#tradingfloorai | #LONDON MARKET CLOSE: FTSE 100 ends down as oil rises amid war deadlock | #LSE | ```html * Blue chips in London outperformed European and US peers but closed marginally lower due to rising oil prices and ongoing Iran war concerns. * FTSE 100 closed down 4.82 points at 9,967.35; FTSE 250 and AIM All-Share also ended lower. * Oil prices rose amid continued tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and lack of progress in ending the Iran war. * US President Donald Trump extended the deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, but markets remained pessimistic. * Kuwait reported damage to its main commercial port from a drone attack, adding to regional instability. * Reports suggest the US may send up to 10,000 additional troops to the Middle East, fueling concerns of escalation. * Brent oil rose to USD111.63 per barrel; gold prices also increased, boosting mining stocks like Fresnillo and Endeavour Mining. * AstraZeneca rose 3.4% after positive phase three results for its chronic obstructive pulmonary disease treatment, tozorakimab. * NatWest gained 0.9% after Deutsche Bank raised its share price target. * Metlen Energy fell 8.6% due to delays in releasing financial statements. * Housebuilders faced pressure as Bank of America cut price targets and profit forecasts for the sector. * Upcoming economic data includes UK mortgage approvals, German and Italian inflation figures, and the Dallas Fed manufacturing index. ``` Read More@: tradingfloorai.com

#tradingfloorai | #LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: Shares slide as Iran tensions deepen | #LSE | ```html * **Stock Market Performance:** * FTSE 100 down 0.6% at 9,909.76. * FTSE 250 down 1.2% at 21,039.85. * AIM all-share down 0.6% at 714.51. * European equities: CAC 40 down 1.1%, DAX 40 down 1.6%. * **Oil Prices:** Brent oil trading at USD104.49 per barrel, down from USD108.80. * **Geopolitical Developments:** * Israel targeted a missile and sea mining facility in Iran. * US President Trump postponed plans to destroy Iranian energy plants by 10 days. * US considering sending up to 10,000 additional troops to the Middle East. * Iran threatens to target shipping in the Red Sea via Houthi allies if invaded. * **Currency Movements:** * Pound down to USD1.3302 from USD1.3338. * Euro down to USD1.1511 from USD1.1563. * Dollar up to JPY159.88 from JPY159.65. * **Corporate News:** * AstraZeneca up 3.3% on positive drug trial results. * Metlen Energy down 5.9% due to audit delays. * Harbour Energy down 5.3% after BASF reduced stake. * Playtech up 6.0% on share buyback program. * Future down 13% on rating downgrade by Jefferies. * Seeing Machines down 4.8% on wider first-half loss. * **US Markets:** Dow Jones, S&P; 500, and Nasdaq called lower. * **Commodities:** Gold up to USD4,414.76 per ounce from USD4,383.70. * **Upcoming Data:** Canada's budget balance data expected. ``` Read More@: tradingfloorai.com

El pasado miércoles 25, el ADECOSOR impartió una charla de sensibilización en #LSE para el profesorado en el Centro de Educ. del Profesorado de Cádiz 🙌 Gracias por contar con nosotros 💙 Seguimos trabajando por una educación más inclusiva 🤟✨ #Inclusión #Accesibilidad #CádZh4

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#tradingfloorai | #AI Selection | #LSE | Todays AI selections posted before the bell! Best riser was #AST: Ascent Resources plc at 8.89% worst loser was #PPHC: Public Policy Holding Company Incat -2.20% #AST #HSP #PTEC #PEG #PPHC Tickers ordered by change follow/subscribe to get morning updates for fresh #AI selections see my early morning posts on the X for further info on each ticker #AST ▲ 8.89 Awards Ascent Resources plc #HSP ▲ 6.60 Offers Hargreaves Services Plc #PTEC ▲ 5.88 BuyBack Playtech Plc #PEG ▲ 0.00 NewContract Petards Group plc #PPHC ▼ -2.20 Results Public Policy Holding Company Inc Read More@: albertarthurs.com

Tier 1: Liga MX (The Premier League) ​Tier 2: Liga de Expansión MX (The Championship) ​Tier 3: Liga Premier FMF (EFL League One) Why this is the perfect target for Estadio When you realize they just locked down the broadcasting rights for the equivalent of League One #gana #lse

#tradingfloorai | #LONDON BROKER RATINGS: BofA raises Berkeley; UBS raises Savills | #LSE | ```html * Deutsche Bank Research raises NatWest price target to 840 (730) pence - 'buy' * Deutsche Bank Research raises Kingfisher price target to 260 (255) pence - 'sell' * Deutsche Bank Research cuts Autotrader price target to 816 (850) pence - 'buy' * BofA raises Berkeley Group to 'buy' (neutral) - price target 4,020 (4,080) pence * Barclays cuts 3i Group price target to 4,455 (4,810) pence - 'overweight' * Barclays cuts Reckitt Benckiser price target to 6,300 (7,000) pence - 'overweight' * Barclays cuts Haleon price target to 415 (420) pence - 'overweight' * Barclays cuts Unilever price target to 5,500 (6,000) pence - 'overweight' * Citigroup raises BT price target to 175 (140) pence - 'sell' * UBS cuts International Consolidated Airlines price target to 355 (370) pence - 'sell' * JPMorgan raises Diploma price target to 5,760 (5,120) pence - 'neutral' * Kepler Cheuvreux cuts RS Group price target to 760 (820) pence - 'buy' * Citigroup cuts RS Group price target to 650 (700) pence - 'buy' * Citigroup cuts Aston Martin price target to 45 (55) pence - 'neutral' * Citigroup cuts Softcat price target to 1,550 (1,900) pence - 'buy' * Berenberg raises Pollen Street Group price target to 1,100 (1,050) pence - 'buy' * Barclays cuts Tate & Lyle price target to 395 (410) pence - 'equal weight' * UBS raises Savills to 'buy' - price target 1040 pence * Barclays raises Derwent London to 'equal weight' * UBS cuts Wizz Air price target to 1,430 (1,630) pence - 'buy' * UBS cuts easyJet price target to 700 (800) pence - 'buy' * Jefferies raises Mony Group to 'buy' (hold) - price target 230 (205) pence * Kepler Cheuvreux raises Hunting price target to 580 (510) pence - 'buy' * Deutsche Bank Research raises Capita price target to 320 (300) pence - 'hold' * Barclays cuts Kerry Group price target to 92 (94) EUR - 'overweight' * UBS cuts Ryanair price target to 33.15 (33.50) EUR - 'buy' * Jefferies cuts Future to 'hold' (buy) - price target 466 (1,220) pence * JPMorgan cuts EnQuest Energy price target to 24 (25) pence - 'overweight' ``` Read More@: tradingfloorai.com

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@TRobinsonNewEra IQ around 70 on that guy! He must be a new student at London School of Economics? #LSE

#tradingfloorai | #LONDON MARKET OPEN: Stocks mixed as Brent oil nears USD110 | #LSE | ```html * London stock prices opened mixed on Friday, with FTSE 100 up 0.1% despite Iran peace talk uncertainty and muted European sentiment. * FTSE 250 and AIM all-share indices both declined by 0.3%. * European equities were marginally lower, with CAC 40 flat and DAX 40 down 0.1%. * Sterling edged lower after UK retail sales for February fell less than expected. * UK retail sales volumes dropped 0.4% in February but rose 0.7% in the three months to February, with annual growth at 2.5%. * Brent oil traded higher at USD109.54 a barrel amid ongoing Iran tensions. * US President Donald Trump extended the Iran Strait of Hormuz deadline to April 6, citing progress in peace talks. * Iran responded to the US peace plan with counterproposals, including sovereignty over the strait, as military strikes continued. * US considering sending up to 10,000 additional troops to the Middle East, fueling speculation of potential ground operations in Iran. * Metlen Energy & Metals fell 11% after delaying 2025 full-year results publication. * AstraZeneca led the FTSE 100, up 3.0%, on positive phase-three trial results for COPD treatment tozorakimab. * Playtech topped the FTSE 250, up 3.5%, after initiating a share buyback program. * Asian markets were mixed, with Nikkei 225 down 0.4%, Shanghai Composite up 0.6%, and Hang Seng up 0.4%. * US markets closed lower on Thursday, with Dow Jones down 1.0%, S&P; 500 down 1.7%, and Nasdaq down 2.4%. * Gold prices rose to USD4,440.485 an ounce, while US Treasury yields widened. ``` Read More@: tradingfloorai.com

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#tradingfloorai | #LONDON MARKET EARLY CALL: FTSE 100 seen up after Trump pause extended | #LSE | ```html * London stocks set to open higher on Friday due to easing Middle East tensions after US-Iran developments. * FTSE 100 futures indicate a 48.8-point (0.5%) rise to 10,020.97, following a 1.3% decline on Thursday. * US President Donald Trump extended a pause on targeting Iranian energy sites, citing "very well" progressing talks. * Brent oil traded lower at USD107.76/barrel, sterling rose to USD1.3343, and gold increased to USD4,466.79/ounce. * UK retail sales data for February expected at 0700 GMT, with consensus forecasting a 0.8% monthly decline and 2.1% yearly increase. * UK consumer confidence weakened in March, with GfK index falling to -21 due to inflation concerns from Middle East conflict. * US markets closed lower on Thursday, with Dow down 1.0%, S&P; 500 down 1.7%, and Nasdaq down 2.4%. * Asian markets mixed: Nikkei down 0.4%, Shanghai Composite up 0.6%, Hang Seng up 0.2%, and S&P;/ASX 200 up 0.7%. * US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized G7 interest in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, blocked by Iran. * FTSE Russell to lower minimum free float requirement for non-UK firms to 10%, effective June 2026 index review. ``` Read More@: tradingfloorai.com

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I arrived in the UK for my master’s at my dream uni 6 months ago, back in September 2025. My classes have almost finished, with only my dissertation left now. While strolling through the campus today it hit me how fast this chapter is moving. 😮😭 Someone please help! #lsuu

Tonight, we're delighted to be celebrating the launch of Carrie Friese's new book, A Mouse in a Cage. Our panel of experts are leading a discussion on animal rights and more-than-human sociology. #LSE #Sociology #AnimalStudies

#tradingfloorai | #LONDON MARKET CLOSE: FTSE 100 falls as Iran responds to US proposals | #LSE | ```html * Stock prices in London closed lower on Thursday due to rising oil prices and uncertainty around US-Iran talks. * FTSE 100 fell 1.3% to 9,972.17, FTSE 250 dropped 0.8% to 21,296.07, and AIM all-share declined 1.4% to 719.06. * European equities also fell, with CAC 40 down 1.0% and DAX 40 down 1.5%. * Pound fell to USD1.3338 against the dollar but rose to EUR1.1563 against the euro. * Brent oil rose to USD108.80 per barrel amid Middle East tensions. * OECD warned of darkened economic outlook due to the conflict, predicting UK inflation at 4% in 2026. * Next shares led FTSE 100, up 6.4% on strong earnings report. * 3i Group shares sank 18% on 2026 guidance and US expansion plans for investee Action. * Pollen Street shares rose 8.9% on increased assets under management. * Playtech shares fell 12% on weaker 2025 performance. * Checkit shares surged 26% after launching a formal sale process. * Gold fell to USD4,383.70 per ounce. * Upcoming economic data includes UK retail sales and Spanish CPI on Friday. ``` Read More@: tradingfloorai.com

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The biggest valuation disconnect on the LSE? #GANA at 0.18p.🚨 While retail panics over a forced seller's year-end deadline, the Mexican business is exploding: 🇲🇽 +10% audience growth in 16 days 💰 £4 CAC vs £300+ competitors 💼 Directors just injected £816k cash at 0.15p. #LSE

#tradingfloorai | #LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: Shares fall as OECD flags war hit to UK economy | #LSE | ```html * Stock prices in London sharply lower at midday due to concerns over UK's exposure to Iran conflict and reliance on energy imports. * FTSE 100 down 1.3%, FTSE 250 down 1.2%, and AIM all-share down 1.3%. * King's Speech scheduled for May 13 to outline UK government's legislative agenda. * European equities also lower, with CAC 40 down 0.9% and DAX 40 down 1.4%. * Middle East situation remains uncertain with ongoing missile exchanges between Israel and Iran. * Oil prices climbed to USD107.15 per barrel after dipping below USD100 on Wednesday. * UK pound lower against USD but rose against the euro. * OECD forecasts weaker UK economic growth and higher inflation in 2026 due to Middle East conflict. * UK inflation expected to average 4% in 2026, second-highest in G7. * UK GDP growth forecast cut to 0.7% in 2026, second-lowest in G7. * Miners under pressure, with Anglo American and Fresnillo down due to falling gold prices. * Next and Pollen Street standout performers in FTSE 100 and FTSE 250, respectively. * Capita surged 16% after selling its private sector contact centre business. * Checkit jumped 23% after launching a formal sale process. * US stocks called lower, with Dow Jones, S&P; 500, and Nasdaq Composite all down. * German consumer sentiment expected to deteriorate in April due to Iran conflict. * EU Parliament conditionally approves tariff deal with the US. ``` Read More@: tradingfloorai.com

#tradingfloorai | #AI Selection | #LSE | Todays AI selections posted before the bell! Best riser was #RENX: Renalytix AI plc at 12.73% worst loser was #III: 3I Group PLCat -6.70% #RENX #CWR #THG #POLN #MET1 #HSW #AVG #FTC #BPM #CHRT #CCH #VINO #AMGO #TRB #OXB #PTEC #NANO #III Tickers ordered by change follow/subscribe to get morning updates for fresh #AI selections see my early morning posts on the X for further info on each ticker #RENX ▲ 12.73 Reports Renalytix AI plc #CWR ▲ 11.72 Partner Ceres Power Holdings PLC #THG ▲ 6.64 Results THG Holdings PLC #POLN ▲ 6.34 Updates Pollen Street PLC #MET1 ▲ 5.10 Offers Metals One PLC #HSW ▲ 3.00 Results Hostelworld Group PLC #AVG ▲ 2.10 full Avingtrans Plc #FTC ▲ 1.77 NewContract Filtronic #BPM ▲ 1.59 BuyBack B P Marsh and Partners PLC #CHRT ▼ -0.32 NewContract Cohort #CCH ▼ -0.70 Launch Coca Cola HBC AG #VINO ▼ -0.95 Launch Virgin Wines UK PLC #AMGO ▼ -1.67 Agreement Amigo Holdings PLC #TRB ▼ -2.75 Results Tribal Group plc #OXB ▼ -4.46 Results Oxford BioMedica PLC #PTEC ▼ -4.61 Results Playtech Plc #NANO ▼ -6.08 Litigation Nanoco Group plc #III ▼ -6.70 Updates 3I Group PLC Read More@: albertarthurs.com