Articles by Daniel Marsh
BAT Shares Gain on Reaffirmed 2026 Targets and Ongoing Share Repurchases
British American Tobacco shares advanced in early London trading after the company confirmed its 2026 financial guidance and provided an update on its ongoing share repurchase initiative.
Ashtead Shares Dip Amid Buyback Activity Ahead of NYSE Listing Shift
Ashtead Group's stock declined 0.4% in early London trading following another treasury share purchase. The equipment rental firm is preparing to shift its primary listing to the New York Stock Exchange in early March.
Barclays Shares Dip on Ex-Dividend Adjustment Amid Ongoing Buyback
Barclays PLC shares declined 1.4% to 479 pence in Thursday's early session, underperforming the FTSE 100, following its ex-dividend date. The bank also reported new buyback activity.
LSEG Shares Rise as Elliott Demands Strategic Review and Buyback
London Stock Exchange Group shares advanced 0.3% after Elliott Investment Management urged a strategic review and a £5 billion share repurchase program. The news comes as LSEG announced major data partnerships with Standard Chartered and Bank of America.
RELX Shares Gain on Buyback Activity Amid CEO Pay Scrutiny
RELX PLC shares advanced 2.8% to 2,297 pence after announcing a 1.8 million share buyback. Investor focus shifts to executive compensation reports and AI's impact on its core data business.
HSBC Gains Ahead of Annual Results as UK Rate Cut Hopes Rise
HSBC shares edged higher in London trading, supported by growing expectations for Bank of England rate cuts following cooler inflation data. Focus turns to the bank's annual results due next week.
National Grid Shares Retreat as UK Rate Cut Expectations Intensify
National Grid shares declined in early London trading, extending losses after UK inflation slowed to 3.0% in January, bolstering expectations for a Bank of England rate cut. The utility stock remains sensitive to shifting gilt yields.
Schroders Shares Steady Below Nuveen's Takeover Bid
Schroders PLC shares traded flat around 586p, remaining below Nuveen's 612p per share takeover offer. The deal has triggered shareholder disclosures and strategic shifts at the asset manager's wealth unit.
Aurizon Reaches 52-Week Peak Amid Buyback and Dividend Focus
Aurizon Holdings Ltd shares closed at a 52-week high of A$4.06, up 2.0%, driven by ongoing share repurchases and anticipation of its March dividend. The company purchased 2.39 million shares for A$9.45 million.
Macquarie Gains as ASX 200 Hits Record; Eyes on Inflation and Earnings
Macquarie Group advanced alongside a record-setting ASX 200. Market focus shifts to upcoming inflation figures and the company's annual financial report.
CSL Gains on Lilly Partnership, Buyback Activity Amid Leadership Shift
CSL Limited's stock advanced following a new drug development pact with Eli Lilly and ongoing share repurchases, while the board searches for a permanent CEO.
ANZ Leads Australian Bank Rally Ahead of Key Inflation Data
ANZ Group Holdings led a broad rally among Australia's major banking stocks on Thursday, with shares closing 2.14% higher. Investor focus now shifts to upcoming inflation figures and the Reserve Bank's policy meeting.