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FTSE 100 Today: Why UK Stocks Are Barely Moving as DCC, Unilever and the BoE Dominate London Trading

FTSE 100 Today: Why UK Stocks Are Barely Moving as DCC, Unilever and the BoE Dominate London Trading

The FTSE 100 rose 0.10% to 10,222.85 in early London trading, recovering after a 1.2% drop on Wednesday. DCC shares fell 5% after rejecting a £4.95 billion takeover bid from KKR and Energy Capital Partners. Unilever began a €1.5 billion share buyback and posted 3.8% underlying sales growth. Investors awaited the Bank of England’s rate decision, with no change expected.
30 April 2026
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Unilever Stock Price: Why Shares Are Stuck Near 4,840p Despite a €1.5 Billion Buyback

Unilever Stock Price: Why Shares Are Stuck Near 4,840p Despite a €1.5 Billion Buyback

Unilever shares traded near 4,840 pence Thursday, little changed after closing Wednesday at 4,846 pence, down 1.24%. Investors weighed February guidance that 2026 sales growth would hit the low end of its 4%-6% range. The company completed its ice cream demerger in December and plans a €1.5 billion share buyback in the second quarter. The stock remains 12.56% below its December 52-week high.
12 March 2026
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Unilever PLC Shares Slip as Oil Shock Revives 2026 Growth Doubts After Magnum Spin-Off

Unilever PLC Shares Slip as Oil Shock Revives 2026 Growth Doubts After Magnum Spin-Off

Unilever shares fell 0.64% to 4,903.5 pence in London on Monday amid a Europe-wide selloff triggered by oil prices surging over 25% to nearly $120 a barrel. The company last month warned 2026 sales growth would likely hit the bottom of its 4%-6% target range after weak results in Europe and the U.S. Developed markets make up 41% of turnover; fourth-quarter sales growth slowed to 0.1% in Europe.
9 March 2026
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Unilever PLC’s India Unit Exits Nutritionalab as Premium Growth Push Gains Pace

Unilever PLC’s India Unit Exits Nutritionalab as Premium Growth Push Gains Pace

Hindustan Unilever has sold its entire 19.8% stake in Nutritionalab for about 3.07 billion rupees, according to a March 4 filing. The sale follows board approval last month to exit Nutritionalab and acquire the remaining 49% of OZiva. HUL’s quarterly profit dropped 15% after price cuts and competition. Parent Unilever expects 2026 sales growth at the lower end of its target range.
6 March 2026
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FTSE 100 record close meets Iran-oil risk: what could move London stocks this week

FTSE 100 record close meets Iran-oil risk: what could move London stocks this week

The FTSE 100 closed Friday at a record 10,910.55, up 0.6%, marking its third straight all-time high. U.S.-Israeli strikes killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, prompting some oil shipments to pause and Brent crude to hit $73. OPEC+ meets Sunday to discuss a possible April output hike. UK earnings and U.S. payrolls data are expected to influence rate expectations this week.
1 March 2026
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Unilever share price set for test after €1.5 billion buyback meets cautious 2026 outlook

Unilever share price set for test after €1.5 billion buyback meets cautious 2026 outlook

Unilever expects 2026 growth at the lower end of its 4%-6% target and announced a €1.5 billion share buyback set for the second quarter. Shares fell up to 3.6% after the update, as the company flagged modest margin improvement and plans to sell its 19.9% stake in The Magnum Ice Cream Company. Magnum’s shares dropped over 14% after its first standalone earnings report.
13 February 2026
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FTSE 100 today: Schroders deal sparks record high, but London shares end lower on weak UK growth

FTSE 100 today: Schroders deal sparks record high, but London shares end lower on weak UK growth

The FTSE 100 closed down 0.67% at 10,402.44 after hitting a record intraday high, as weak GDP and business investment data weighed. Schroders surged on a £9.9 billion takeover offer from Nuveen, the largest-ever for a European fund manager. The FTSE 250 fell 0.48%. Investors expect the Bank of England may cut rates at its March 19 meeting.
12 February 2026
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Unilever share price flat at Friday close — what could move ULVR ahead of Feb 12 results

Unilever share price flat at Friday close — what could move ULVR ahead of Feb 12 results

Unilever shares closed flat at 5,250 pence Friday, with about 3.2 million shares traded. The company will report full-year results on Feb. 12, its first major update since spinning off its ice cream unit. Investors expect guidance on 2026 sales, margins, and cost savings. Unilever has forecast 2025 underlying sales growth of 3% to 5% and second-half margins of at least 19.5%.
8 February 2026
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Unilever share price holds at 5,250p as results week looms — what investors watch next

Unilever share price holds at 5,250p as results week looms — what investors watch next

Unilever shares closed flat at 5,250p in London Friday, underperforming the FTSE 100’s 0.6% gain. The company issued 4.2 million new shares for employee plans, bringing total shares to over 2.18 billion. Investors await Q4 and full-year results on Feb. 12, with analyst consensus pointing to 3.9% Q4 sales growth. Unilever’s U.S. ADR rose 0.8% to $72.12.
7 February 2026
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UK stock market today: FTSE 100 steadies as miners tumble in metals rout, BoE looms

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 steadies as miners tumble in metals rout, BoE looms

FTSE 100 edged up 0.1% by late morning as defensive shares offset sharp losses in mining stocks. Commodity prices tumbled after President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh as Fed chair, with gold down 5% and silver over 7%. FTSE 250 fell 0.4%, led by declines in Auction Technology Group and Ocado. UK manufacturing PMI rose to 51.8 in January, signaling growth.
2 February 2026
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  • 3 Potentially Undervalued TSX Stocks for Value Investors
    April 30, 2026, 9:28 AM EDT. Investors seeking value opportunities in the Canadian market may consider three TSX stocks showing notable discounts to their estimated fair values based on cash flows. Colliers International Group (TSX:CIGI) trades 36.1% below its fair value at CA$142.52, with a projected earnings growth of 34.3% annually despite declining margins. Kneat.com (TSX:KSI), a software provider for regulated sectors, trades at CA$4.44, nearly 50% below its estimated cash flow value, with strong expected earnings growth of 86.6% yearly. These stocks suggest potential upside amidst steady interest rates and cautious economic optimism in Canada. However, investors should note concerns such as Colliers' debt coverage. These picks emerge from a broader list of undervalued TSX stocks screened by discounted cash flow analysis.

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America’s Credit Split Is Getting Worse: TransUnion Data Shows Who Is Being Squeezed

America’s Credit Split Is Getting Worse: TransUnion Data Shows Who Is Being Squeezed

30 April 2026
Chicago, April 30, 2026, 08:02 (CDT) TransUnion said the U.S. consumer credit market is splitting more sharply, with more borrowers moving into the safest credit tier while non-prime consumers carry heavier debt loads and show early signs of strain. The finding matters now because lenders are still extending credit, but they are doing it with tighter controls as household costs stay high. TransUnion released the research alongside its first-quarter 2026 Credit Industry Insights Report, saying super-prime ranks grew by 15 million consumers between late 2019 and late 2025, while many near-prime and subprime borrowers faced rising debt-to-income ratios, a measure
PennyMac Investor Probe Deepens After 33% Stock Plunge: What PFSI Holders Need To Know

PennyMac Investor Probe Deepens After 33% Stock Plunge: What PFSI Holders Need To Know

30 April 2026
Rosen Law Firm said it is preparing a class action for PennyMac Financial Services investors after the company’s January earnings disclosure triggered a 33.3% one-day stock drop. Schall Law Firm launched a separate investigation into possible false or misleading statements. PennyMac’s servicing segment pretax income fell to $37.3 million from $157.4 million in the prior quarter. The company reports first-quarter results May 5.
US Dollar Drops as GDP Miss and Core PCE Jump Cloud Fed Cut Bets

US Dollar Drops as GDP Miss and Core PCE Jump Cloud Fed Cut Bets

30 April 2026
The U.S. dollar fell Thursday after first-quarter GDP growth missed forecasts and core inflation accelerated, complicating the Federal Reserve’s rate outlook. The Dollar Index dropped 0.59% to 98.33, with the dollar hitting session lows against the yen after Japanese officials hinted at intervention. The Fed held rates steady Wednesday but showed division over future cuts. U.S. GDP grew at a 2.0% annualized rate, while core PCE inflation jumped to 4.3%.
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