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Stock Market 26 January 2026

Ashtead shares slip in London: AHT investors eye Fed week and the March buyback clock

Ashtead shares slip in London: AHT investors eye Fed week and the March buyback clock

Ashtead Group shares fell 1.1% to 5,168 pence in early London trading Monday, extending recent volatility. Investors are watching for the U.S. Federal Reserve’s rate decision Wednesday and updates on Ashtead’s planned U.S. listing and March 2 buyback launch. The company earns most revenue in North America and is sensitive to U.S. economic shifts.
26 January 2026
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Bigger tax refunds in 2026? IRS opens filing season as Trump tax breaks hit returns

Bigger tax refunds in 2026? IRS opens filing season as Trump tax breaks hit returns

The IRS began accepting 2025 federal tax returns Monday, requiring a new Schedule 1-A for several deductions under Trump’s tax law. Refunds may rise sharply, with the average projected at $3,800, as employers used outdated withholding tables. New deductions include extra amounts for seniors, reported tips, and overtime. The IRS urges e-filing and direct deposit to speed refunds.
26 January 2026
British American Tobacco share price ticks up after buyback update — what to watch before Feb 12 results

British American Tobacco share price ticks up after buyback update — what to watch before Feb 12 results

British American Tobacco shares rose 0.4% to 4,344 pence in early London trading Monday after the company disclosed it bought back 101,395 shares on Jan. 23 at prices between 4,295 and 4,339 pence. BAT extended its buyback program by up to £1.3 billion for 2026 and will cancel the repurchased shares. The board declared an interim dividend of 240.24 pence per share, with the final payment set for Feb. 4, 2026.
26 January 2026
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Aviva share price rebounds in early London trade after Friday’s slide — what’s next for AV.L

Aviva share price rebounds in early London trade after Friday’s slide — what’s next for AV.L

Aviva shares rose 1.8% to 630.4 pence in early London trading Monday, partially rebounding from Friday’s 5.17% drop. The stock remains about 11.6% below its Jan. 6 high after heavy trading late last week. Investors are watching for March 5 results and updates on the Direct Line integration. Aviva will launch unlimited 24/7 digital GP appointments for policyholders starting Jan. 29.
26 January 2026
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BP share price rises as oil firms on storm disruption and Iran risk, with earnings next in focus

BP share price rises as oil firms on storm disruption and Iran risk, with earnings next in focus

BP shares rose about 1% to 448.05 pence in early London trading Monday, tracking gains in oil and gas prices after U.S. winter storms cut output and geopolitical tensions lifted Brent crude to $66.30 a barrel. U.S. natural gas futures surged 70% over the week to $5.35 per MMBtu. BP’s earnings report is due Feb. 10, with investors focused on impairment charges and cash flow.
26 January 2026
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Glencore share price: production report and Rio Tinto deal clock keep GLEN.L in focus

Glencore share price: production report and Rio Tinto deal clock keep GLEN.L in focus

Glencore shares rose 2.2% Friday to 501 pence ahead of its full-year production report due Thursday. Rio Tinto is weighing a bid for Glencore, with a Feb. 5 deadline for a formal offer under UK takeover rules, according to Reuters. Barclays disclosed stakes in Glencore above the 1% threshold. Volatility in metals and currencies is rattling miners and traders.
26 January 2026
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Rolls-Royce share price today: what to watch before London opens for RR.L

Rolls-Royce share price today: what to watch before London opens for RR.L

Rolls-Royce shares closed 0.7% higher at 1,253p in London Friday, with trading volume at 37.1 million. The stock sits about 4% below its 52-week high, up 105% over the past year. Investors are watching a £200 million buyback running through Feb. 24 and full-year results due Feb. 26. Fresh warnings from Airbus have highlighted ongoing aviation supply-chain strains.
26 January 2026
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Beazley share price in focus as Zurich’s bid clock ticks toward Feb. 16 — what London traders watch

Beazley share price in focus as Zurich’s bid clock ticks toward Feb. 16 — what London traders watch

Beazley closed Friday at 1,152 pence, up 3.23%, as Zurich’s 1,280 pence-per-share cash offer remains on the table ahead of a Feb. 16 deadline. Beazley’s board rejected the bid, calling it undervalued. Shares dropped sharply after the rejection but recovered by the close. Investors await any revised offer and Beazley’s results due March 4.
26 January 2026
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  • NTSB Hearing Examines Ford's BlueCruise Safety Amid Fatal Crashes
    March 15, 2026, 10:31 AM EDT. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) plans a hearing on Ford Motor's BlueCruise hands-free driving system following two fatal crashes involving its partial automation mode, intensifying scrutiny on Ford's advanced driver assistance system (ADAS). This regulatory probe comes as Ford's stock (NYSE:F) shows mixed returns, with a 26.1% gain over one year but declines in recent months and year-to-date. The hearing will assess system use, driver monitoring, and communication about limitations, potentially leading to software changes or stricter oversight. Investors should watch for impacts on Ford's liability risk, brand trust, and ADAS ambitions amid wider challenges like recalls and EV investments. Outcomes will influence Ford's position in the competitive automation landscape alongside Tesla and GM.
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