Moonpig Shares Surge 10.7% on Strong FY26 Results and Growth Prospects
June 25, 2026, 7:07 AM EDT. Moonpig (LSE:MOON) soared 10.7% to 248p on June 25, outpacing the FTSE 250’s 3.2% gain and marking a 23% increase year-to-date. The UK online greetings leader reported a 6.5% revenue rise to £373 million and a 13.4% increase in adjusted pre-tax profit to £76.5 million for FY26. Adjusted earnings per share grew 19.5%, free cash flow climbed 11.2%, and the dividend was raised by 25%. Moonpig’s expanding 113 million customer reminder database, 29.3% surge in subscription members to 1.2 million, and adoption of AI-generated features underpin robust customer loyalty and growth potential amid market uncertainties.
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BP Shares Fall 1.4% as Oil Prices Drop Despite Abu Dhabi Gas Stake
June 25, 2026, 7:06 AM EDT. BP shares dropped 1.4% to 473 pence amid a 1.7% decline in Brent crude to $72.46 a barrel, marking its lowest since February 27. BP acquired a 10% stake in Abu Dhabi’s Bab Gas Cap concession, its first upstream gas deal in the emirate, expected to add approximately 33,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d) to output. Despite this, BP shares lagged the FTSE 100, declining 5.1% over two days versus the index’s 0.6% rise. The Bab concession targets 1.5 billion cubic feet per day, with ADNOC holding 60%. The deal’s capital costs and production start remain undisclosed, leaving its cash-flow impact uncertain. Brent crude’s price drop accelerates amid increased Gulf oil flows and potential rises in Iranian exports, pressuring oil prices further.
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BAT Shares Surge £7.4 Billion, Outpacing Dividend and Buyback Plans
June 25, 2026, 7:05 AM EDT. British American Tobacco (BAT) shares surged 7.9% over three sessions, adding £7.4 billion to market value, exceeding the combined value of its announced annual dividend and £1.3 billion 2026 buyback. The stock edged down 0.1% Thursday to 4,672 pence, reducing the implied dividend and buyback yield to about 6.5% from 7.0%. BAT’s market cap growth outpaced its planned cash returns, challenging buyback effectiveness at current share prices. CEO Tadeu Marroco highlighted U.S. illicit-vape market potential amid cautious revenue guidance for 2026, projecting low single-digit growth. Analysts note BAT trades above fair value estimates with forward earnings multiples above historical averages, underscoring the need for stronger second-half cigarette business performance to meet guidance targets.
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LSEG Shares Drop 2.5% on Increased Buyback Discount Amid Ongoing Share Repurchase
June 25, 2026, 7:04 AM EDT. LSEG shares fell 2.5% to 8,076 pence, underperforming the FTSE 100 which rose 0.3%. The stock trades 4.5% below LSEG’s average buyback price of £84.59 from Q1, allowing the company to repurchase approximately 560,000 more shares per £1 billion now than then. LSEG plans to return £3 billion via buybacks by February 2027. Despite recent analyst downgrades citing AI risks in Data & Analytics, consensus remains mostly positive with 17 of 19 analysts rating the stock as buy or outperform. Median 12-month target price stands at 12,000 pence, suggesting potential upside of 48.6%. The buyback discount reflects market valuation below LSEG’s recent capital return price.
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IAG Shares Hit 52-Week High on Lower Fuel Costs Despite Dividend Payout
June 25, 2026, 6:50 AM EDT. IAG (LON:IAG) shares climbed to a new 52-week high at 490.50 pence, up 1.7%, or 2.6% including a 4.314p final dividend. The airline benefits from a drop in Brent crude oil prices to $72.46 per barrel, easing fuel cost forecasts. Deutsche Bank cut IAG’s 2026 fuel bill estimate by €440 million to €8.56 billion and raised its price target to 540p. Despite trimmed capacity growth and expectations to miss prior profit and cash flow targets, analysts remain optimistic, citing strong free cash flow. IAG is 70% hedged for the year and aims to offset about 60% of elevated fuel costs through revenue and cost measures. Second-quarter results are due July 31.
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Moonpig shares soar on 19.5% rise in adjusted EPS and strong full-year results
June 25, 2026, 6:49 AM EDT. Moonpig saw its shares jump 10% after reporting robust full-year results. Revenue rose 6.5% to £373 million, driven by the Moonpig brand’s 8.6% growth and the Dutch Greetz business’s 1.5% increase. Adjusted earnings per share climbed 19.5% to 18p, supported by an 8.1% rise in adjusted EBITDA to £104.6 million and improving margins. Free cash flow grew 11.2% to £73.5 million. The company lifted its full-year dividend by 25% to 3.75p. Active customers reached 12.3 million as average order value increased 5.7%, boosted by higher-value gift purchases. Analyst Mark Crouch highlighted Moonpig’s strong customer loyalty and repeat business as key drivers amid varying economic conditions.
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Lloyds shares near 109p as buyback reduces share count amid rising stock price
June 25, 2026, 6:33 AM EDT. Lloyds Banking Group shares rose about 1.2% to close near 109 pence, outpacing the FTSE 100’s 0.2% gain. The bank’s ongoing £1.75 billion share buyback programme bought 5 million shares at an average price of 108.31p, higher than earlier averages. This means fewer shares will be repurchased per pound spent, reducing the buyback’s impact on share count compared to previous programmes. At current prices, £100 million buys 92.3 million shares, nearly 29% fewer than in 2025. Lloyds’ shares trade at 1.9 times tangible net asset value, reflecting a higher valuation hurdle. CEO Charlie Nunn reaffirmed 2026 targets, citing a 17% first-quarter return on tangible equity. Lloyds plans a strategic update and half-year results release on July 30.
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National Grid Shares Rise on New York Line Success in £70 Billion Investment Plan
June 25, 2026, 6:18 AM EDT. National Grid’s shares rose 1.17% to 1,255.5 pence after the completion of the Smart Path Connect line in New York, a key part of its £70 billion five-year investment programme. The 100-mile renewable power line is expected to deliver $438 million in yearly customer benefits, covering nearly 80% of National Grid’s stated $550 million capital share. Completion removes delivery risks under federal rules without immediately boosting earnings. The project supports National Grid’s goal of 10% annual asset growth and 8-10% earnings per share growth, marking its largest investment effort to date. This milestone strengthens grid reliability amid rising demand in New York, as noted by local energy officials.
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Shell Shares Slip 0.7% as Brent Crude Falls; ARC Resources Deal Premium Narrows
June 25, 2026, 6:17 AM EDT. Shell Plc shares fell 0.7% to 2,926 pence amid a 1.4% drop in Brent crude futures to $72.68, the lowest since February 27. Since June 12, Shell shares declined 9.1%, partly reflecting the pause of a $3 billion buyback program until mid-July. Brent crude prices dropped 16.8% over the same period. ARC Resources Ltd shares trade near C$30.29, about 7.6% below the announced acquisition offer priced in Shell shares and cash, narrowing the deal premium to around 10.5% from 20%. Analysts cite easing supply concerns with tanker flows near pre-conflict levels and possible increased Iranian output, impacting price outlooks for Brent. Shell will issue around 228 million new shares for the ARC deal, fixed ratio means ARC shareholders’ value depends heavily on Shell’s share price.
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Barclays Shares Rise After £500 Million Buyback Surpasses Current Market Price
June 25, 2026, 6:01 AM EDT. Barclays PLC (LON:BARC) shares climbed 1.3% to 514p following completion of a £500 million share buyback, which retired 110.06 million shares at an average price of 454.3p each. This buyback removed more shares than the current price covers, representing a 13.1% increase in shares retired for the same outlay compared to today’s price. Barclays has now spent £1.5 billion cancelling 344.91 million shares in 2026 alone. However, the average buyback price exceeded the bank’s tangible net asset value, leading some analysts to question its valuation benefits. Despite this, Barclays received a buy rating from Berenberg with a 620p target, citing strong returns on equity compared to peers.
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Shell Shares Drop 8.4% Amid US-Iran Deal Uncertainty: Further Declines Possible?
June 25, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT. Shell’s share price fell 8.4% last week, sliding from 3,217p to 2,946.5p after a US-Iran memorandum of understanding reduced crude oil price fears linked to Middle East tensions. Despite this, the stock remains 14.9% higher over 12 months and well above its 52-week low of 2,499p, indicating partial loss recovery. Analysts caution that the deal’s fragility and slow oil supply normalization-expected by late August or longer-could trigger rebounds or volatility. Investors are advised to weigh geopolitical and market risks carefully before making decisions.
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3i Group Shares Surge on Stronger Sales from Dutch Retailer Action
June 25, 2026, 5:51 AM EDT. Shares of 3i Group (LON:III) rose 9.5% to 2,488 pence after its hold in Dutch discount retailer Action showed a solid profit outlook. Action’s like-for-like sales growth increased to 3.3% year-to-date through week 25, with an estimated 6.2% rise in the last six weeks. Despite missing its annual 4-5% growth target, Action accelerated store openings to 105 by week 25, impacting 3i’s net asset value since Action accounts for 75% of its portfolio by value. 3i’s share buyback program is also influenced by the rally, with remaining funds expected to purchase fewer shares. Analysts express caution due to 3i’s high dependence on Action, as the stock remains down 45% from its 2025 peak. Next quarterly update due July 23.
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easyJet shares rise as Castlelake raises takeover bid, creating £579 million valuation gap
June 25, 2026, 5:50 AM EDT. easyJet plc shares rose 6.3% to 573.6 pence following a fourth takeover proposal of 650 pence per share from U.S. investor Castlelake, leaving a £579 million gap between the market and bid prices. Castlelake’s bid values easyJet at £4.93 billion, while the airline’s market capitalization stood at £4.35 billion. Analysts estimate a roughly 70% chance of the deal closing based on current share price dynamics. Castlelake and partners would control 49% of the bidding vehicle. easyJet faces operational challenges, including a £552 million half-year pre-tax loss and uncertainty over full-year outlook amid rising fuel costs and weaker bookings. Investor focus has shifted from earnings targets to deal completion probabilities.
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London Stocks Rise on Financials and Retail Strength
June 25, 2026, 5:49 AM EDT. London’s main FTSE indexes edged higher on Thursday, driven by strong business updates from financial and retail companies. Investor interest was further sparked as airline easyJet signaled openness to a potential buyout by private equity firm Castlelake, fueling market optimism.
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Winvia Entertainment Shares Rally Then Retreat to 245p, Market Cap at £257m
June 25, 2026, 5:48 AM EDT. Winvia Entertainment (LON:WVIA), a technology-focused company in the prize draw, skill games, and online gaming sectors, saw its shares climb 26% from 225p to a peak of 284p in early June. Since then, shares have retreated to 245p. The current market capitalization stands at £257 million. The company’s recent share movement highlights investor interest in its niche entertainment offerings. Analysts previously flagged Winvia as a stock to watch, reflecting confidence in its growth potential within the gambling and gaming market segments.
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3i Group's FTSE 100 Shares Rebound After 37% Fall on Strong Action Sales
June 25, 2026, 5:47 AM EDT. 3i Group (LSE:III) shares jumped 10% on June 25 after reporting stronger-than-expected like-for-like sales growth of 3.3% at its key retail holding, Action. The FTSE 100 investment trust’s stock had slumped 37% over the past year due to earlier weak sales at the European value retailer, which accounts for 75% of 3i’s portfolio. Action targets 4%-5% full-year sales growth and plans to open 105 new stores in 2026. Despite ongoing challenges in markets like France and Germany amid a cost-of-living crisis, investors see renewed momentum in 3i’s broader private equity holdings. Analysts, including RBC Capital, highlight recent sales surges as a positive signal for the rest of 2026.
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Raspberry Pi Shares Surge 142% in 3 Months Despite Recent Drop
June 25, 2026, 5:46 AM EDT. A £2,636 investment in Raspberry Pi (LSE: RPI), a FTSE 250 tech stock, three months ago is now worth £6,384, marking a 142.2% gain. The Cambridge-based company, known for its affordable single-board computers and semiconductors, has seen a surge driven by industrial demand and AI growth. Year-to-date, shares have climbed 166.7%, though a recent 12.8% one-week drop signals volatility. Trading at a high price-to-earnings ratio of 92.5 and a market cap of £1.5 billion, the stock may face risks of overheating and swift market swings. Despite the recent pullback, Raspberry Pi remains below its 52-week peak, reflecting shifting investor sentiment amid ongoing global uncertainties.
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FTSE 100 Rises on Micron Technology Earnings and Positive UK Stock Updates
June 25, 2026, 5:45 AM EDT. The FTSE 100 climbed 0.3% on Thursday, buoyed by strong earnings from Micron Technology, which eased concerns about the AI sector. Micron’s 16% premarket surge boosted global sentiment, lifting Nasdaq futures and Asian indexes. In London, 3i Group topped the FTSE 100 gainers with a 10% jump following positive updates from its key holding, Dutch retailer Action. Aberdeen also gained 4% after benefiting from strong flows at its Interactive Investor platform. Housebuilders Barratt Redrow and Persimmon rose on investor calls for share buybacks at undervalued prices. Conversely, the London Stock Exchange Group fell 2%, leading decliners. Market analysts noted renewed confidence in the AI chip supply-demand outlook sustaining investor optimism.
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3i Group Shares Rise 10% But Still Attractively Priced Amid Action Retail Success
June 25, 2026, 5:29 AM EDT. 3i Group (LSE: III), a private equity investment trust in the FTSE 100, surged nearly 10% following sales growth reports from its standout holding, European discount retailer Action. Despite Action’s slowing sales growth last year sparking share price volatility, recent data shows 3.3% sales growth in 2024 and plans to open 105 new stores by 2026. With a strong cash balance of £699 million after paying a £450 million dividend, 3i Group still trades at about a 25% discount. Investors remain cautious as the portfolio’s performance heavily depends on Action, which may soon face market saturation. The broader private equity portfolio reportedly sustains solid momentum.
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4 Quick Metrics to Evaluate Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Share Price
June 25, 2026, 5:16 AM EDT. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) dominates Australia’s mortgage, credit card, and personal loan markets, serving over 15 million customers. To assess its share price, investors should consider employee culture, with CBA rating 3.4/5 on Seek, above the banking sector average. Profitability hinges on the Net Interest Margin (NIM), where CBA’s 1.99% outperforms the ASX banks’ 1.78% average, reflecting stronger lending returns. The Return on Equity (ROE) of 13.1% exceeds the sector average of 9.35%, indicating solid profit generation relative to shareholder equity. Lastly, analysing the bank’s Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio is crucial as it measures capital buffer and financial resilience.
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Rolls-Royce shares surpass analyst median as buyback volume plunges
June 25, 2026, 5:15 AM EDT. Rolls-Royce shares closed 0.45% higher at 1,425.6 pence, surpassing the median analyst target of 1,400p. The weekly share buyback program saw a dramatic decrease in volume, with only 584 shares repurchased compared to 2.86 million the previous week. The company has spent £848.4 million of its £2.3 billion buyback plan so far, leaving £1.45 billion available. At current prices, remaining funds could buy back approximately 1.2% of shares on the market. While buyback activity slowed, this does not necessarily reflect management’s view on share valuation, as purchasing banks execute trades independently within preset rules. Rolls-Royce maintains a 2026 operating profit forecast of £4.0-4.2 billion and aims to complete up to £2.5 billion in buybacks by 2026.
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Anglo American shares rise after Chile copper joint venture agreement
June 25, 2026, 5:14 AM EDT. Anglo American plc shares rose 1.2% in early London trading following finalization of a joint copper mine plan with Codelco in Chile. The deal adds around 120,000 tonnes of copper output per year, with Anglo’s economic share estimated at 30,060 tonnes annually, representing 4.1% of its 2026 guidance midpoint. The project lowers unit costs by 15% but delays new output until after 2030. The net present value attributable to Anglo is approximately $1.25 billion, down from an initial $5 billion valuation. Analysts highlight potential capital expenditure savings of $15 billion over ten years from similar deals. Key next steps include securing environmental permits, with studies to be filed by December 2026 and final implementation targeted by 2030.
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Great Southern Copper Issues Shares for Artemisa Project; Trading Admission Set for July
June 25, 2026, 5:02 AM EDT. Great Southern Copper PLC (GSC), a UK-listed company focused on copper, gold, and silver exploration in Chile, has issued 868,436 new shares at £0.0262 each as part payment for the Artemisa project under an option agreement. The newly issued shares are expected to be admitted to trading on the London Stock Exchange Main Market around 8:00am on 2 July 2026. Post admission, the total shares and voting rights in GSC will reach 770,953,490, providing shareholders updated figures for regulatory disclosures. GSC holds rights to the Especularita project in Chile’s coastal metallogenic belt, a region with significant copper mining operations known for infrastructure access and diverse deposit types. This project aligns with GSC’s strategy to explore in a top global copper producing jurisdiction.
Advanced Medical Solutions Shares Rise After Recommended 285p Bid by H.B. Fuller
June 25, 2026, 5:01 AM EDT. Advanced Medical Solutions (AMS) shares rose 16.1% to 278.5p following a recommended 285p cash bid from H.B. Fuller, representing an 18.8% premium over the previous close. Early trading saw 6.3% of AMS shares change hands, reflecting strong market interest. The offer values AMS’s equity at £659 million and enterprise value at £715 million. H.B. Fuller anticipates the EBITDA multiple to drop from 12.9 to under 8 times after synergies, aiming for £41 million in yearly revenue and cost synergies by 2031. The deal requires regulatory approvals across multiple regions and shareholder backing by the end of 2026. H.B. Fuller CEO described the acquisition as a key strategic move, while AMS’s board unanimously recommends the offer.
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HSBC Nears 52-Week High with Price-to-Book Ratio at Five-Year Peak
June 25, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT. HSBC shares edged 0.6% higher to 1,438.4 pence, nearing their 52-week high of 1,456 pence. The price-to-book ratio reached 1.67, a five-year peak and nearly double the median. Deutsche Bank raised its price target to 1,520 pence, maintaining a Hold rating. HSBC’s wealth division fuels strong revenue growth, with $1.6 trillion in balances and $39 billion in net inflows, mainly from Asia. First-quarter pretax profit stood at $9.4 billion, with a 17.3% annualised return on tangible equity. Credit costs rose, prompting an increased outlook to 45 basis points. HSBC’s interim results are due August 4, with third-quarter figures expected October 27. The bank highlights continued client preference for human advisers over AI in investment decisions.
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Glencore Shares Drop Sharply Ahead of August Standstill Deadline
June 25, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT. Glencore shares fell 0.5% to 519 pence in early London trading, down 11.4% over four weeks, outpacing a 5.7% drop in copper prices. The decline reflects investor caution ahead of the August expiration of Rio Tinto’s six-month standstill period, potentially reopening merger talks. Glencore may also seek discussions with BHP, both companies declined comment. Despite share softness, Glencore’s copper output rose 19% in Q1 and the company confirmed its 2026 copper production guidance at 810,000 to 870,000 tonnes. CEO Gary Nagle expects annualised free cash flow around $7 billion if commodity prices hold steady. Glencore plans to increase copper production to over 1 million tonnes by 2028 and 1.6 million tonnes by 2035.
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Oil Prices Dip Below $72 Amid US-Iran Deal, Strait of Hormuz Traffic Resumes
June 25, 2026, 4:29 AM EDT.Oil prices dropped to pre-Iran war levels, with Brent crude briefly falling below $72.48 a barrel after the US and Iran signed a Memorandum of Understanding easing sanctions. This led to increased traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas shipping route. Maritime intelligence recorded a surge in vessel movements, including crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG), although volumes remain below pre-war peaks. The US established a communication channel with Iran to ensure safe commercial passage. Despite falling crude prices, US gas prices decreased only slightly and remain high. President Trump has launched probes into major energy firms amid concerns over fuel pricing amid these market shifts.
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Hochschild and Fresnillo Lead FTSE Decline Amid Gold Price Drop
June 25, 2026, 4:28 AM EDT. Hochschild Mining PLC and Fresnillo PLC spearheaded losses in London’s mining sector on Thursday. The fall followed a pullback in gold and silver prices, which pressured shares of precious metals miners. The FTSE mining index declined as investors reacted to the weaker commodity prices, reflecting concerns over demand and broader market volatility. Hochschild and Fresnillo, both major gold and silver producers, saw notable share price declines, highlighting the sensitivity of mining stocks to raw material valuations.
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Oil Prices Drop to Pre-Iran War Levels Amid Renewed Strait of Hormuz Traffic
June 25, 2026, 4:12 AM EDT.Oil prices have fallen to levels not seen since before the IRAN WAR, with Brent crude briefly dipping below $72.48 a barrel. This follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the US and Iran, leading to partial lifting of sanctions and resumed traffic through the crucial STRAIT OF HORMUZ, a key shipping route for oil and gas. Maritime intelligence shows a surge in vessels passing the strait, including crude oil, LNG, and other goods. However, shipping volumes remain below pre-war highs. The US has also established a communication line with Iran to ensure safe commercial passage. Meanwhile, US gas prices have slightly decreased but remain elevated compared to pre-conflict levels. President Trump has ordered probes into major energy firms over fuel price concerns amid sliding crude costs.
