Market Report
US pre-open: Stocks to resume Friday's push higher; Trump to outline infrastructure plans
US futures pointed to a firmer open on Wall Street on Monday, with the rally that began late last Friday set to continue.
NY State files lawsuit against Harvey Weinstein's Company
The State of New York has filed a lawsuit against The Weinstein Company, Mr Weinstein and his brother accusing them of not protecting their employees from sexual harassment, bullying and intimidation from Harvey Weinstein himself and other executives.
UP Global Sourcing shares dive after posting drop in half year sales
Shares in home goods business Ultimate Products Global Sourcing were in free-fall on Monday morning after the firm advised investors that it had not been immune to the challenges faced by companies across the general retail markets and that its full-year earnings were now seen coming in well below market expectations.
London midday: Stocks maintain gains but worries about inflation, interest rates persist
London stocks were still firmly in the black by midday on Monday following a late rebound on Wall Street at the end of last week, but worries remained about rising inflation and higher interest rates.
IQE, Cardiff Uni and Canaccord bite back at short-sellers
IQE put out a statement on Monday from its joint venture with Cardiff University, defending its accounting practices after they were placed under the microscope last week.
WPP buys Mumbai and Delhi-based digital agency The Glitch
WPP said on Monday that GroupM, its wholly-owned global media investment group, has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Indian digital creative agency The Glitch.
Asia report: Markets mostly higher as oil prices rise
Markets in Asia finished mostly higher on Monday following a rebound on Wall Street on Friday, as oil prices also advanced slightly.
US is open to talks with North Korea, says Pence
The United States and South Korea have agreed to terms regarding further diplomatic engagement with North Korea, according to US vice president Mike Pence who said that talks between Seoul and Pyongyang could eventually link Washington with the rogue nation.
Barclays Bank added to SFO charge sheet over Qatar loan
Barclays' core banking business has been charged by the Serious Fraud Office over its fundraising deal with Qatar at the height of the financial crisis, adding to the charges already brought against the parent holding company and four former executives.
Europe open: Stocks start higher with US shares and dollar in focus
Stocks have started the morning sharply higher, tracking a bounce on Wall Street after the S&P 500 bounced off a key level of technical support, its 200-day moving average.
Game Digital rallies on Sports Direct deal
Shares in AIM-listed Game Digital surged on Monday after it announced a collaboration with Sports Direct for the accelerated rollout of its BELONG gaming arena concept and said it has entered into a loan agreement with the company for facilities of up to £55m.
Acacia Mining loses £710m as Tanzania row leads to write-downs
Acacia Mining reported a massive £710m loss after writing down the value of its assets due to a dispute with the government of Tanzania but has cut costs to "remain competitive" in 2018.
Getlink reports new record for Channel Tunnel freight
Getlink - the new moniker for Groupe Eurotunnel - reported a new record for freight through the Channel Tunnel on Monday, as the infrastructure owner welcomed the announcement of new direct passenger services between London and Amsterdam.
Gaming Realms signs games development and licensing agreement with ITV
AIM-listed Gaming Realms, a developer, publisher and licensor of mobile real money and social games, has signed a multi-show game licensing agreement with ITV.
Heathrow reports 15th consecutive record month for passengers
Britain’s primary air hub reported a flying start to the year on Monday, with 5. 8 million passengers passing through Heathrow Airport in January.
Local Shopping agrees sale of four property portfolio
The Local Shopping REIT announced on Monday that it has exchanged contracts for the sale of a portfolio of four properties, for a cash consideration of £9. 465m.
Styles & Wood secures new Liverpool contract
AIM-listed integrated property services specialist Styles & Wood has secured a contract to deliver the fit-out and refurbishment of the India Buildings in Liverpool on behalf of its client Shelborn Asset Management.
Drilling begins and Conroy Gold's Clay Lake-Clontibret target
Gold exploration and development company Conroy Gold and Natural Resources announced on Monday that the planned drilling programme on its Clay Lake-Clontibret gold target in Ireland has now commenced, with two drill rigs mobilised to site.
London open: Stocks in the black after Wall Street rally
London stocks advanced in early trade on Monday following a positive session in Asia and a late bounce-back on Wall Street at the end of last week, although worries remained about rising inflation and higher interest rates.
Consumer spending falls in January for first time in five years
UK consumer spending fell in January for the first time since 2013 in what was the eighth decline in the past nine months, the latest spending data from Visa showed.