Novo Nordisk stock rebounds as FDA warns on illegal Wegovy copycats

Novo Nordisk stock rebounds as FDA warns on illegal Wegovy copycats

Novo Nordisk shares rose nearly 5% Friday after the FDA said it would target mass-marketed, unapproved drug copies. The move follows Hims & Hers launching a $49 compounded version of Novo’s Wegovy pill, prompting Novo to threaten legal action. The stock remains near its 52-week low after a sharp drop earlier this week. Investors await FDA enforcement and Novo’s next legal steps.
Amazon stock drops in premarket as $200 billion AI capex plan grabs the spotlight

Amazon stock drops in premarket as $200 billion AI capex plan grabs the spotlight

Amazon shares fell 7.7% to $205.60 in premarket trading Friday after a steep drop following earnings. The company plans about $200 billion in capital expenditures for 2026 and forecast first-quarter operating income between $16.5 billion and $21.5 billion. Fourth-quarter net sales reached $213.4 billion, with AWS revenue up 24% to $35.6 billion.
Standard Chartered share price ticks higher as Feb. 24 earnings and dividend call come into focus

Standard Chartered share price ticks higher as Feb. 24 earnings and dividend call come into focus

Standard Chartered shares rose 0.5% to 1,857 pence in early London trading Friday, after JPMorgan raised its price target to 2,170 pence. The bank will release full-year results and decide on a final dividend on Feb. 24. Shares have climbed about 72% over the past year. Investors are watching for guidance on income, costs, and shareholder returns.
Ashtead share price dips in London after fresh buyback filing, eyes turn to delayed US jobs data

Ashtead share price dips in London after fresh buyback filing, eyes turn to delayed US jobs data

Ashtead Group shares slipped 0.5% to 4,857p by 0914 GMT Friday after recent volatility and two days of share buybacks totaling 166,772 shares. The company paid its interim dividend and confirmed plans to shift its primary listing to New York by March 2026. Market focus remains on U.S. economic data and interest rate expectations.
Diageo share price slips as traders eye Feb 25 results and CEO’s next move

Diageo share price slips as traders eye Feb 25 results and CEO’s next move

Diageo shares fell 1.5% to 1,760.5 pence in early London trading Friday, reversing some of this week’s gains. The stock is down about 22% over the past year after a sharp outlook downgrade. Investors await interim results due Feb. 25 for updates on demand and strategy. Trading volumes remained strong, with around 587,000 shares changing hands by 0935 GMT.
Beazley Plc stock price edges up as Zurich bid keeps traders glued to Feb 16 deadline

Beazley Plc stock price edges up as Zurich bid keeps traders glued to Feb 16 deadline

Beazley shares rose 0.5% to 1,242 pence in early London trading Friday, staying near recent highs after Zurich’s cash offer valued the insurer at up to 1,335 pence per share. Zurich and Beazley reached a preliminary agreement on Feb. 4, with Zurich set to begin due diligence. Wellington Management cut its stake below 5%, while M&G Plc disclosed a sale of 25,980 shares. Investors are watching for Zurich’s next move.
BAE Systems share price today: Moody’s upgrade, fresh buyback filing keep BA stock in focus

BAE Systems share price today: Moody’s upgrade, fresh buyback filing keep BA stock in focus

Moody’s upgraded BAE Systems’ credit rating to A3 with a stable outlook, citing strong cash flow forecasts. BAE shares rose 0.16% in early London trading after the company announced a new share buyback, purchasing 115,039 shares for cancellation. Over 1,200 BAE workers in northwest England plan to strike over pay. GXO renewed and expanded its UK logistics contract with BAE for six years.
6 February 2026
Reckitt Benckiser share price slips in early London trade as special dividend reset stays in focus

Reckitt Benckiser share price slips in early London trade as special dividend reset stays in focus

Reckitt Benckiser shares fell 0.7% to 6,368 pence in early London trading Friday, following a 235p special dividend and 24-for-25 share consolidation that took effect this week. The company completed a £1 billion buyback tranche on Feb. 2 and will pay the special dividend on Feb. 20. Investors await Reckitt’s Feb. 19 CAGNY presentation for updates on its post-divestment strategy.
6 February 2026
SSE share price ticks up as investors weigh lower earnings guide and new grid-funding win

SSE share price ticks up as investors weigh lower earnings guide and new grid-funding win

SSE shares rose 0.9% to 2,503 pence in early London trading Friday after the utility warned of lower full-year adjusted earnings due to heavy network investment. SSEN Transmission secured over £6.9 million in Ofgem-backed funding for four innovation projects, including £5.8 million for the REVISE overhead line initiative with National Grid and the Met Office. SSE projected 2026 adjusted EPS of 144–152 pence, down from 160.9 pence.
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