aminex PLC, Green Dragon Gas PLC and more
Horizonte Minerals and its game-changing deal, Chinese Green Dragon subsidy and hefty write-offs for troubled IPSA.
Fresnillo among 50 firms set to pierce dividend gloom
Silver miner among 50 UK-listed companies set to boost divis more than 10% in each of next three years
Barclays’s figures will likely take Tuesday’s spotlight
Traders will be keen to see what Barclays has to say on dividends.
Week ahead: Last but not least - Barclays
Banking titan Barclays reports full year results on Tuesday....
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Beaufort Securities Breakfast Alert Lloyds Banking Group, Merlin Entertainments, RSA Insurance Group, Howden Joinery
Market opening: The FTSE-100 is expected to start this morning's session around 38-points higher.
FTSE100 heading higher but RBS weighs
Britain's blue chips are sailing forth on Friday, keeping above the 6,000 level despite results from RBS attempting to rock the boat...
Royal Bank of Scotland to unveil eighth year of losses
State-owned bank to take £2.5bn hit from PPI and other scandals
Banks and economic news propel Footsie higher
The Footsie extended the morning's gains to stand 140.94 points up at 6008 by lunchtime
Most followed: Serco, Capita, Beowulf, Lloyds. Molins, BAT..
Latest result from the Outsourced Cup: Serco 3 Capita 0.
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RSA shares soar as shake-up nears completion
Insurer boosts annual profits by 43% and hikes dividend
Upbeat Lloyds results drive London market higher
Lloyds reported a 5% rise in underlying profit to £8.1bn
Risers & Fallers: Coats Group, Earthport, Ferrum Crescent, SolGold, Solid State, Tlou Energy
Some good news on the dividends front from RSA and Lloyds, while reinsurer Beazley is moving management back to the UK.
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Lloyds Banking Group unveils higher profits and £4bn PPI hit
Lloyds reported underlying profit of £8.1bn, up 5%
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FTSE 100 ends Monday 116 points higher
The FTSE 100 closed out Monday at 5,824, some 116 points or 2% higher, as attentions remained on London.
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Footsie gains as stimulus hopes lift Japanese stocks
The FTSE 100 Index gained 93 points to 5801 as the Nikkei closed more than 1,000 points ahead
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Investors going gaga over
Are we looking at a new dawn for shares in Britain's largest retailer?
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Britain's blue chip index slumps 2% as banks weigh
Britain's blue chip benchmark tumbled 2.4% on the day to close 135 points lower as global markets continue to sink amid investor panic.
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FTSE100 closes up as Yellen signals rate rise caution
UK shares finished higher on Wednesday as European indices also rose and as Fed chair Janet Yellen outlined the Central Bank's take on the global economy. .
Bank rally lifts Footsie but UK industrial output disappoints
The FTSE 100 Index climbed 60 points to 5692 as banks regained their poise
FTSE 100 finishes Tuesday 1% lower
The FTSE 100 Index gave up early gains as banks fell but AstraZeneca was among the risers
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FTSE100 finishes down as Lloyds slashes jobs
FTSE100 continued lower on Wednesday to finish almost 1.5% lower..
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FTSE100 falls as oil hopes rise; Glaxo bid talk swirls
Britain's blue chips closed the afternoon session lower after uninspiring UK economic data and as energy powerhouse Centrica weighed.
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Government delays Lloyds stake sale as bank fears rise
Analysts say Osborne's action may signal other worries such as the impact on banks of low oil prices
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RBS and Santander hit by new PPI provisions and writedowns
RBS also put aside £1.5bn in relation to various US residential mortgage-backed securities litigation claims
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Royal Bank of Scotland finally a ‘buy’, says UBS
RBS, Lloyds, Wood Group, Amec, Weir, Vodafone and QinetiQ are in Tuesday’s broker spotlight.
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FTSE100 fails to ignite as big banks weigh
After finishing up last week, there were early signs of promise for Footsie but it never really got out of the blocks...
Banks lead Footsie lower on reports of higher PPI bill
The FTSE 100 Index was 10.8 points adrift at 5889.17p as oil prices continued their downward trend
Risers & Fallers: IMI, Kingfisher, Lloyds Banking Group, Lookers, Ophir Energy, Unite Group
MX Oil could sell its Nigerian investments for a sum that is - or was - more than the market capitalisation of the whole company
Friday’s followed – Davos, blizzards and Bond
As politicians and business leaders thrash it out in winter resort Davos in Switzerland at the world economic forum, the white stuff is heading for US big time.....
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There is light at the end of Lloyds Banking's tunnel
Other companies featured: Amec Foster Wheeler, Aviva, Aveva, Hunting and Petrofac
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FTSE 100 buoyed by banks
It was a stress-free day for the bulls as the banks bounced higher after the results of the Bank of England's stress tests
Banks lift Footsie but relegation fears dog Morrisons
The FTSE 100 Index increased 32.8 points to 6388.89 at lunchtime
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Banks boost London's blue-chips
RBS and Standard Chartered rose despite failing to meet all the stress test targets
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Bank shares rise as investors welcome stress test results
RBS and Standard Chartered were found to be the weakest of seven major UK banks
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Brokers: Retailers. Betfair, Lloyds Banking, Talk Talk
Betfair gets an upgrade to buy from hold from Deutsche Bank, which raised its price target to 4,200p.
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Indie lenders better off than big banks after Autumn Statement says ShoreCap
Around half of lending is related to re-mortgaging, which would not be impacted by the stamp duty surcharge.
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HBOS chiefs face fresh controversy as report is unveiled
The study is poised to focus on why the Bank of England had to prop up HBOS
Miners drive shares higher after upbeat Chinese economic data
The Footsie rose 39.57 points to 6314 while mainland European shares also gained
Visa consolidates with US$23bn buy of European arm
“We are very excited about unifying Visa into a single global company," said Visa CEO Charles Scharf.
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Gaps, Lloyds and the not-so-heart warming tale of Centrica
Our resident tea leaves reader takes a look at the illogical - as well as Centrica and Lloyds.
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FTSE100 makes a subdued end to busy month
A "surprisingly stellar October" was ended "in the dullest way possible," according to Spreadex.
FTSE100 trails at lunch despite Euro data
Despite some positive data from Europe, FTSE100 was trailing behind at the lunch time point..
FTSE100 makes a nervy start
The FTSE100 was 6 points lower to 6,389 on an earnings-dominated day.
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Diageo to outperform as it vies for volume growth
Diageo, BAE Systems, BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, and Lloyds Bank are in the broker spotlight on Thursday
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FTSE 100 gets afternoon boost from Glaxo
Stocks were on an upward trend, helped by a recovery by commodity plays
London's shares remain slightly higher at lunch
GlaxoSmithKline, BT and British American Tobacco led the way higher