London open: Footsie pushes ahead
23rd Jun 2009 08:50
London's blue chips have made early progress despite predictions they could open lower. Information conglomerate Thomson-Reuters leads the way. It has confirmed it is to delist from the London Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, while retaining its listings on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges. Holde
Read moreLondon pre-open: Dull start in prospect
23rd Jun 2009 07:30
London looks set to follow Wall Street and Asian markets lower at the outset, with dealers predicting the FTSE 100 will open around 20 points lower than the previous close of 4,234. Information conglomerate Thomson-Reuters has confirmed it is to delist from the London Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, whi
Read moreBunzl shrugs off weaker UK and Ireland
23rd Jun 2009 07:10
Distribution and outsource specialist Bunzl is on track this year so far despite a downturn at its UK and Irish operations. "Despite a more difficult first quarter, overall trading is in line with full year expectations," Bunzl said. Revenues for the half year to June rose by 17%. Underlying reven
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