

* Company's first-half profit rises about 2%* Shares climb more than 3% in morning trade* Says 95% homes forward sold for current FY (Adds CEO commen...


(Sharecast News) - Barratt Developments said on Thursday that first-half pre-tax profit edged higher amid record completions, as the housebuilder decl...


BROKER RATINGS: Barclays Upgrades Taylor Wimpey And Persimmon


(Sharecast News) - Barclays adjusted its ratings on UK housebuilding stocks on Wednesday, lifting its stance on Persimmon and Taylor Wimpey, but downg...


BROKER RATINGS: Credit Suisse Upgrades Rio Tinto And Downgrades BHP


(Sharecast News) - Trainline: Barclays downgrades to underweight with a target price of 360p.


LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: Risk-Off Mood As Volatile Month Approaches End


BROKER RATINGS: Berenberg Downgrades Barratt Developments To Hold