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Stock Market News 19 January 2026

Bridgepoint stock price slides 3% in London despite fresh buyback as tariff jitters hit Europe

Bridgepoint stock price slides 3% in London despite fresh buyback as tariff jitters hit Europe

London, Jan 19, 2026, 09:57 GMT — Regular session Shares of Bridgepoint Group Plc dropped 3.1% to 286.2 pence early Monday, after ending the previous day at 295.2 pence. The stock started the session at 294.8 pence before dipping to a low of 286.2. Over the last 12 months, the price has fluctuated between 229.2 and 410.0 pence. (London South East) The shift serves as a stark reminder for investors that listed private-equity firms often behave like a mood ring for risk. Their earnings depend heavily on management fees, deal exits, and “carried interest” — the share of profits managers
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Nifty, Sensex slide as Reliance and ICICI miss; Wipro tumbles and tariff jitters spread

Nifty, Sensex slide as Reliance and ICICI miss; Wipro tumbles and tariff jitters spread

BENGALURU, Jan 19, 2026, 15:24 IST Indian stocks dipped on Monday, weighed down by earnings disappointments from Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, while a steep decline in Wipro hit benchmark indexes. By 10:01 a.m. IST, the Nifty 50 dropped 0.68%, and the Sensex was down 0.7%. Reuters This shift is significant as earnings season hits full stride, with a few mega-caps capable of jolting index-heavy benchmarks fast. Reliance, ICICI, and Wipro carry substantial weight, and their struggles quickly spilled over into mid- and small-caps. Finimize Tariffs cut both ways. Trump’s newest threat, linked to his push for Washington to buy
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Antofagasta stock edges up in London as tariff jitters hit Europe; Q4 output report looms

Antofagasta stock edges up in London as tariff jitters hit Europe; Q4 output report looms

London, January 19, 2026, 10:08 GMT — Regular session Antofagasta (ANTO.L) shares edged up 0.5% to 3,578 pence at 1008 GMT, finding some footing after last week’s volatility, despite broader declines across European markets. (Antofagasta) This shift is significant since the Chile-focused copper miner stands right where two volatile trades collide: a copper market tight on supply and driven by headlines, and a European equity scene jolted by trade-war jitters. European shares slid on Monday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat of new tariffs targeting multiple European nations, rattling investors and fueling caution. Kyle Rodda, senior financial market analyst at
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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 bond yields fall, their steady, regulated cashflows gain appeal. Monday’s sell-off was intense enough to drive funds out of cyclical sectors. (Reuters) European stocks fell following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose new tariffs on eight European nations if
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Compass Group shares tick up in London as investors brace for Feb 5 update and dividend payout

Compass Group shares tick up in London as investors brace for Feb 5 update and dividend payout

London, Jan 19, 2026, 09:50 GMT — Regular session Compass Group PLC shares nudged higher by 0.35%, closing at 2,298.98 pence in London on Monday. Earlier, the stock fluctuated between 2,278.43p and 2,309.00p during the session. (Investing.com) The wider market slipped, pulling the FTSE 100 down about 0.3% in early trade. For investors who view this stock as more reliable, the direction of the move matters just as much as how far it fell. (Reuters) There were no fresh company updates today. Attention now shifts to Feb. 5, when Compass is scheduled to hold its annual general meeting and unveil
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Marks & Spencer share price slips in London as tariff jitters hit Europe

Marks & Spencer share price slips in London as tariff jitters hit Europe

London, Jan 19, 2026, 09:37 GMT — Regular session Shares of Marks & Spencer Group plc (MKS.L) slipped 0.5% to 364.9 pence by 0921 GMT, falling from an initial 370.0p as the London market softened. The FTSE 100 retailer’s stock has fluctuated between 315.5p and 417.5p over the past year. (Share Prices) European stocks fell after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on imports from Britain and other European countries, stirring up fresh trade friction. London’s FTSE 100 slipped 0.4%, while the STOXX 600 declined 1.3%. ING economists said the tariff push is “now even more political and less
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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.com) This matters because Legal & General finds itself caught between two market jitters: trade tensions and fluctuating interest rates. Trump announced a 10% tariff starting Feb. 1 on goods from eight European countries, including Britain, climbing to 25% on June 1 if no agreement is struck. (Reuters) European
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Smiths Group share price slips as tariff jitters hit Europe — what investors watch next

Smiths Group share price slips as tariff jitters hit Europe — what investors watch next

London, January 19, 2026, 09:31 GMT — Regular session Shares of Smiths Group Plc (SMIN.L) slipped 1.1% to 2,584 pence in early Monday trading, falling from Friday’s 2,612 pence close. Early turnover was light, with around 62,500 shares changing hands. (MarketScreener) European shares slumped early in the week after U.S. President Donald Trump warned of new tariffs linked to a spat over Greenland, weighing heavily on risk appetite. ING economists noted, “The rationale for higher tariffs is now even more political and less economic than in the first half of 2025.” (Reuters) Smiths is central to this tape because the
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Severn Trent share price rises as UK water outages drag regulators back into focus

Severn Trent share price rises as UK water outages drag regulators back into focus

London, Jan 19, 2026, 09:46 GMT — Regular session Severn Trent Plc (SVT.L) shares climbed 1.8% to 2,886 pence on Monday, nearing the day’s peak. The stock fluctuated between 2,832.4p and 2,892.0p and remains just shy of its 52-week high at 2,912.0p. The company’s market cap stands around 8.68 billion pounds, with a dividend yield of 4.35%. Peer United Utilities edged up 0.8%. (Investing.com) Water stocks drew fresh attention after new supply issues in Kent intensified pressure on South East Water over the weekend. According to The Guardian, more than 5,500 homes faced outages Sunday evening. Environment secretary Emma Reynolds
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SSE share price hits fresh 52-week high as UK wind auction pricing sinks in; traders eye Feb 4 update

SSE share price hits fresh 52-week high as UK wind auction pricing sinks in; traders eye Feb 4 update

London, January 19, 2026, 09:22 GMT — Regular session. SSE Plc shares ticked up 0.1% to 2,345 pence by 0922 GMT, having climbed to 2,352 pence earlier on Monday, marking a new one-year peak. The stock stood 2 pence above Friday’s close, with early trading volume hitting 130,320 shares. (London South East) Investors remain focused on the UK’s Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which guarantees developers a fixed electricity price and offers top-ups if wholesale rates dip. Consultancy Westwood Energy reported that the latest offshore wind auction saw fixed-bottom projects clear at a weighted average strike price of £90.91 per
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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 will be watching closely for new insights on demand in credit, fraud, and data services. (experianplc.com) European stocks took a hit as Trump’s threat of fresh tariffs, tied to his demand that the U.S. be allowed to buy Greenland, reignited
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Ashtead share price slips as AHT flags fresh buyback, NYSE move stays in focus

Ashtead share price slips as AHT flags fresh buyback, NYSE move stays in focus

London, Jan 19, 2026, 09:11 GMT — Regular session Ashtead Group (AHT) shares dropped roughly 1.1% to about 5,240 pence by 08:56 GMT, trailing the wider UK market’s modest decline. The FTSE 100 equipment rental company, known for its Sunbelt and A-Plant brands, has consistently repurchased its own stock. (fidelity.co.uk) The company bought back 71,535 shares on Jan. 16 at an average price of 5,310.3268 pence each, with individual trades between 5,274 and 5,342 pence. These shares were placed into treasury—meaning they were held rather than cancelled—leaving 416,170,962 shares outstanding excluding the treasury stock, and 35,183,871 shares held in treasury.
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Stock Market Today

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

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:31 AM EST Dollar Dips as Stocks Rally and US Data Influences Fed Rate Expectations February 7, 2026, 12:18 AM EST. The **dollar index** fell 0.17%, pressured by a rebound in equity markets reducing demand for the safe-haven currency. Weaker-than-expected U.S. labor market data raised the odds of a Fed rate cut to 18% for March, though consumer sentiment improved to a six-month high, limiting losses. Hawkish comments from Atlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic emphasized maintaining restrictive monetary policy. The dollar faces medium-term weakness amid expectations for rate cuts
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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