Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 11th May 2025

The FTSE 100 edged higher on Friday, closing up 23 points, or 0.3%, at 8,554.80 after a hesitant start, as easing trade war tensions lifted investor sentiment. The mid-cap FTSE

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Borders, Contango,

The FTSE 100 edged higher on Friday, closing up 23 points, or 0.3%, at 8,554.80 after a hesitant start, as easing trade war tensions lifted investor sentiment. The mid-cap FTSE

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, several innovative companies are making significant strides in addressing some of the world’s most pressing health challenges. From cutting-edge vaccine trials to pioneering treatments

Greatland Gold has entered 2025 with momentum and purpose, carrying the weight of a transformational year behind it and a clear path forward. After securing full ownership of both Havieron

Marula Mining PLC (AQSE: MARU A2X: MAR) an African focused mining and development company, is pleased to announce the successful completion of wet commissioning of the Kilifi Manganese Processing Plant (the “Kilifi

Donald Trump has hinted at a potential softening in his trade war with China, suggesting that an 80% tariff on Chinese goods “seems right”—a marked shift from previous threats of

Fintech is one of the most disruptive sectors in our modern economy. It challenges the traditional financial status quo with innovative products and services that make banking, payments, and investing

BP Shares Surge Amid Takeover Talk as Market Values Lag Asset Worth BP shares have jumped 4.00% in early trading on Friday, putting the UK oil major near the top

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has firmly denied suggestions of “groupthink” within the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), following a rare three-way split in the latest vote on interest rates.

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Copper holds higher ground as China copper inventories continue to slide MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below 121 Mining Investment conference (London)   We will be presenting mining

Asian Markets Mixed as Investors Eye US-China Trade Talks Asian shares were mixed on Friday as investors looked ahead to key trade talks this weekend between China and the US,

Cornish Metals Inc. (AIM/TSX-V: CUSN) a mineral exploration and development company focused on advancing its 100% owned and permitted South Crofty tin project in Cornwall, United Kingdom, is pleased to announce that

Conroy Gold and Natural Resources (CGNR) announced it has discovered antimony-bearing float samples from its Clontibret gold deposit area in County Monaghan, Ireland. The samples returned very high gold grades of

Response to Press Speculation Possible Acquisition of MiniMBA Brave Bison, the digital media, marketing and technology company, notes recent press speculation and confirms that it has entered into exclusive negotiations

Zak Mir talks to Julian Hanna, Managing Director, Artemis Resources, in the wake of phase 1 drilling results, highlighting that the strike could extend another 600m. Introducing Artemis Resources and

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Big, Crism,

Gold slides as dollar rallies whilst China boosts reserves MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Allied Gold (AAUC CN) – Sales jump on higher sales and realised gold

New gold targets identified at Mosquito Creek Crescent Project, Pilbara Region, Western Australia Wishbone Gold Plc (AIM: WSBN, AQSE: WSBN), is pleased to report that an extensive geological review of the

Georgina Energy Reports Resource Upgrade at Mt Winter Prospect Georgina Energy PLC (LON: GEX) announced a substantial upgrade to its resource estimates at the Mt Winter prospect in Australia’s Northern

The Bank of England takes centre stage today as policymakers prepare to set interest rates against a backdrop of global trade tensions and a sluggish UK economy. Market watchers aren’t

Reabold Resources (RBD), the investing company focussed on developing strategic gas projects for European energy security, is pleased to announce that it has converted £500,000 of outstanding convertible loan notes into

The Board of Mirriad Advertising plc (AIM: MIRI), a leading in-content advertising and virtual product placement (“VPP”) company, announces that, further to the Company’s announcement on 1 May 2025, the

Downing Street has confirmed that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will provide an update later today on the ongoing trade negotiations between the UK and the United States. A Number

Sagebrush Maiden Helium and Hydrocarbon Contingent Resources Mosman Oil and Gas Limited (AIM:MSMN) the helium, hydrogen and hydrocarbon exploration, development and production company, announces the first estimate of helium and hydrocarbon volumes at

The pound and FTSE 100 futures advanced after reports emerged that former President Trump is set to announce a trade deal with the UK. Sterling climbed as much as 0.5%

The US Federal Reserve has voted to keep interest rates unchanged, citing growing economic “uncertainty” linked to President Donald Trump’s ongoing trade war. The central bank warned of potential risks,

FTSE 100 Ends Record Winning Streak as Rate Decisions Loom The FTSE 100’s historic run of consecutive gains has come to a halt. On Wednesday, it slipped 0.4% to close

Shares in Vast Resources PLC (AIM: VAST) jumped 14% in early trading on Wednesday after the company announced it had uncovered more high-quality diamonds than previously identified in its long-anticipated

According to Turkey’s trade minister, Britain and Turkey will hold negotiations to expand their existing free trade agreement. The current deal, rolled over post-Brexit in 2020, was reviewed in 2023

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold,  Blue Star,

Fed Unlikely to Cut Rates Before July Despite Trump Pressure, Says Goldman Sachs The US Federal Reserve is not expected to lower interest rates until July, according to Goldman Sachs,

Copper holds higher ground as US copper tariff probe expected soon MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Asiamet Resources (ARS LN) – BKM optimized feasibility study sets stage

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The Telegraph: Pakistan calls India bombing ‘act of war’ Islamabad vows to retaliate after nine air strikes bring nuclear-armed neighbours to brink. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Comment: Two countries that have continuously been at

Zephyr Energy PLC (AIM:ZPHR, OTCQB:ZPHRF) has announced positive initial results from a production test at its State 36-2R well in Utah’s Paradox Basin, highlighting robust flow rates, minimal water production,

Andrew Scott caught up with GSCU’s CEO, Sam Garrett, following the publication of a new research note by Greenwood Capital Partners. The report says recent drill results from the Mostaza

Cooks Coffee Company (NZX:CCC; AQUIS:COOK), the international coffee focused café chain, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a Master Franchise Agreement (“MFA”) for the country of India. The agreement has

JSE Secondary Listing Update Shuka Minerals Plc (AIM: SKA), an African focused mine operator and developer, is pleased to confirm that it has received formal approval from the Johannesburg Stock

Mendell Helium is pleased to announce that, further to the announcement of 28 April 2025, the service rig arrived on site at M3 Helium Corporation’s (“M3 Helium”)  Rost 1-26 well (“Rost”) last

Metals One (AIM: MET1), which is advancing critical minerals projects, announces that it has put out a tender for a drilling contractor to provide services for a 2,000m, 10-hole diamond core drill programme

Asian equities and the U.S. dollar rose following news of an upcoming meeting between senior U.S. and Chinese trade officials. In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 inched up 0.1% to 36,870.46,

The UK stock market’s historic rally continues, with the FTSE 100 rising for a 16th consecutive session—its longest winning streak on record. London’s blue-chip index closed up 1 point, or

Tesla’s UK sales slumped by more than 60% in April, with just 512 vehicles registered compared to 1,352 during the same month last year, according to data from the Society

EU Preparing €100bn Tariff Response as Trade Tensions with Trump Escalate The European Union is preparing to impose retaliatory tariffs on up to €100bn (£84.7bn) worth of U.S. goods if

Marula Mining PLC (AQSE: MARU A2X: MAR) an African focused mining and development company, is pleased to provide an update on manganese exploration activities that have been completed by the

Mosman Oil and Gas Limited (AIM:MSMN) the helium, hydrogen and hydrocarbon exploration, development and production company, announces the drilling rig has been mobilised on the Vecta project, Colorado, USA, at which Mosman has

Bluebird Mining Ventures Ltd., a pan Asian gold project development company, is very pleased to announce that its two Mineral Production Sharing Agreement’s (MPSA) in the Philippines, have both been given

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, AFC, Asiamet,

Gold makes strong gains as Chinese buyers return from holiday MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below 80 Mile Plc* (80M LN) – Court rules in Greenswitch favour in

(Alliance News) – Deliveroo (ROO) PLC on Tuesday said it has agreed a GBP2.9 billion takeover by Doordash Inc. The cash offer from San Francisco-based DoorDash is worth 180 pence per Deliveroo share. Shares in Deliveroo,

Relocating a whole office often closely resembles navigating a labyrinth of workstations, cartons, and tight schedules. Hiring the ideal removal crew is absolutely vital, since a single misstep might easily

UK Markets Open Higher as FTSE 100 Eyes Extended Winning Streak UK stocks opened higher after the Bank Holiday weekend, with the FTSE 100 rising 0.3% to 8,618.26 as it

Deliveroo has agreed to be acquired by its U.S. rival DoorDash in a deal valued at £2.9 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, San Francisco-based DoorDash will pay 180p

Asian markets were mixed on Tuesday following Wall Street’s decline, which ended a nine-day winning streak for major U.S. indexes. In China, services sector activity dropped to its lowest level

Ampasindava Mining Study Advancing to Unlock Strategic Supply of Magnet Metals Harena (LSE:HREE) is pleased to report that Pre-Feasibility study work is progressing at pace on its 75% owned Ampasindava

 Operational update and extension for completion of CEG Trinidad acquisition Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc (PRD), the Jersey-based Oil and Gas Company with near-term hydrocarbon operations and production focussed on Morocco and Trinidad provides an

Helium One Global (AIM: HE1), the primary helium explorer in Tanzania with a 50% working interest in the Galactica-Pegasus helium development project in Colorado, USA (“the Galactica Project”), provides an update following the Blue Star Helium

In this exclusive interview, StockBox speaks with Jason Brewer, CEO of Marula Mining, about the company’s latest strategic developments. Jason shares insights into Marula’s expansion into lithium brine projects in

In this deep-dive interview, Mendell Helium CEO Nick Tulloch explains the company’s unique positioning in the rapidly evolving helium market. First helium production at the Rost Well targeted for Q3

hVIVO Plc (HVO) is a specialist contract research organisation (CRO) and a world leader in conducting human challenge trials for infectious and respiratory disease vaccines and therapeutics. The London-based company has

Impossible To Replicate Author @ZaksTradersCafe Warren Buffett’s legacy is nothing short of legendary. His disciplined value investing approach, long-term vision, and remarkable patience turned Berkshire Hathaway into one of the

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Altona, CloudCoco,

AIM’s Outperformance One of the best things about the FTSE 100 index quarterly reshuffles is that removing the bottom few losers and replacing them with new, stronger kids on the

The UK’s benchmark FTSE 100 index closed higher on Friday, extending its longest-ever streak of gains. The UK’s leading stock index closed 1.17% higher on Friday, while the FTSE 250, which

Deliveroo employees are set for a £65 million windfall as the company moves toward a £2.7 billion sale to US rival DoorDash. The American food delivery giant, valued at $80

The Victim PrinceUnder the 70-year reign of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth, it could be said that she rarely put a foot wrong in her day job, bolstering the monarchy

US Risks Recession as Economy Contracts Under Tariff Pressure The United States faces a growing risk of recession after official data revealed the economy contracted in the first quarter of

The UK’s benchmark FTSE 100 index closed higher on Friday, extending its longest-ever streak of gains. The UK’s leading stock index closed 1.17% higher on Friday, while the FTSE 250, which

The Bank of England is widely expected to cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to 4.25% at its meeting next Thursday. However, economists remain divided over whether the Monetary

Avacta Group plc (AVCT) is a life sciences company developing next-generation cancer therapies that deliver powerful anti-tumour payloads directly to the tumour site. The company has recently pivoted to focus entirely

A May interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve is “clearly off the table,” according to JPMorgan, despite renewed pressure from Donald Trump for looser monetary policy. Bruce Kasman, the

The UK’s benchmark FTSE 100 index closed higher on Friday, extending its longest-ever streak of gains. The UK’s leading stock index closed 1.17% higher on Friday, while the FTSE 250,

TikTok has received a €530 million (£450 million) fine from Ireland’s Data Protection Commissioner (DPC) due to concerns over its handling of user information. Additionally, the company has been instructed

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold,  Pound/Dollar, Asiamet,

Copper continues to flow out of LME warehouses as US premiums attract flow  MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Empire Metals* (EEE LN) –Updated Presentation shows key upcoming

Altona (LSE: REE), a resource exploration and development company focused on critical raw materials in Africa, announces that Cedric Simonet, Chief Executive Officer, will provide a live presentation relating to the

Hemogenyx Pharmaceuticals plc (LSE: HEMO) is pleased to announce that the second patient has been successfully treated as part of the Company’s ongoing Phase I clinical trial of HG-CT-1, its

Reform beat Labour by six votes in the Runcorn by-election, with Labour apparently putting this down to the government not moving fast enough on delivering change. This rather misses the

Italy: Selva Malvezzi Production Concession Q1 2025 Activity Report Steady Gross Production and Revenues Prospex Energy plc (AIM: PXEN), the AIM quoted investment company focused on European gas and power

Asian markets surged today after China announced it was assessing recent US overtures regarding tariffs introduced by former President Donald Trump. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng climbed 1.7% to 22,496.33, while