

* H1 pretax profit jumps 80% to 175 mln pounds* Supply chains have remained secure - CEO* Increases interim dividend by 20%* Positive on outlook for r...


(Sharecast News) - The focus in financial markets on Wednesday will be on Chinese consumer and factory gate price data covering the month of November....


UK earnings, trading statements calendar - next 7 days


LONDON BROKER RATINGS: Upgrades for United Utilities, Hochschild


LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: Stocks edge lower as ECB rate decision looms


TOP NEWS: DS Smith performance in line as flags higher input costs


LONDON MARKET OPEN: Shell drops as earnings fall short of forecasts


LONDON MARKET PRE-OPEN: Shell shareholders set for generous returns