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US open: Stocks higher as tech rebounds after OpenAI‑driven AI pullback
Major indices were in the green early on Friday, with tech leading a modest rebound after the previous session's pullback triggered by a disappointing revenue update from OpenAI.
Deutsche Bank hikes Tesco price target after results
Deutsche Bank lifted its price target on Tesco to 550p from 525p on Friday after the supermarket chain upped the lower end of annual guidance and its share buyback programme a day earlier, as it posted a rise in interim profits.
Airtel Money shares fall in London market debut
The share price of Airtel Money fell on its first day of conditional trading in London with the initial public offering of Airtel Africa's mobile financial services business off to a subdued start.
UK consumer confidence dips as household financial outlook deteriorates
UK consumer confidence edged lower in September as households reported a sharp deterioration in their financial outlook amid persistent inflationary pressures, according to the latest figures from YouGov and the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr).
Berenberg lowers target price on Unite Group
Analysts at Berenberg lowered their target price on Unite Group from 668p to 634p on Friday, flagging ongoing pressure from falling asset values despite solid operational performance.
Delta Air Lines cuts FY profit outlook on higher fuel prices
Delta Air Lines cut its full-year profit forecast on Friday, pointing to higher fuel prices due to the Iran war.
US pre-open: Stocks set for rebound as tech leads futures higher after OpenAI‑driven pullback
Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the opening bell on Friday, with tech leading a modest rebound after the previous session's pullback triggered by a disappointing revenue update from OpenAI.
Artprice Releases its 33rd Annual Contemporary Art Market Report for 2026: Record Transactions, Price Trends, the Balance of Market Power, and Artists from the Global South
PARIS, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of the openings of Frieze London and Art Basel Paris, Artprice announces the publication of its 33rd annual Contemporary Art Market Report, examining a market undergoing profound change.
SSP sees lower FY profit on weaker NAmerican passenger numbers
Airport and rail food outlet operator said it expected full-year operating profit to be slightly lower than expectations due to weaker passenger numbers in North America during the summer.
London midday: FTSE maintains gains as oil prices ease; telecoms buck trend
London stocks were still firmly in the black by midday on Friday as oil prices eased after Donald Trump said the US would not attack Iran before the midterm elections next month, and as investors shrugged off a disappointing revenue outlook from OpenAI.
Europe midday: Shares hold gains as oil falls; SpaceX plans hit telecoms
European shares rallied on Friday as oil prices fell on a pledge from US President Donald Trump to bomb Iran before American midterm elections on November 3.
Asia report: Stocks mixed as AI shares fall, oil prices retreat
Asian stock markets were mixed on Friday, with subdued finishes in Tokyo, Singapore and Shanghai and strong gains in Hong Kong and Mumbai.
Motorpoint delivers sharp H1 profit growth on higher volumes, record metal margins
Automotive retailer Motorpoint said on Friday that trading had strengthened in the first half, with strategic investments in technology and new store growth driving a sharp improvement in profitability.
Telecoms stocks sink on SpaceX push to become major US wireless carrier
Telecom stocks on both sides of the Pond fell sharply on Friday after SpaceX moved a step closer to turning its Starlink division into a US nationwide wireless carrier.
SIG CFO Simon Kesterton to succeed Pim Vervaat as chief executive
SIG said on Friday that chief financial officer Simon Kesterton will succeed Pim Vervaat as chief executive with effect from 1 May 2027.
Hargreaves Services awarded engineering contract at Sizewell C
AIM-listed Hargreaves Services said on Friday it has been selected for a two-year engineering project at the £5bn Sizewell C nuclear power project on the Suffolk coast.
DCC Energy to sell technology division to One Equity Partners
DCC Energy has agreed to sell its technology division, Nexora, to funds managed by One Equity Partners in a deal valuing the business at $725m on a cash‑ and debt‑free basis.
London open: FTSE rallies as oil prices ease
London stocks rose in early trade on Friday as oil prices eased after Donald Trump said the US would not attack Iran before the midterm elections next month, and as investors shrugged off a disappointing revenue outlook from OpenAI.
Europe open: Shares rally, oil falls on Trump pledge not to hit Iran before midterms
European shares rallied on Friday as oil prices fell on a pledge from US President Donald Trump to bomb Iran before American midterm elections on November 3.
Oxford Metrics cuts profit outlook, announces acquisition and £3m buyback
Oxford Metrics slashed its full-year profit and revenue forecasts on Friday following weaker-than-expected trading, as it announced a bolt-on acquisition to expand its motion capture capabilities, along with a new £3m share buyback programme.