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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.
6 February 2026
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FTSE 100 climbs as Trump cools tariff row; Beazley bid and BoE bets steer UK stocks

FTSE 100 climbs as Trump cools tariff row; Beazley bid and BoE bets steer UK stocks

The FTSE 100 rose 0.7% to 10,212.91 by 1104 GMT, as risk appetite improved after President Trump eased tariff threats against European NATO allies. Senior shares jumped 8.3% on a profit outlook upgrade, while Beazley fell 1% after rejecting a Zurich Insurance bid. JD Sports reported a 1.8% drop in like-for-like sales and warned of muted growth ahead.
22 January 2026
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  • Corn Futures Rise Amid Strong Planting Progress and Global Demand
    April 29, 2026, 4:39 AM EDT. Corn futures gained 2 to 5 cents across front months on Tuesday, supported by spillover strength from the wheat market. The national average Cash Corn price rose 2.75 cents to $4.28.25. U.S. planting progress reached 25%, outpacing the 5-year average by 6%. Key producing states like Illinois and Indiana led gains, while a few lagged behind normal pace. Emerged crop percentage also surpassed average by 3 points. International demand remains robust, with South Korea buying 60,000 metric tons and Taiwan seeking 65,000 metric tons in ongoing tenders. May 26 corn futures stood at $4.63, up 2.25 cents, signaling market attention on planting data and global purchases.

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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 29.04.2026

29 April 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 29, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 29, 2026, 4:39 AM EDT Corn Futures Rise Amid Strong Planting Progress and Global Demand April 29, 2026, 4:39 AM EDT. **Corn futures** gained 2 to 5 cents across front months on Tuesday, supported by spillover strength from the wheat market. The national average **Cash Corn** price rose 2.75 cents to $4.28.25. U.S. planting progress reached 25%, outpacing the 5-year average by 6%. Key producing states like Illinois and Indiana led gains, while a few lagged behind normal pace. Emerged crop percentage also surpassed average by 3 points. International demand
AST SpaceMobile Stock’s May 11 Moment: FCC Win Meets BlueBird 7 Reality

AST SpaceMobile Stock’s May 11 Moment: FCC Win Meets BlueBird 7 Reality

29 April 2026
AST SpaceMobile will hold its first-quarter update call on May 11 after winning FCC approval to deploy a 248-satellite constellation for direct-to-device service. Shares fell 6.8% Tuesday, following the loss of its BlueBird 7 satellite in a failed launch. The company expects insurance to cover the loss and is targeting 45 satellites in orbit by end-2026. Investors are watching launch progress and commercial service timing.
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