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Schneider Electric in talks to take over Bentley Systems - report
French industrial energy giant Schneider Electric on Friday announced that it was in discussions to take over US-listed software firm Bentley Systems in a deal that could be worth nearly $16bn.
Novacyt gearing up for hearing in DHSC litigation
Molecular diagnostics specialist Novacyt updated the market on legal proceedings between itself and its subsidiary Primer Design against the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) on Friday.
Venture Life renews revolving credit facility
Self-care products specialist Venture Life Group announced the renewal of its revolving credit facility with Santander UK and HSBC Innovation Bank on Friday.
Man Group's Q1 miss was temporary "roadbump", says Jefferies
Shares in Man Group dropped on Friday after the investment management firm reported unexpected net outflows in the first quarter, but that didn't deter Jefferies from reiterating its 'buy' rating for the stock.
Thames Water submits plan to raise bills by 56pc
Thames Water has submitted a revised business plan to regulators, proposing an increase in bills of 56%, it was reported on Friday.
Asia report: Markets fall amid fresh Middle East unrest
Markets across the Asia-Pacific region saw a notable downturn on Friday, following news of a limited strike by Israel in Iran.
UK consumer confidence hits best level in two years - Deloitte
UK consumer confidence hit its highest level in two years in the first quarter of 2024 as inflation eased, according to a survey released by Deloitte on Friday.
Israel hits target in Iran's central province of Isfahan in limited strike
Israel struck a target in the central Iranian province of Isfahan, where the country's nuclear installations are located.
London open: Stocks fall on Middle East tensions as oil prices jump
UK stocks fell on Friday morning after reports of Israel launching a retaliatory attack on Iran emerged, sending oil prices sharply higher.
Diesel generators arrive for Goldplat's South Africa operations
South Africa and Ghana-focussed Goldplat announced the arrival of diesel generators at its South African operations on Friday.
Intelligent Ultrasound tech launches on new GE system
Healthcare software and simulation specialist Intelligent Ultrasound Group announced the launch of GE HealthCare's SonoLyst software, powered by its ‘ScanNav AI’, on the new Voluson Signature Series portfolio of ultrasound machines on Friday.
Man Group misses forecasts with Q1 assets under management
Investment management firm Man Group reported an improvement in assets under manager in the first quarter, according to a trading update released on Friday, but net outflows during the period caught investors by surprise, causing shares to drop sharply.
Home REIT exchanges 65 properties, rebuts legal claim from shareholders
Home REIT announced the successful exchange of 65 properties on Friday, at a public auction held on 18 April.
Europe open: Shares fall as Israel attacks Iran; Oil, gold rise
European stocks tumbled at the open on Friday after Israel launched an attack on Iran in the latest escalation of hostilities between the two since Tel Aviv attacked the Iranian consulate in Syria.
888 beats its own guidance with solid Q1 revenues
Shares in gambling group 888 Holdings rose on Friday after the company delivered first-quarter revenues ahead of guidance and reiterated its confidence in hitting full-year targets.
Numis downgrades DS Smith to ‘hold’
Numis downgraded its stance on packaging group DS Smith on Friday to ‘hold’ from ‘buy’ as it said there was insufficient upside to retain a buy rating.
Quadrise posts progress with Utah partner Valkor
Quadrise updated the market on its collaboration with Valkor Technologies in Utah on Friday, targeting the supply of low sulphur ‘MSAR’ and ‘bioMSAR’ to the marine and power sector.
Man Group AUM jump 5% in Q1, Woodside Energy output drops
London open The FTSE 100 was being called to open around 60 points lower than Thursday's close of 7,877. 05 - a drop of 0. 8%.
Bluejay to broaden into helium and industrial gases
Bluejay Mining announced a strategic decision to broaden its corporate scope, expanding into the exploration and development of helium, industrial gases, and hydrocarbons, on Friday.
Clean Power Hydrogen reports solid full-year progress
UK-based green hydrogen technology company Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2) reported solid progress towards the commercial rollout of its membrane-free electrolyser (MFE) technology in its final results on Friday, driven by a revamped engineering team.