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Financial News News 19 January 2026

Prudential shares steady as buyback ticks on and investors eye March results

Prudential shares steady as buyback ticks on and investors eye March results

London, Jan 19, 2026, 10:32 GMT — Regular session underway. Prudential shares dipped slightly in early London trade Monday as investors held back for more concrete company catalysts. The insurer just launched a fresh buyback programme this month. (Investing) The stock hovered near 1,182 pence, dipping just 0.5 pence below yesterday’s close of 1,182.5 pence. Intraday, it fluctuated between about…
19 January 2026
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United Utilities share price ticks up as investors seek UK defensives ahead of jobs, inflation data

United Utilities share price ticks up as investors seek UK defensives ahead of jobs, inflation data

London, Jan 19, 2026, 10:04 GMT — Regular session United Utilities Group PLC shares edged higher on Monday, standing out amid a softer European equity landscape as investors favored defensive, rate-sensitive names. By 0951 GMT, the stock had gained 0.7%, reaching 1,233.0 pence. (Share Prices) This shift is notable since utilities usually behave like bond proxies: when nerves hit and…
19 January 2026
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Legal & General share price slips as tariff jitters rattle London trade — what to watch next for LGEN

Legal & General share price slips as tariff jitters rattle London trade — what to watch next for LGEN

London, January 19, 2026, 09:45 GMT — Regular session Shares of Legal & General Group Plc dipped Monday amid a wider selloff sparked by new tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump, rattling risk appetite. The stock slipped 0.7% to 263.9 pence, fluctuating between 262.3 and 266.5 pence during the session. (Investing) This matters because Legal & General finds itself…
19 January 2026
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Experian share price drops in London as tariff jitters hit Europe ahead of Q3 update

Experian share price drops in London as tariff jitters hit Europe ahead of Q3 update

London, January 19, 2026, 09:21 GMT — Open for regular trading Experian (EXPN.L) shares fell 1.55% to 3,245p in early London trading Monday, with light volume. MarketScreener data indicated roughly 66,728 shares had traded by the time of the quote. (MarketScreener) The drop comes right before Experian’s third-quarter trading update, set for a 9:00am webcast on Wednesday, Jan. 21. Investors…
19 January 2026
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National Grid share price flat as BP, Network Rail objections put spotlight on key power line

National Grid share price flat as BP, Network Rail objections put spotlight on key power line

London, Jan 19, 2026, 09:04 GMT — Regular session National Grid (NG.) shares edged down slightly in early London trading on Monday, slipping 0.04% to 1,201 pence by 0905 GMT, having just hit the upper boundary of their 52-week range. (Google) The stock’s quiet reaction hides a real concern for investors: how fast the utility can navigate Britain’s planning process…
19 January 2026
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Diageo share price slips after $22bn spirits glut report — here’s what traders watch next

Diageo share price slips after $22bn spirits glut report — here’s what traders watch next

London, January 19, 2026, 08:35 GMT — Regular session Diageo (DGE.L) shares fell 1.3% to 1,634 pence by 0828 GMT on Monday following a weekend report that spotlighted the large amounts of unsold inventory piling up in the global spirits sector. (Google) This matters now because inventories are where the risks lie in spirits. A significant portion of costs is…
19 January 2026
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Lloyds share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters spread — what to watch next

Lloyds share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters spread — what to watch next

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:34 GMT — Regular session Lloyds Banking Group (LLOY.L) shares fell 0.5% to 101.55 pence by 0834 GMT on Monday, dragged lower amid renewed risk aversion hitting European markets. The stock swung between 100.11p and 101.80p, following a close of 102.10p the day before. (Google) The dip is modest, coming on the heels of a strong…
19 January 2026
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Anglo American stock slips in London as tariff jitters return — key dates ahead

Anglo American stock slips in London as tariff jitters return — key dates ahead

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:27 GMT — Trading session ongoing Anglo American slipped 0.1% to 3,238 pence at 0827 GMT, fluctuating between 3,186 and 3,255 pence during the session. The price remains near its 52-week peak of 3,340. Rio Tinto dropped 1.9%, while Glencore slid 2.5%. (Investing) The market got off to a sluggish start as investors digested fresh trade…
19 January 2026
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GSK share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters flare — what investors watch next

GSK share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters flare — what investors watch next

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:02 GMT — Regular session Shares of GSK plc (GSK.L) edged down 0.6% to 1,806 pence by 0802 GMT, marking a subdued opening for the drugmaker in London. The stock fluctuated between 1,796p and 1,809p, staying far from its 52-week peak. (Google) Timing is key. Traders kicked off the week risk-averse after U.S. President Donald Trump…
19 January 2026
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Experian dividend payout in pounds: New FX rate set as Jan 21 update looms

Experian dividend payout in pounds: New FX rate set as Jan 21 update looms

LONDON, Jan 19, 2026, 07:45 (GMT) Experian shares will draw attention as London opens on Monday, following the credit data company’s announcement of the sterling conversion rate for its first interim dividend. It’s a minor move but one that factors into income estimates. (TechStock²) The timing is crucial as Experian’s next trading update is just days off, with the dividend…
19 January 2026
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HSBC share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters hit risk mood

HSBC share price slips in early London trade as tariff jitters hit risk mood

London, Jan 19, 2026, 08:01 GMT — Regular session HSBC shares dropped 1.2% to 1,216.9 pence just after London markets opened at 0801 GMT. (Google) The decline hit as global markets opened lower, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat of new tariffs targeting multiple European nations, rattling sentiment ahead of the European open. (Reuters) U.S. equity and bond markets will…
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Stock Market Today

  • Soybeans Rise 5-6 Cents Amid Strong Export Sales Data
    January 25, 2026, 3:15 AM EST. Soybeans futures jumped 5 to 6 cents across contracts on Friday, with the national average cash price up 5.5 cents to $9.99 ½. Soymeal futures increased $2.50 to $3.30 per ton, while soy oil futures gained 30 to 35 points. The gains followed strong export sales data showing a marketing year high of 2.45 million metric tons (MMT) for soybeans in the week of Jan. 15, surpassing expectations and marking an 18.6% rise from last week and a nearly 64% increase year-over-year. Soybean meal sales also hit the upper range of estimates at 412,671 MT, while soybean oil sales were moderate. Traders reacted to robust demand signals amid ongoing market tightness.
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