LSEG Stock Slumps as AI Concerns Weigh on Data Sector
Markets Daniel Marsh

LSEG Stock Slumps as AI Concerns Weigh on Data Sector

London Stock Exchange Group shares fell for a third consecutive week, dropping 8%, amid renewed investor anxiety over AI disruption to data and analytics firms.

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Anglo American Downgraded by BofA Amid De Beers Uncertainty, Shares Dip
Analysis Daniel Marsh

Anglo American Downgraded by BofA Amid De Beers Uncertainty, Shares Dip

Anglo American shares fell 0.75% to 3,435p after BofA downgraded the stock to 'neutral', citing valuation concerns and execution risks ahead of key updates.

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GSK Gains EU Approval for Nucala in COPD, Stock Momentum in Focus
Regulation James Calloway

GSK Gains EU Approval for Nucala in COPD, Stock Momentum in Focus

GSK shares rose after EU regulators approved expanded use of Nucala for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The stock has surged 17% this week and nearly 49% over the past year.

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British American Tobacco Gains Ahead of Earnings, Buyback Continues
Earnings James Calloway

British American Tobacco Gains Ahead of Earnings, Buyback Continues

British American Tobacco shares rose 1.2% to 4,609 pence Friday, outperforming the FTSE 100. Investors await preliminary results due February 12 for updates on nicotine alternatives and competitive positioning.

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SSE Shares Approach Yearly High as Investors Eye Regulatory and Rate Decisions
Earnings James Calloway

SSE Shares Approach Yearly High as Investors Eye Regulatory and Rate Decisions

SSE shares gained 1.21% to close at 2,510 pence, nearing a 52-week peak. The utility issued a 2025/26 EPS forecast of 144-152p and highlighted a 64% surge in network investment.

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Meta's AI Ambitions Spark Investor Concern Over Soaring Capital Expenditure
Technology Sarah Chen

Meta's AI Ambitions Spark Investor Concern Over Soaring Capital Expenditure

Meta shares declined as the company projected 2026 capital spending could reach $135 billion, nearly double its 2025 forecast, raising investor anxiety about AI investment returns.

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HSBC Shares Gain as Traders Eye Rate Path Ahead of Earnings
Markets Daniel Marsh

HSBC Shares Gain as Traders Eye Rate Path Ahead of Earnings

HSBC shares rose 2.2% in London, closing at 1,305.8 pence, while markets price in further Bank of England rate cuts. Investors await the bank's annual results on February 25.

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Shell Halts Kazakhstan Spending Amid Legal Disputes, Appoints New Auditor
Markets Daniel Marsh

Shell Halts Kazakhstan Spending Amid Legal Disputes, Appoints New Auditor

Shell pauses new investments in Kazakhstan due to $16.5 billion legal disputes over oilfield costs. The company also names PwC as its auditor from 2027, replacing EY.

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Rio Tinto Shares Stabilize as Glencore Merger Talks Halt, Focus Shifts to Annual Report
Markets Daniel Marsh

Rio Tinto Shares Stabilize as Glencore Merger Talks Halt, Focus Shifts to Annual Report

Rio Tinto shares edged higher in London after ending takeover discussions with Glencore. Investors now await the company's annual results on February 19, with iron ore prices testing $100 per ton.

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RELX Shares Extend Losses Amid AI Disruption Fears Ahead of Earnings
Earnings James Calloway

RELX Shares Extend Losses Amid AI Disruption Fears Ahead of Earnings

RELX shares fell 4.6% to 2,145p, nearing a 52-week low, as investors weigh AI's impact ahead of full-year results on February 12. The company continues its share buyback program.

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Glencore Stock Holds Ground as Rio Tinto Merger Talks Collapse
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Glencore Stock Holds Ground as Rio Tinto Merger Talks Collapse

Glencore shares stabilized after Rio Tinto withdrew from acquisition discussions. Investors now focus on potential asset sales ahead of the company's annual results.

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iFAST Shares Decline Ahead of Key Earnings and Singapore Budget Announcement
Earnings James Calloway

iFAST Shares Decline Ahead of Key Earnings and Singapore Budget Announcement

iFAST shares fell 3.2% to S$9.64 ahead of its full-year results on Feb. 12, with market focus also on Singapore's Budget 2026 and upcoming bank earnings.

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