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How is Tesco Taking Over the World?
TweetToday, Tesco is a world leader in the grocery market – third largest by revenues in the world, second largest by profits in the world, and with the largest market share across the UK, the Republic of Ireland, Malaysia, and Thailand. Its stores operate across 14 countries in Europe, North America, and Asia. It... Stock market news »
Businesses Get New Powers to Sack Old Employees
TweetNot so long ago people were concerned that the retirement age was forever creeping up higher and higher. Many people felt that their retirement would be just a few short years by the time they can hang up their city hats and call it day. However, these days of austerity and economic catastrophe have led to... Stock market news »
BP Finally Moving Forward After the 2010 Disaster
TweetBP Plc has announced that third quarter profits for 2011 have risen. After the disaster that was 2010 BP is finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. It has recently been granted the right to drill in the Gulf of Mexico again too. BP 3rd quarter profits for 2011 have been... Stock market news »
Investment Trusts, OEICs and Stock ISAs
TweetThere are many ways to invest in the stock market. Although many people still invest in individual stocks there are many ways to spread your risks. If you chose to invest in companies you are relying on one or a few businesses to perform well to make a return on your investment. Individual shares... Stock market news »
Interest Rates Update: Sticking To 0.5%?
TweetFor 27 months interest rates have been at 0.5%. Analysts are expecting a rate rise soon, but most feel that the country is not ready for one yet. We will know later on. The Telegraph business reporters say that the Bank of England are likely to keep rates low, and they are usually spot... Stock market news »
Glencore Internal Stock Price Drops After IPO
TweetThe other IPO this week was Glencore International (GLEN.L). It was slightly overshadowed by the hype surrounding the Linkedin IPO. Glencore International is a commodities producer and marketer. Glencore operates mines and processing plants. It was founded in 1974 and its HQ is located in Switzerland. The IPO was set to raise £6.8 billion on... Stock market news »
Back To Basics: What Is The FTSE?
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Mothercare Closing 107 Stores Across the UK
TweetMothercare has announced it plans to close 1 in 4 of its UK stores over the next 2 years. Mothercare has had 2 hard years in a row caused by falling demand and increased competition for its goods. Pre-tax profits have crashed by over 70%, with profits for 2010 reported at £8.8 million. The... Stock market news »
Falklands Oil Found by Desire Petroleum
TweetGood news for some UK shareholders as Desire Petroleum have finally found oil in the Falklands. Ever since the British government defended the Falkland Islands in 1982 it was suspected that they were protecting more than just sheep farming. Some savvy investors bought shares in Desire Petroleum in response. From the BBC: “A British... Stock market news »
BP Shares Plummet as Top Kill Fails to Stem Flow of Oil in the Gulf of Mexico
TweetBad news for UK shareholders today as BP’s share price started falling as concerns grew that it could take months before BP can control the oil leak in the seabed. As we feared last week pension plans and long term investment funds will be affected by the sudden downturn of this “safe” stock. This... Stock market news »
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