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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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  • Entergy's Earnings Growth Masked by Share Dilution, EPS Growth Slower
    May 20, 2026, 12:35 AM EDT. Entergy Corporation (NYSE:ETR) reported strong net income growth, with a 33% rise in the past year and a 57% annualized gain over three years. However, the company increased its shares outstanding by 6.3% over the last twelve months, diluting earnings per share (EPS). Consequently, EPS growth was only 27% last year and 44% annually over three years, indicating slower per-share profitability gains. Market response remained muted as investors focus on EPS rather than total profit, a critical measure of shareholder value. Analysts' forecasts and potential risks to Entergy's business remain important considerations for investors monitoring the stock's long-term performance.

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Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

20 May 2026
U.S. stock ETFs remained lower late Tuesday after Wall Street’s main indexes fell for a third straight session, pressured by rising Treasury yields and caution ahead of Nvidia’s earnings. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF dropped 0.7% to $733.73. The 10-year Treasury yield hit 4.687%, its highest since January 2025, before easing. Nvidia shares slipped 0.7% after hours, with traders bracing for a major move post-earnings.
Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

20 May 2026
Viavi Solutions shares dropped 7.1% in after-hours trading Tuesday after the company announced a $500 million public stock offering aimed at repaying debt. The offering, unveiled just after the Nasdaq close, could add roughly 10.1 million new shares. Viavi plans to use proceeds to pay down a $450 million loan. Total debt would fall to $650 million, according to a preliminary SEC filing.
Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

20 May 2026
Analog Devices agreed to acquire Empower Semiconductor for $1.5 billion in cash, sending ADI shares up 1.36% to $419.95 in after-hours trading after closing down 1.02%. The deal, approved by both boards, is expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending regulatory review. Empower CEO Tim Phillips will continue to lead integrated voltage regulator work after the merger.
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