Articles by James Calloway
Compass Group Shares Hover Near Multi-Year Low Amid AI and Office Demand Concerns
Compass Group shares remain under pressure near 2026 lows as investors weigh AI's threat to office catering contracts, despite the firm reaffirming full-year profit guidance and posting 7.3% organic revenue growth.
Unilever Shares Edge Higher Amid Deutsche Bank Downgrade Ahead of Earnings
Unilever shares gained 0.2% in early London trading following a Deutsche Bank downgrade to 'hold' on valuation concerns. Investors await the company's full-year results due February 12.
National Grid Shares Hold Steady Amid Regulatory Watch and Infrastructure Milestone
National Grid shares showed minimal movement as the company completed a key grid upgrade project. Investor focus remains on Ofgem's upcoming RIIO-3 license decision and UK interest rate volatility.
British American Tobacco Shares Dip Ahead of Earnings Amid Buyback and Stake Reduction
British American Tobacco shares declined 0.4% as the company disclosed a share repurchase and a reduction in Capital Group's stake. Investors await preliminary 2025 results due Thursday.
Rolls-Royce Shares Dip Ahead of Key Earnings, Buyback Continues
Rolls-Royce shares declined 1.3% in early London trading, retreating from recent highs as investors await full-year results later this month. The company also announced a new modular gas power plant offering.
BP Pauses Share Repurchases Amid $4 Billion Renewables Impairment
BP shares declined over 3% after the energy giant halted its buyback program and recorded significant write-downs in its low-carbon divisions. The company plans to redirect surplus cash toward strengthening its balance sheet and oil and gas investments.
RELX Gains Ahead of Key Earnings, AI Outlook in Focus
RELX shares advanced 1.2% in London trading, recovering from recent AI-related pressure. Investors await full-year results on February 12 for clarity on generative AI's impact.
Barclays Lifts Outlook, Unveils £15 Billion Shareholder Return Plan
Barclays shares advanced after the bank reported a 12% rise in annual profit and outlined a new capital return program exceeding £15 billion through 2028.
BP Suspends Share Repurchases, Prioritizes Debt Reduction After $4.2B Impairments
BP has halted its share buyback program and will redirect excess cash to strengthen its balance sheet after reporting $4.2 billion in impairments and a $3.4 billion quarterly loss under IFRS standards.
NatWest's Wealth Acquisition Shifts Capital Strategy, Shares Stabilize After Selloff
NatWest shares steadied near 621p following a sharp drop after announcing a £2.7 billion Evelyn Partners buy and a £750 million buyback. The deal will reduce its capital ratio and delay further buyback announcements until 2027.
CapitaLand Investment Gains as Ascott Reports Record Signings Ahead of Earnings
CapitaLand Investment shares advanced after its lodging unit Ascott disclosed a record 19,000 units signed in 2025, projecting fee income above S$500 million. Investors await quarterly results for updates on fee growth.
Barclays Sets £15 Billion Shareholder Return Plan Through 2028 on Strong Profits
Barclays has committed to returning at least £15 billion to shareholders between 2026 and 2028, following a 13% rise in 2025 pre-tax profit to £9.1 billion. The bank also raised its financial targets and initiated a new £1 billion share repurchase.