WPP shares leap on takeover bid speculation
WPP's share price surged as much as 6% following reports of potential takeover interest from rival Havas and private equity firms. Discover the implications for the UK's advertising giant.
WPP's share price surged as much as 6% following reports of potential takeover interest from rival Havas and private equity firms. Discover the implications for the UK's advertising giant.
Asian markets mostly declined as Japan's economy contracted and US stocks faltered. Tech gains in South Korea offered a bright spot. Explore the latest market movements and analysis.
New HMRC figures show the top stocks and shares ISAs are worth 17 times more than top cash ISAs. Discover the growing savings divide ahead of the Budget.
HMRC data reveals a stark divide: top stocks and shares Isa pots average £10.98m, dwarfing cash Isas. Discover the power of long-term investing for wealth building.
Asian markets followed Wall Street's sharp decline as Nvidia and AI stocks plunged. Concerns over inflated valuations and delayed US interest rate cuts triggered a global tech sell-off.
Asian markets showed mixed performance as the US government shutdown ended after 43 days. Investors monitor AI stock volatility and strong Australian jobs data. Discover the latest market movements.
The FTSE 100 surged to a new all-time peak, closing at 9,787.15, driven by growing optimism that the US government shutdown could end this week. Discover the market movers and expert analysis.
Broadcasting giant ITV sees stock surge 35% as US media titan Comcast enters exclusive talks to acquire its production and streaming divisions in landmark deal.
American media giant Comcast is reportedly considering selling its substantial stake in ITV, potentially reshaping Britain's television landscape and creating new opportunities for broadcast rivals.
ITV faces significant market pressure as Sky walks away from acquisition talks, sending shares tumbling and raising questions about the broadcaster's future strategy in a competitive media landscape.
US markets experienced significant volatility as former President Donald Trump's proposed tariff plans sparked a massive sell-off in technology shares, with AI giant Nvidia leading the declines amid renewed China trade tensions.
Domino's Pizza Group reports significant profit decline as cost-conscious customers cut back on delivery orders amid ongoing inflation pressures.
Domino's Pizza Group shares plummet as Irish franchisee financial crisis threatens expansion plans and reveals deeper structural problems in the pizza giant's operations.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the outdated 0.5% stamp duty on share purchases in major U-turn, acknowledging AstraZeneca's London listing concerns. A victory for UK financial competitiveness.
London's FTSE 100 index suffers significant losses as global markets tumble, with mining and banking stocks leading the downturn amid economic uncertainty.
Former President Donald Trump's potential political comeback sends shockwaves through global markets, with Amazon shares and Asian markets showing early signs of volatility as investors weigh the implications for US-China relations.
Marks & Spencer shares experienced their sharpest decline since March 2020 after the retail bellwether warned of weaker profits, sending shockwaves through the UK retail sector.
London's FTSE 100 faces significant pressure as Auto Trader suffers its worst day since 2022 and Moonpig shares crash 25% amid profit warnings and economic concerns.
Global advertising giant WPP faces significant restructuring with thousands of jobs at risk after new CEO Mark Read condemns company's disappointing financial results and pledges radical transformation.
Meta faces investor rebellion as colossal AI investments trigger dramatic stock drop despite revenue growth. Discover why the tech giant's metaverse pivot is facing its toughest test yet.
Pharmaceutical giant GSK faces significant market pressure as its experimental HIV prevention drug shows mixed results in clinical trials, sending shares tumbling nearly 10%.
UK pub operator Marston's sees shares jump 10% after finalising joint venture with Carlsberg, creating a £780m brewing powerhouse while retaining pub estate.
Exclusive analysis reveals why JP Morgan's David Schwimmer believes Microsoft stock faces significant headwinds despite AI optimism and strong market performance.
Former US President Donald Trump faces financial turmoil as his media company's stock crashes amid controversial Putin comments and shifting political alliances.
Tesla shares face dramatic decline as Wall Street analysts express growing concerns over production challenges and demand issues, wiping billions from the company's valuation.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce makes strategic move into theme park industry with Six Flags stake, following business expansion beyond football.
Donald Trump's social media venture faces catastrophic stock collapse as Truth Social parent company reports staggering $58 million losses, raising serious questions about its financial viability.
B&M's finance director resigns following a significant accounting error that forced the retailer to issue a profit warning and wiped millions from its market value.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves sounds alarm on investment risks as experts reveal why traditional savings approaches may no longer protect your financial future in today's volatile market.
Jeff Bezos' ex-wife continues strategic reduction of Amazon holdings while maintaining her position as one of the world's wealthiest philanthropists.