Marcin Frąckiewicz

Experian PLC cuts VantageScore 4.0 to 99 cents in fresh challenge to FICO
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Experian PLC cuts VantageScore 4.0 to 99 cents in fresh challenge to FICO

Experian will charge 99 cents for each VantageScore 4.0 mortgage origination score, undercutting Fair Isaac's FICO and matching new prices from Equifax and TransUnion. The move follows FHFA's decision to allow VantageScore 4.0 or Classic FICO for loans sold to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Lenders buying both scores through Experian’s bundle will continue to get VantageScore free. Fannie and Freddie have not yet finalized acceptance of VantageScore 4.0.
March 9, 2026
Haleon PLC’s Centrum Silver May Slow Biological Aging, Nature Medicine Study Finds
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Haleon PLC’s Centrum Silver May Slow Biological Aging, Nature Medicine Study Finds

A Nature Medicine study found Haleon’s Centrum Silver slowed biological aging markers by about four months over two years in older adults, based on analysis of 958 participants. The effect was statistically significant but small, with authors urging more research. Haleon, facing weak U.S. demand and heavy competition, welcomed the findings but did not influence the trial. The company reported U.S. multivitamin sales rebounded in late 2025.
March 9, 2026
British American Tobacco share buyback update: BAT repurchases stock as 2026 outlook stays cautious
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British American Tobacco share buyback update: BAT repurchases stock as 2026 outlook stays cautious

British American Tobacco bought back 100,227 shares for about £4.31 million on March 6, cancelling them and reducing its share count to 2.17 billion. The company is running a £1.3 billion buyback for 2026 and raised its annual dividend 2% to 245.04 pence. BAT’s Velo nicotine pouch reached No. 2 in U.S. market share, while the group expects 2026 results at the lower end of its guidance.
March 9, 2026
National Grid plc stock back in focus as BofA lifts target after £70 billion plan
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National Grid plc stock back in focus as BofA lifts target after £70 billion plan

Bank of America raised its price target for National Grid to 1,525 pence from 1,300 after the utility lifted its FY27 earnings growth outlook and extended its investment plan to FY31. National Grid shares last traded at 1,332.5 pence in London. The company expects allowed revenue to boost FY27 earnings per share by 13% to 15%. Group assets could reach about 115 billion pounds by FY31.
March 9, 2026
Lloyds Banking Group plc hires Trusha Pillay as £1.75 billion buyback rolls on ahead of July strategy update
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Lloyds Banking Group plc hires Trusha Pillay as £1.75 billion buyback rolls on ahead of July strategy update

Lloyds Banking Group hired Trusha Pillay as managing director in its infrastructure and project finance team, recruiting her from BNP Paribas and MUFG. The bank also bought back 36.9 million shares Monday as part of a £1.75 billion buyback. Lloyds reported 2025 pretax profit of £6.7 billion, up 12%. CEO Charlie Nunn will outline the next strategy phase in July.
March 9, 2026
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc starts £540 million share buyback after Europe warning rattles investors
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Reckitt Benckiser Group plc starts £540 million share buyback after Europe warning rattles investors

Reckitt Benckiser launched a new share buyback of up to £540 million on Monday, with Deutsche Bank handling purchases through July 27. Shares ended down about 2% in London despite the move. The company warned Europe will stay challenging and a weak cold-and-flu season will hurt first-quarter demand. Fourth-quarter sales rose 5.4% overall but fell 4.5% in Europe.
March 9, 2026
Glencore plc weighs ASX listing after Rio Tinto talks collapse
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Glencore plc weighs ASX listing after Rio Tinto talks collapse

Glencore is considering a secondary listing on the Australian Securities Exchange to attract new investors, CEO Gary Nagle told the Australian Financial Review. The move follows failed merger talks with Rio Tinto, which Glencore said undervalued its copper business. No timetable has been set, and shareholder consultation is required before any decision. Glencore declined further comment.
March 9, 2026
RELX PLC extends share buyback after AI selloff, tops 23 million shares in 2026 (Investegate)
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RELX PLC extends share buyback after AI selloff, tops 23 million shares in 2026 (Investegate)

RELX PLC repurchased 500,000 shares Monday for about £13.2 million, bringing 2026 buybacks to 23.23 million shares. The company is executing a £2.25 billion buyback plan amid a sector selloff triggered by new generative AI tools. Treasury shares now total 27.34 million, with 1.801 billion ordinary shares outstanding. UBS AG London Branch is managing the current tranche, set to end March 20.
March 9, 2026
Shell Plc to Sell Jiffy Lube to Monomoy for $1.3 Billion in Latest Portfolio Shake-Up
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Shell Plc to Sell Jiffy Lube to Monomoy for $1.3 Billion in Latest Portfolio Shake-Up

Shell will sell Jiffy Lube International and Premium Velocity Auto to Monomoy Capital Partners for $1.3 billion, with the deal expected to close in the second half of 2026. The sale includes a long-term lubricants supply agreement. Jiffy Lube accounts for about 6.5% of Shell’s lubricants volume in the U.S. and Canada. Shell will retain its Pennzoil, Quaker State, and other lubricant brands in North America.
March 9, 2026
Anglo American Shares Sink After JPMorgan Downgrade as Copper Outlook Darkens
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Anglo American Shares Sink After JPMorgan Downgrade as Copper Outlook Darkens

Anglo American shares fell 3.2% to 3,127 pence after JPMorgan downgraded the miner to “underweight” and London stocks slid on oil-driven selling. JPMorgan cited weaker prospects for copper and iron ore, downgrading Anglo, Antofagasta, and Rio Tinto. Anglo reported a $3.7 billion loss for 2025 after a De Beers write-down, with net debt at $8.6 billion. The company is pursuing a merger with Teck Resources and a De Beers sale.
March 9, 2026
HSBC Holdings Sticks With Gulf Bet Despite Iran Conflict as Markets Slide
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HSBC Holdings Sticks With Gulf Bet Despite Iran Conflict as Markets Slide

HSBC said its confidence in Gulf economies remains unchanged despite the Iran conflict, citing continued long-term promise in the region. The bank’s UAE and Saudi operations have contributed about 5% of group profits annually over five years. Dubai’s main share index fell 2.8% Monday as oil surged 11% on Strait of Hormuz disruption fears. Some rivals have told staff to work from home or delay travel to the region.
March 9, 2026
Transocean Ltd’s Deepwater Thalassa Starts Mexico Trion Job as Valaris Deal Looms
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Transocean Ltd’s Deepwater Thalassa Starts Mexico Trion Job as Valaris Deal Looms

Woodside Energy has begun drilling at the Trion project in the Gulf of Mexico using Transocean's Deepwater Thalassa, with the rig contracted at $480,000 per day through March 2029. Transocean, pursuing a $5.8 billion all-stock merger with Valaris, reported $6.1 billion in backlog and $5.686 billion in debt. Transocean shares rose to $6.17 in New York. The Valaris deal faces regulatory and shareholder approval.
March 9, 2026
Nu Holdings stock slips as Nubank’s U.S. push keeps cost fears alive
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Nu Holdings stock slips as Nubank’s U.S. push keeps cost fears alive

Nu Holdings shares fell 0.75% to $14.47 in New York on Monday after an earlier low of $14.12. The drop follows a 50% jump in Q4 net profit and 45% revenue growth, but analysts flagged concerns over costs and credit quality. Nu ended 2025 with 131 million customers and is preparing a U.S. launch, including a stadium naming deal with Inter Miami CF. The company aims to open its U.S. bank within 18 months, pending regulatory approval.
March 9, 2026
Denison Mines Starts Saskatchewan Drill Program as Phoenix Uranium Mine Build Nears
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Denison Mines Starts Saskatchewan Drill Program as Phoenix Uranium Mine Build Nears

Denison Mines began winter drilling at the Wheeler North joint venture in northern Saskatchewan, launching a 2,500-metre diamond drill program weeks after approving construction of its Phoenix uranium mine. Denison owns 49% of Wheeler North and can increase its stake to 70% through further spending and payments to partner Skyharbour Resources. Phoenix’s initial capital cost estimate rose to C$600 million in January. Denison shares rose 8 cents to $3.75.
March 9, 2026
Bitmine Immersion Technologies stock climbs after BMNR ether stash hits 4.53 million, holdings top $10.3 billion
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Bitmine Immersion Technologies stock climbs after BMNR ether stash hits 4.53 million, holdings top $10.3 billion

Bitmine Immersion Technologies reported its investments reached $10.3 billion as of March 8, including 4.53 million ether tokens and $1.2 billion in cash. Shares rose about 6% Monday. The company said it bought nearly 61,000 ETH in the past week and now holds 3.76% of ether’s total supply, with two-thirds staked. Bitmine’s planned staking platform MAVAN is set for launch in Q1 2026.
March 9, 2026
Banco Bradesco Moves Bradsaúde Plan Ahead as Odontoprev Sets April Vote
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Banco Bradesco Moves Bradsaúde Plan Ahead as Odontoprev Sets April Vote

Bradesco shareholders will vote March 31 on spinning off Bradseg, while Odontoprev holders meet April 6 to approve absorbing Bradesco Gestão de Saúde and renaming as Bradsaúde. The bank says updated documents and a new appraisal do not change the deal’s terms. The reorganization still needs regulator approval and a secondary share sale to meet free float rules has not been scheduled. Bradesco reported 24.7 billion reais profit in 2025.
March 9, 2026
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