UK construction sector downturn eases in January

5th Feb 2026 10:07

(Sharecast News) - The downturn in the UK construction sector eased in January, according to a survey released on Thursday.

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Pandora to sell platinum-plated jewellery in shift away from silver, shares jump

5th Feb 2026 09:36

(Sharecast News) - Pandora shares sparkled on Thursday after the Danish jeweller said it would start selling platinum-plated jewellery to reduce its reliance on silver amid surging prices for the precious metal.

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Alphabet to ramp up investment as revenues surge

5th Feb 2026 09:26

(Sharecast News) - Google parent Alphabet is to significantly ramp up spending after a robust fourth quarter and strong cloud demand helped annual revenues top $400bn for the first time.

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Citi downgrades Babcock to 'neutral' from 'buy'

5th Feb 2026 09:04

(Sharecast News) - Citi downgraded Babcock on Thursday to 'neutral' from 'buy' as it increased its price target and said the company's medium-term guidance is conservative.

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