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Itaconix shares tumble after revenue growth comes slower than hoped
Chemicals business Itaconix saw revenues double in its recently wrapped up trading year, but still failed to turn a profit of any sort.
Mayan Energy kicks off production at Texas asset
AIM-quoted oil and gas exploration firm Mayan Energy has initiated production at the Gilbreath #19 well at Forest Hill Field in Texas, collecting 55 barrels of oil during the first 24 hours of operation.
Europe midday: Stocks struggle to make headway
European shares struggled to make headway on Tuesday, despite positive finishes overnight on Wall Street and in Asia as fears of a weaker US start spooked investors.
London midday: Stocks flat even as pound rallies on inflation data
London's top-flight index was hovering around the flat line by midday on Tuesday, even as the pound rallied after inflation came in higher than expected for January, increasing expectations that the Bank of England will hike interest rates in the spring.
US pre-open: Stocks heading lower again after two upbeat sessions
US futures pointed to a downbeat session on Wall Street on Tuesday following two days of gains, as investors looked ahead to key inflation data due on Wednesday.
Interserve accounts come under close watch from Cabinet Office
Interserve is coming under particularly close attention by the government after the collapse of rival contractor Carillion, according to new reports.
Mosman Oil picks up steam on US operations
Shares in Australian exploration and production firm Mosman Oil & Gas rocketed ahead on Tuesday after it announced that its USA assets had all begun to generate increased cash flow thanks to production improvements, lower costs and higher oil prices.
Treasury approves appointment of new FSCS chair
The Bank of England's regulatory arms on Tuesday have tapped up a former RBC Capital Markets and State Street banker to take the role of chair of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
US small business optimism improves more than expected in January - NFIB
Small business optimism in the US improved more than expected in January, according to data released on Tuesday.
Faroe Petroleum fully funded for developments
Aberdeen based company Faroe Petroleum reported on Tuesday that it is fully funded for ongoing developments following a significant divestment.
Stronger UK inflation increases pressure for BoE rate hike
UK inflation in January was higher that the market expected and keeps the prospect of a Bank of England interest rate hike in play over the coming months.
SDX Energy jumps as Egypt drilling looms, Moroccan operations stall
AIM-quoted oil and gas explorer SDX Energy gave investors an update on its North African operations on Tuesday, announcing that while things in Egypt had picked up speed, its Moroccan project had been stalled due to a faulty rig.
Pendragon surges as investors welcome in-line results after tough time
Profit at car dealership Pendragon dropped nearly 20% in the year to 31 December 2017 as operating margins declined and new vehicle revenue slid, but after a profit warning from the group in October and amid more general car market woes, investors were relieved that the numbers were in line.
Craneware in 2 US contract wins
Medical billing software company Craneware said on Tuesday it had won two “significant” new contracts with hospital providers in the US. The value of the contracts was not disclosed.
Sumitomo Mitsui signs lease for three floors at British Land's Broadgate development
British Land said on Tuesday that Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe - a subsidiary of Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp - has signed a 20-year lease for the first three floors of the Liverpool Street redevelopment at Broadgate.
Morrisons agrees Channel Islands wholesale deal with Sandpiper
Morrisons has struck a long-term commercial agreement with the leading operator of retail outlets in the Channel Islands.
Tui shares fly to new heights after strong first quarter
Tour operator Tui jetted off to a strong start for its financial year with sales and underlying earnings both much improved on last year, sending its shares to fresh highs.
RWS Holdings says first quarter trading in line
Language, intellectual property support services and localisation provider RWS Holdings said on Tuesday that first-quarter trading has been in line with expectations.
Eland reports positive progress at Opuama
Oil and gas production and development company Eland Oil & Gas updated the market on the Opuama-8 and Opuama-9 wells in licence OML 40 on Tuesday.