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UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 06.04.2026

UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 06.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 6, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 6, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Sports Entertainment Group (ASX:SEG) Nears Profitability with Strong Growth Forecast April 6, 2026, 11:51 PM EDT. Sports Entertainment Group Limited (ASX:SEG) is poised to shift from losses to profits, with analysts predicting breakeven by 2026 after narrowing its trailing twelve-month loss to AU$952,000. The company, operating in sports media and entertainment in Australia, aims to hit positive earnings of AU$5.2 million next year, requiring an aggressive 52% annual growth rate. Despite a recent AU$5.1 million loss, SEG's capital structure shows moderate risk with debt constituting
April 6, 2026
UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 05.04.2026
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UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 05.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 5, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 5, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT PageGroup Shares Valuation Cut as Analysts Lower Price Targets Amid Earnings Reset April 5, 2026, 11:51 PM EDT. Analysts have reduced PageGroup's (LSE: PAGE) fair value estimate by 13% to £2.42 per share, reflecting lowered expectations amid structural challenges in the European Business and Employment Services sector. Price targets now range between £2.15 and £2.25, with Jefferies and Investec maintaining Hold ratings despite the cautious tone. Jefferies lowered its target from £2.55, citing cyclical headwinds and prolonged lower earnings. Investec shifted from Buy to Hold,
April 5, 2026
UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 04.04.2026
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UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 04.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 4, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 4, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT ANZ Shares Valuation: PE Ratio and Sector Comparison Analysis April 4, 2026, 11:49 PM EDT. ANZ Banking Group shares trade around $37, with a price-earnings ratio (PER) of 17x, slightly below the banking sector average of 19x. The PER compares share price to full-year earnings and helps assess if shares are over- or undervalued. Analysts compare ANZ's PER to peers like NAB and CBA to estimate fair value, multiplying earnings per share ($2.15 for FY24) by sector average PER to gauge relative pricing. However, PER
April 4, 2026
Shell Plc Eyes Shenandoah Stake as Oil Shock Sends Majors Chasing Safer U.S. Barrels
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Shell Plc Eyes Shenandoah Stake as Oil Shock Sends Majors Chasing Safer U.S. Barrels

Shell is considering a bid for a 51% stake in the Shenandoah offshore oil field in the U.S. Gulf, sources said, as sellers Beacon Offshore and HEQ Deepwater seek buyers. The field began producing in July 2025 and hit 100,000 barrels per day within 75 days. Brent crude settled at $109.03 after Trump threatened more attacks on Iran. Initial bids for Shenandoah are expected in the coming weeks.
April 3, 2026
Lloyds Banking Group plc Sticks With £1.95 Billion Motor Finance Provision as FCA Trims Redress Bill
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Lloyds Banking Group plc Sticks With £1.95 Billion Motor Finance Provision as FCA Trims Redress Bill

Lloyds Banking Group said it will not increase its £1.95 billion provision for motor-finance mis-selling after reviewing final FCA rules. The FCA cut the sector’s total bill to £9.1 billion and narrowed eligibility to 12.1 million car loans. Lloyds shares fell 1.6% after the update. The bank warned that response rates, costs, and litigation remain uncertain.
April 3, 2026
Ryanair Expands Morocco Routes as Leeds-Bradford-Agadir and Valencia-Rabat Flights Take Off
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Ryanair Expands Morocco Routes as Leeds-Bradford-Agadir and Valencia-Rabat Flights Take Off

Ryanair launched new flights from Leeds Bradford to Agadir and from Valencia to Rabat on March 31, marking the start of its summer 2026 schedule. The Leeds Bradford-Agadir and Valencia-Rabat routes will run four times a week. Rabat also appears in Milan Bergamo Airport’s expanded summer network, which now covers 152 routes in 44 countries. Ryanair’s new Rabat base opens in April, increasing summer seat capacity by 45%.
April 3, 2026
UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 03.04.2026

UK & AU Stock Market Today: Live Updates 03.04.2026

LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 3, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 3, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT SHL Share Price Overview and Why Healthcare Stocks Appeal to Investors April 3, 2026, 11:55 PM EDT. The Sonic Healthcare Ltd (ASX: SHL) share price has decreased 11.0% since early 2025, drawing attention to its potential as an investment. Sonic Healthcare is a major player in pathology and diagnostic services across several regions including Australia, Europe, and North America. Healthcare stocks like SHL are favored for their stable revenue streams, often referred to as 'sticky revenue,' since healthcare spending tends to persist even in downturns.
April 3, 2026
Ryanair Warns UK Summer Flights Face Jet Fuel Crunch, Cancellations and Higher Fares
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Ryanair Warns UK Summer Flights Face Jet Fuel Crunch, Cancellations and Higher Fares

Ryanair warned it may cancel up to 10% of summer flights if the Iran war keeps disrupting jet fuel markets, as UK route cuts began with Skybus ending its London-Newquay service early. Jet fuel averaged $195 a barrel last week, more than double last year’s price. The IEA said shortages hitting Asia are likely to reach Europe by May. British Airways reported no current supply disruption but is monitoring the situation.
April 3, 2026
Macquarie Group Ltd makes £100 million bet on UK social housing with Places for People deal
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Macquarie Group Ltd makes £100 million bet on UK social housing with Places for People deal

Kmart faces a class action in Australia’s Federal Court alleging systematic underpayment of salaried store managers over six years. The case, filed Thursday, claims managers worked beyond rostered hours without overtime or penalty rates. Adero Law says up to 6,000 current and former staff could be affected. Kmart acknowledged the lawsuit but has not yet filed a defence.
April 3, 2026
National Australia Bank contacts 200,000 firms as fuel shock squeezes Australia’s supply chains
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National Australia Bank contacts 200,000 firms as fuel shock squeezes Australia’s supply chains

National Australia Bank has contacted nearly 200,000 business customers as volatile fuel prices hit agriculture, transport, and manufacturing. Diesel prices in Australia are up 88% since the Middle East conflict began, with fertiliser costs also surging. Canberra announced up to A$1 billion in interest-free loans for critical businesses. NAB reported a 100% jump in EV loans in March as firms seek to cut fuel exposure.
April 2, 2026
Santos Pushes Ahead With Yarrow Gas Wells as Australia’s Tax Fight Intensifies
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Santos Pushes Ahead With Yarrow Gas Wells as Australia’s Tax Fight Intensifies

Santos will drill two more wells at the Yarrow gas field in South Australia after Red Sky Energy approved project spending and confirmed its 20% stake. Drilling on the first well is set to begin soon. Yarrow 1, online since November, initially produced 2.4 million standard cubic feet per day, above forecasts. The new wells come as Santos faces political scrutiny over gas exports and recent profit declines.
April 2, 2026
Commonwealth Bank of Australia Says Fuel Shock Is Hitting Wallets as RBA Rate Risks Build
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Says Fuel Shock Is Hitting Wallets as RBA Rate Risks Build

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a sharp rise in fuel spending through March 27 as Middle East conflict drove up petrol and diesel prices, while overall household spending stayed flat. CBA now expects inflation to reach 5.4% by mid-2026 and unemployment to rise to 4.6% by early 2027. The bank said households are shifting budgets rather than cutting back. Markets see about a 60% chance of another rate hike in May.
April 2, 2026
Woodside Energy Restarts North West Shelf LNG After Cyclone as Australia Eyes Gas Security

Woodside Energy Restarts North West Shelf LNG After Cyclone as Australia Eyes Gas Security

Woodside Energy has restarted LNG and domestic gas production at its North West Shelf project in Western Australia after Cyclone Narelle halted operations. Chevron’s Wheatstone LNG plant remains fully offline, with repairs expected to take weeks. The Australian government may trigger the ADGSM to secure local gas supply as east-coast shortages loom. Brent crude closed at $109.03 a barrel, up nearly 8% amid ongoing supply concerns.
April 2, 2026
BHP closes $4.3 billion Antamina silver deal, unlocking cash for copper push
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BHP closes $4.3 billion Antamina silver deal, unlocking cash for copper push

BHP Group received a $4.3 billion upfront payment from Wheaton Precious Metals after finalizing a silver streaming deal tied to its share of Peru’s Antamina mine output. The agreement gives Wheaton rights to 33.75% of BHP’s silver from Antamina until 100 million ounces are delivered, then 22.5% after, with settlement via metal credits. BHP retains full exposure to copper, zinc, and lead from the mine.
April 2, 2026
Stellantis, Leapmotor Explore Brampton EV Production as C10 “Leap Mode” Proves Fictional
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Stellantis, Leapmotor Explore Brampton EV Production as C10 “Leap Mode” Proves Fictional

Stellantis is in early talks with China’s Leapmotor to build electric vehicles at its idled Brampton, Ontario, plant, Bloomberg reported Thursday. Stellantis shares rose 4.1% in Milan after the news. The discussions follow Canada’s recent move to lower tariffs on some Chinese EVs and seek joint-venture investment. Stellantis holds a 21% stake in Leapmotor and controls Leapmotor International.
April 2, 2026
RELX PLC Reaffirms Strong 2026 Outlook in April Investor Update as AI Fears Linger

RELX PLC Reaffirms Strong 2026 Outlook in April Investor Update as AI Fears Linger

RELX reaffirmed its forecast for strong revenue and adjusted operating profit growth in a new investor presentation Thursday. The company reported 2025 revenue of £9.6 billion and an adjusted operating margin of 34.8%. RELX shares remain down 36% over the past year amid investor concerns about AI competition. The group is conducting a £350 million share buyback through April 22.
April 2, 2026
UK Diesel Hits £2 a Litre in Southern England as Record March Fuel Rise Squeezes Drivers
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UK Diesel Hits £2 a Litre in Southern England as Record March Fuel Rise Squeezes Drivers

UK diesel prices neared £2 a litre at some southern England stations this week, with March seeing record monthly increases amid Middle East tensions and rising crude. RAC data showed average diesel up 40p to 182.77p a litre, pushing a 55-litre fill above £100 for the first time since 2022. Asda reported temporary shortages at some sites, but industry groups said national supply remains stable. Brent crude traded near $107.50 a barrel Thursday.
April 2, 2026
Prudential plc fixes $13.83 scrip dividend price as 2026 buyback rolls on
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Prudential plc fixes $13.83 scrip dividend price as 2026 buyback rolls on

Steven, 60, missing from Ingoldmells near Skegness since March 26, was found Wednesday, ending a police appeal. Petrol prices in Skegness ranged from 149.7p to 155.9p per litre on Thursday, with nearby Mablethorpe stations posting up to 163.9p. Police expect over 250,000 daily visitors on the Lincolnshire coast for Easter, with heavy traffic and increased patrols planned.
April 2, 2026
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  • East Coast Research Raises GoldArc Target Price to 20c on Partner-Funded Mines and High-Grade Gold Hits
    May 27, 2026, 2:51 AM EDT. East Coast Research has increased its target price for GoldArc Resources (ASX:GA8) to 20c, up from 16.8c, reflecting de-risking through partner-funded mine developments and high-grade gold discoveries. This new target implies a 167% upside from the current 7.5c share price. GoldArc secured 100% ownership of Mt Stirling, enabling BML Ventures to fund and manage a ~34,000m drilling program, with production expected in H2 2026. A binding term sheet with Mineral Mining Services funds development at Orion and Sapphire deposits with production aimed for Q1 2027. East Coast analyst Michael Jarvis highlighted GoldArc's multiple funded projects and systematic drilling through 2027 supporting potential resource growth, cash flow generation, and a sustained share price re-rating.