Market Pulse
US close: Dollar gains dampen stocks despite strong slate of data
Wall Street shifted sideways on Tuesday, with profit taking and a stronger dollar preventing any gains amid a slate of better-than-expected readings on the economy and abating geopolitical tension.
Maiden dividend at Aldermore now seems assured in 2017, Investec says
Investec's Ian Gordon lifted his target price on challenger bank Aldermore's shares slightly higher, describing the lender's first half performance as "superb".
Jackpotjoy stays in the red despite revenue gains
Jackpotjoy posted growth across key financials in the three months leading up to June 30, but increased costs and a steep rise in expenses saw it fail to convert the growth into profits.
IATA reports air passenger growth at a 12-year high
The financial outlook for airline carriers is improving, as passenger yields begin to reverse a multi-year downtrend and amid increased demand for premium passengers - especially in Asia - as global trade picks up, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said in its June - July Airlines Financial Monitor.
AISG acquisition sends profit skyward for Menzies
Logistic and support service group John Menzies said that despite a strong showing by its aviation wing, profits had slipped in the first six months of the year due to a difficult run for its newspaper distribution division.
Asiamet confirms Beruang Kanan resource
Asiamet Resources filed a technical report on Tuesday that confirmed its Indonesian resource at the Beruang Kanan main zone contained 49. 2m tonnes of 0. 70% as previously announced.
Mattioli Woods 'rebalances' board
Two directors of pension consultancy and administration firm Mattioli Woods have resigned as a result of an internal review into the company's governance.
HSBC raises St.James's target price, reiterates 'buy'
Analysts at HSBC raised their target price on shares of St James's Place, pointing to the improving productivity of the asset manager's advisors, scope for greater capital returns and better growth prospects versus rivals.
Wednesday preview: Will low unemployment begin to lift earnings?
Unemployment and earnings figures will be in focus on Wednesday, as the continued constriction on British households was confirmed by ongoing high inflation the day before, while investors can peruse interim results from Admiral, Balfour Beatty and Lookers.
US open: Stocks fall back despite stronger-than-expected data
Wall Street's main market gauges pulled back after an initial push higher at the start of trading despite a slate of better-than-expected readings on the economy.
H&T profits surge boosted by higher gold prices
H&T Group, the parent company of H&T Pawnbrokers said it received a significant boost to its already successful gold purchasing projects thanks to the higher price of gold over the first six months of the year.
Asia report: Stocks climb and yen falls as North Korea worries recede
Asia-Pacific stocks mostly finished higher on Tuesday as tension around North Korea receded, though the Hang Seng was an outlier in the red.
US import prices edge higher in July
The cost of purchasing goods from abroad if you're American increased last month on the back of a rise in energy costs.
Empire State index jumps in August, but some economists sceptical
Factory sector activity in the Federal Reserve bank of New York's jurisdiction accelerated noticeably in August, the results of a survey conducted by its staff revealed.
US July retail sales volumes jump past forecasts
The US consumer continued spending freely in July, particularly on motor vehicles and building materials.
US pre-open: Stocks set to rise after strong print for July retail sales
Stock futures are pointing to a solid start on the back what many are interpreting as less aggressive rhetoric overnight from Pyongyang and several better-than-expected reports on the current state of the American economy.
Mears Group expects delays after Grenfell fire
Mears Group cut its full-year revenue forecast from Housing as a result of the Grenfell Tower Fire in June, saying that clients would delay planned work orders as they went about "ensuring their housing portfolios are safe. ".
Rockhopper Exploration updates on Egypt concession
Oil and gas company, Rockhopper Exploration announced its Abu Sennan drilling concession in Egypt had maintained a stable level of production, averaging 3,300 barrel of oil equivalent per day over the first six months of the year.
Europe midday: Stocks hold onto gains, Korea worries capped for the moment
Stocks are holding higher following the most recent official statements around the crisis on the Korean peninsula which are helping to calm traders' frayed nerves.
London midday: FTSE climbs as pound dented by inflation data
London stocks continued to rise on Tuesday as sabre-rattling between the US and North Korea returned to background noise, while the pound slipped as inflation proved less than expected.