Inflation still the number one concern for London Businesses, LCCI finds, but confidence improves February 16, 2024 | City Talk Inflation is still the number one concern for London firms found the London Chamber of Commerce andIndustry (LCCI). In its CAPITAL 500 London Quarterly Economic Survey, published on January 24 th, found that 66 per centof companies said they were more concerned about inflation in Q4 of 2023 than previous quarters,while four in 10 (41 [...]
EP: 252 Ascot, Haydock & Hong Kong February 16, 2024 Ascot hosts the Grade One Ascot Chase alongside the 3 mile Reynoldstown Novices’ Chase on Saturday afternoon with the Grade Two Rendlesham Hurdle the feature race at Haydock and the Kingwell Hurdle highlighting the Wincanton card. Champion trainer Paul Nicholls tells us about his chances of grabbing a winner or two this weekend. City AM [...]
Moving markets today: What’s shaping the FTSE 100 this morning February 16, 2024 The S&P 500 hit a record high despite big tech losses, while the Nikkei reached new heights and oil remained stable. Investors awaited the release of UK retail sales and US PPI data.
Applied Materials shares surge 12 per cent on bullish revenue forecast amid AI craze February 16, 2024 Applied Materials, a leading supplier of semiconductor equipment, witnessed a remarkable surge in its shares by more than 12% during after-hours trading on Thursday.
Lidl wants to build one if its biggest ever supermarkets and 71 homes at Bingo site in Greenwich February 15, 2024 Lidl wants to construct 71 new homes and a 31,000 sq ft supermarket at the site of a former Mecca Bingo site in Greenwich, in its latest tactic to secure planning permission for a new site in London. The supermarket, proposed to be located on the first and group floor of the building, would be [...]
Revitalising London’s Corporate Image: The Jane Kisnica Effect February 15, 2024 London’s corporate heart, with its majestic history and financial prowess, is at a pivotal junction. The City, traditionally cloaked in conservatism, is now poised for a revolution in vibrancy through innovative graphic design. The message is clear and resonates more profoundly within the City’s iconic skyline: Embrace innovation or remain unseen. Graphic design is no [...]
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Moving markets: Five things shaping the FTSE 100 today February 15, 2024 Asian markets rose in line with Wall Street's momentum. Uber, Lyft, and Nvidia drove the S&P 500, while Bitcoin surpassed $52,079. Japan entered a recession, drawing attention to the UK Q4 GDP and U.S. retail sales.
FTSE 100 today: London markets likely to open in the red amid global market rout February 14, 2024 Asian stocks fell in response to a Wall Street sell-off, while the U.S. dollar remained near three-month highs. Oil prices dropped, and Lyft shares retreated after a 60% surge. Investors are closely monitoring the UK CPI and Q4 euro area GDP.
Lyft soars (briefly) after accidentally misstating forward revenues by, err, 10 times February 14, 2024 Lyft's stock surged over 15% in extended trading as the ride-sharing company projected achieving positive free cash flow for the year. However, enthusiasm waned after Lyft disclosed an error in its press release, injecting drama.