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Share_Talk ™ (@Share_Talk) tweeted at 9:21 am on Wed, Jun 01, 2022:
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0.78 GBX+0.13 (20.00%)??today
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Duncan Brock, Group Director at the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply:

“A softening in overall output growth amongst manufacturing companies in May revealed the slowest rate of expansion since October as supply chain managers pointed to war disruptions and unrelenting price hikes as reasons for this unwelcome trend.
“Though new order levels rose for the sixteenth month they were noticeably softer and driven largely by the domestic market. Export levels fell, hindered by Brexit customs controls and general global disruption. This was especially evident in the consumer goods sector which suffered a sharp fall in overall output as nervous consumers concerned about rising food and energy costs reined back their spending.
“Though the strain on vendor performance eased there is little in this month’s figures to encourage the manufacturing sector and optimism fell to a 17-month low. Suffering a potent ****tail of more disruptions, rising cost pressures and a go-slow UK economy, businesses will be on a knife edge that any business decisions will be the right ones for the coming months.”

Commenting on the latest survey results, Rob Dobson, Director at S&P Global Market Intelligence, said:

“The rate of expansion in UK manufacturing output eased to a seven-month low in May as companies face a barrage of headwinds. Factories are reporting a slowdown in domestic demand, falling exports, shortages of inputs and staff, rising cost pressures and heightened concern about the outlook given geopolitical uncertainties. The consumer goods sector was especially hard hit, as household demand slumped in response to the ongoing cost of living crisis. With both input costs and selling prices rising at rates close to April's peaks, the surveys suggest that there is no sign of the inflationary surge abating any time soon. Manufacturers continue to report issues getting the right materials, at the right time for the right price, and energy prices remain a major concern.
“Forward-looking indicators from the survey suggest that a further slowdown may be in the offing. Business optimism dipped to a 17-month low and weaker demand growth led to surplus production, meaning warehouse stock levels are rising. Any reversal of this stock-building trend could reinforce the drag of other headwinds and add to downside risks to the outlook.”

UK manufacturing growth slows as output, new orders and employment rise at weaker rates

Key findings
Output growth at seven-month low

Consumer goods sector hit by weaker consumer demand

Input cost and output price inflation remain elevated

Growth in the UK manufacturing sector eased during May, as rates of expansion in output, new orders and employment all decelerated. The slowdown was driven by weaker growth of domestic demand, lower intakes of new export work and ongoing disruption caused by stretched supply chains, rising cost pressures and the war in Ukraine.
The seasonally adjusted S&P Global / CIPS UK Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index® (PMI®) posted 54.6 in May, unchanged from the earlier flash estimate and down from 55.8 in April. The PMI – which is calculated from five sub- indices – has remained above the neutral 50.0 mark for 24 months.
Manufacturing output increased at the slowest pace since October 2021. The performance of the consumer goods industry was especially weak, with production falling for the first time in 15 months. Growth slowed at intermediate goods producers, but accelerated in the investment goods category.

https://www.pmi.spglobal.com/Public/Home/PressRelease/bb93447d4a6e4d9eb43e7e0d239d951e

The news out has improved sentiment markets must be pricing in a rise above 1p today

British Airways (BA) today cancelled 124 flights from Heathrow and easyJet axed an additional 31 at Gatwick.

https://www.cityam.com/airlines-axe-hundreds-flights-blamegame-government-industry-continues/

chips
https://www.cityam.com/gold-prices-hit-by-hawkish-federal-reserve/

Looks like we could see 135 today

ALIEN METALS (@AlienMetals) tweeted at 7:16 am on Wed, Jun 01, 2022:
Alien Metals is pleased to provide an update to the market on the Company's progress regarding the Han**** Iron Ore Project and first production, commencing in 2023. Read the full announcement here: https://t.co/AGjVN2R8TJ

#AlienMetals #UFO https://t.co/wUXJZ3wAxD
(https://twitter.com/AlienMetals/status/1531882276757307397?t=RYB9n_ok6X-Wyd4ZrkspGQ&s=03)

FTSE 100 seen rising ahead of Wednesday’s open
The bluechip benchmark was indicated close to 40 points higher

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Lloyds was making 4.8b of loans in Asia now we really are tied to the UK economy Antonio didn't close the Asia branch down just hope Mr Nunn now's what he's doing

Adam Rainey, Commercial Director of Business Banking at Lloyds Bank said:

“While our nation’s small businesses recognise the importance of tackling climate change, there are real issues with understanding how to get there – including calculating carbon emissions and even the meaning of net zero.

“Fortunately, there’s a whole host of support available to help businesses make their first steps in becoming greener, from getting started with electric vehicles, practical guides to help reach net zero and tools to calculate potential energy savings at business premises. We know it can seem daunting but some really simple things, such as reducing travel and recycling, are also great places to start.”

For businesses with a premises, Lloyds Bank’s Green Buildings Tool is a free, interactive digital tool which allows businesses to calculate buildings’ energy efficiency and any potential savings that sustainable changes could produce. Business owners can also access information about financing electric vehicles to help reduce their personal carbon footprint.

Lloyds Bank Sustainability Hub has a wealth of hints and tips, including a Now to Net Zero five-step guide, to support business owners on getting started on a cleaner journey through to how to measure, mobilise and monitor progress.

Just half of small businesses understand the meaning of ‘net zero’

Biggest barriers for reducing carbon footprints are cost and lack of information

Only a sixth (15%) understand how to calculate their carbon footprint

New research from Lloyds Bank Business found that over three-quarters (77%) of small businesses do not have – or are unsure of – their business strategy to reduce their carbon footprint in the next three years.

With over 5.5 million small businesses in the UK this could equate to more than 4.2 million having no plan on how they will contribute to a more sustainable future.

Small business owners and managers said a lack of knowledge (34%), finance (25%) and time (25%) were the main blockers to having a defined sustainability strategy.

https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/media/press-releases/2022/lloyds-bank/four-million-small-businesses-have-no-plans-for-net-zero-transition.html

In this Platinum Jubilee year, Halifax has looked at the way homes and housing have changed during Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s 70-year reign.

The analysis starts a year before the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II at a time when the country was recovering from World War II and some rationing was still in place.

Key facts:

Twice as many people own their own homes as when the Queen came to the throne.

House prices have risen over 300% over the last 70 years in real terms.

London prices up over 400% in real terms.

Four housing booms witnessed during the Queen’s reign.

House price: Earnings ratio nearly double its 1951 level.

Housebuilding numbers in 2021 half their 1968 peak.

In 1952, approximately 5 million homes had no indoor toilet, Buckingham Palace has 78.

https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/media/press-releases/2022/halifax/platinum-jubilee-70-years-of-housing.html

May 31 (Reuters) - The number of mortgages approved by British lenders last month fell sharply to the lowest since June 2020, Bank of England data showed on Tuesday.

Lenders approved 65,974 mortgages in April, down from 69,531 in March, the BoE said. A Reuters poll of economists had pointed to approvals of roughly 70,000.

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Small Caps (@SmallCapsASX) tweeted at 5:06 am on Tue, May 31, 2022:
Zenith Minerals (#ASX: $ZNC) sells Vivash Gorge iron ore project to Alien Metals
https://t.co/2oaoKi7brD @ZenithMinerals @AlienMetals
(https://twitter.com/SmallCapsASX/status/1531487179884871680?t=vXdbJw2jcQ1gTtvwBaIloQ&s=03)

Financial expert from Morgan Stanley talking on CNBC was saying if no recession come Q3 financial stocks banks could get a rally

https://www.lloydsbankinggroup.com/media/press-releases/2022/lloyds-bank/may-2022-business-barometer.html

Paul Gordon, Managing Director for SME and Mid Corporates, Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, said:

“It is reassuring to see a number of positives coming out this month as businesses show that despite challenges, confidence is increasing once again. However, it is understandable that there continues to be caution around the future, given inflationary pressures and potential for economic slowdown.

“In response, businesses should ensure they keep a tight rein on input costs to help support profit margins and keep working closely with their suppliers and customers to ensure any changes in supply or demand are noticed in good time.

“If businesses are struggling or are unsure of what action they need to take, I would encourage them to reach out to seek advice. We remain by the side of businesses to help them navigate any challenge they face.”