Articles by Daniel Marsh
Refinance Rates Remain Elevated Above 6%, Dampening Homeowner Enthusiasm
Average 30-year fixed refinance rates hold above 6%, with government-backed options slightly lower. Most borrowers face higher costs despite some lenders offering sub-6% rates.
Experian Shares Dip Near 52-Week Low Despite Ongoing Buyback Activity
Experian's stock fell 1.5% in London trading, touching its one-year low, even as the company continued its $1 billion share repurchase program with a fresh 400,000-share purchase.
IAG Shares Retreat from 52-Week Peak as Oil Volatility Weighs
International Consolidated Airlines Group shares fell 1.3% in early London trading, pulling back after reaching a fresh 52-week high. Investors are focused on fuel costs and the upcoming full-year results.
BAE Systems Shares Dip Ahead of Earnings Despite New U.S. Army Contract
BAE Systems shares edged lower in London trading after securing a $137 million U.S. Army missile-warning contract, with investor focus shifting to upcoming annual results.
Anglo American Shares Dip as De Beers Stake Negotiations Intensify
Anglo American shares fell 0.42% amid reports Angola seeks a 20%-30% stake in De Beers, complicating the sale process. Investors await full-year results on February 20.
LSEG Stock Gains on Buyback News, Regulatory Updates
London Stock Exchange Group shares advanced 0.5% following a share repurchase announcement. Key developments include an FCA data transparency plan and FTSE Russell's Indonesia index review delay.
Shell Shares Dip Amid Buyback Program and Reserve Concerns
Shell shares edged lower in London trading following a fresh share buyback announcement, while analysts highlight concerns over declining reserve life.
Reckitt Benckiser Gains Ahead of Special Dividend and Full-Year Report
Reckitt Benckiser shares edged up 0.1% in London trading as investors await a £1.6 billion special dividend payment on February 20 and full-year results scheduled for March 5.
Lloyds Buyback Progresses Amid Barclays Capital Return Pressure
Lloyds Banking Group continues its £1.75 billion share repurchase program, while Barclays' enhanced capital return targets intensify focus on UK bank profitability ahead of key economic data.
HSBC Shares Edge Lower as Barclays' Strong Results Spotlight UK Banking Sector
HSBC shares dipped 0.5% in early London trading, retreating from near a 52-week high, as investors assessed Barclays' robust earnings and capital return plans ahead of HSBC's own annual results later this month.
Hongkong Land Shares Gain on Share Buyback Activity Ahead of Annual Results
Hongkong Land Holdings advanced 2.4% in Singapore trading following a regulatory filing disclosing a share repurchase. Investors await the firm's annual results on March 5 for insights on capital returns and Hong Kong office market conditions.
Jardine Matheson Shares Retreat Amid Insider Purchase and Earnings Anticipation
Jardine Matheson Holdings declined 1.6% in Singapore trading as investors assessed a director's share acquisition ahead of the conglomerate's upcoming annual results.