Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 12th July 2026

Over the last few years, it is difficult to overstate the contribution that Michael Saylor and Strategy have made to Bitcoin. They have fundamentally changed how institutional investors think about

Shorting Targets: The Playbook Author @ZaksTradersCafe I have always been on the long side with small caps. This is even though as a former derivatives broker in the 1990s, going

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the latest requested stocks, including Avacta, easyJet, Fulcrum Metals, First Class, Panther Metals, and Quantum Helium. There is quite a mixed

Zak Mir speaks with Andrea Cattaneo, chief executive of Zenith Energy Ltd (LON: ZEN), following the international energy production and development company’s latest update on its application to have the

Accelerating quantum research and development, and translating scientific breakthroughs into economic growth, industrial capability and national security advantage, is now a strategic priority for the United States. The recent U.S.

Online fashion retailer Shein has received approval from China’s securities regulator to proceed with plans for a potential initial public offering in Hong Kong. According to a statement from the

The FTSE 100 ended higher on Friday in calmer trading, helped by a double-digit rise in Vodafone shares as investors largely took the latest US-Iran tensions in stride. London’s blue-chip

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, WTI

Copper prices pick up as US continues strikes on Iran and Strait of Hormuz becomes a dangerous passage MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Elevra Lithium (ELV AU)

Quantum Helium Limited (AIM: QHE) has reported gross oil revenue of US$316,263 from its Sagebrush Project during the first half of 2026, as stronger commodity prices and additional production from

Vodafone Group PLC (LON: VOD) shares jumped 11.09% to 108.60p after French telecoms billionaire Xavier Niel agreed to acquire e&’s entire 16.2% stake in the FTSE 100 telecoms group for

Businesses are continuously improving their operations, especially when it comes to payroll. This process is no longer just about processing salaries, but about maintaining compliance and employee satisfaction, and managing

Genedrive plc (AIM: GDR) has highlighted comments from UK Health Minister Preet Kaur Gill MP, who cited rapid pharmacogenetic testing for antibiotic-induced hearing loss as a practical example of personalised

Yesterday I interviewed Zenith Energy (ZEN) regarding the latest developments in its arbitration with reference to the Republic of Tunisia, as well as the shenanigans against CEO Andrea Cattaneo. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Vodafone Group

The FTSE 100 opened around 30 points higher at 10,503 on Friday, led by a sharp rise in Vodafone shares. Vodafone jumped 11.7% following news that French billionaire Xavier Niel

Arc Minerals Limited (AIM: ARCM) is preparing to begin drilling at its Virgo copper project in Botswana in August as its geophysical programme approaches completion. The Africa-focused copper explorer said

easyJet plc  (LON: EZJ) has reached agreement in principle with Apollo on the key financial terms of a possible cash offer valuing the airline at approximately £5.7 billion. Under the

London stocks are set to open higher on Friday, rounding off a hectic trading week as investors look ahead to the start of earnings season next week. FTSE 100 futures

Shuka Minerals Plc (AIM/AltX: SKA) has reported further encouraging drilling results from the Kabwe Zinc Mine in Zambia, with exploration holes KBDD06 and KBDD07 confirming continued mineralisation in the previously

Panther Metals Plc (LON: PALM) has provided an update on its Phase 1 diamond drilling programme at the Wishbone volcanogenic massive sulphide prospect within the Obonga Project in Ontario, Canada.

London’s FTSE 100 underperformed European peers on Thursday as a sharp fall in AstraZeneca offset strong gains across the mining sector, while investors continued to assess developments in the Middle

Xtract Resources Plc (AIM: XTR) has announced the start of initial production at the Silverking copper-silver project in Zambia. The project is operated through a joint venture with Oval Mining Ltd,

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, WTI

Cornish Metals plc (AIM: TIN) has reported positive assay results from the first drill hole of its ongoing Roskear surface drilling programme at the South Crofty tin project in Cornwall.

The Telegraph: Iran struck US military bases in the Middle East on Thursday in retaliation for fresh American strikes against the country. The IRGC said it had targeted “key infrastructure and

Copper rebounds as market looks beyond Iran conflict escalation MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Cornish Metals* (TIN LN) – Roskear drilling intersects multiple mineralised structures including some

AstraZeneca has seen around £20 billion wiped from its market value following the disappointing late-stage trial results for Wainua, pushing its market capitalisation below £200 billion. AstraZeneca was the biggest

Kendrick Resources (LON: KEN) has reported the discovery of high-grade rare earth element mineralisation hosted within breccia at the Teufelskuppe Carbonatite Complex, strengthening the company’s resource growth potential. The newly

Alkemy Capital Investments Plc (LON: ALK) has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Tees Valley Lithium Ltd, has entered into non-binding Heads of Terms with Canadian lithium developer E3 Lithium

Every company wants to grow. More users, more tasks, and more deals often mean more cash flow. Unfortunately, that sort of growth also tests the organizational structure of a business

RC365 Secures £2.25m Funding Package Through CEO-Backed Credit Facility and Share Placing RC365 Holding plc (LON: RCGH) has secured a total funding package of approximately £2.25 million through a combination

Accelerated Amortized Payment of Convertible Bond Installment LONDON and PHILADELPHIA – July 9, 2026 – Avacta (AIM: AVCT), a life sciences company developing innovative, targeted oncology drugs, confirms that it has received an accelerated

London stocks are set to open higher on Thursday despite renewed military escalation in the Middle East, as investors also assess the latest Federal Reserve meeting minutes. Futures indicate the

Mkango Resources Ltd (AIM/TSX-V: MKA) has appointed Cavendish Capital Markets Ltd as joint corporate broker with immediate effect. Cavendish will work alongside Mkango’s existing joint corporate broker Hannam & Partners,

New drill target identified at Lolworth Laboratory Gold Assays reveal new 200-Metre drill-ready gold corridor at Butterfly Creek ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR), the gold exploration and development company focused

Australian Gold and Copper (ASX: AGC) is proving that bigger exploration bets can pay off. Danielle Doporto speaks with Glen Diemar, managing director of Australian Gold and Copper, about bold

London stocks closed sharply lower after fresh strikes between the US and Iran rattled investor sentiment and pushed oil prices higher. The FTSE 100 fell 1.7% to close at 10,489.04,

Donald Trump’s declaration that the US-Iran ceasefire is effectively over has been described as an “ominous” development for UK petrol prices. The AA warned that renewed uncertainty in the Middle

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, WTI

Hamak Strategy Ltd (LON: HAMA, OTCQB: HASTF) has reported further high-grade reverse circulation drilling results from the Akoko oxide gold project in southwest Ghana. The company, which combines advanced gold

Gold pares gains as US-Iran peace deal breaks down MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below European Metals Holdings (EMH LN) – Different kiln at the Cinovec lithium project,

Union Jack Oil plc (UJO), acknowledges the receipt of a requisition notice dated 7 July 2026 from shareholders who hold 20,650,096 ordinary shares in the Company representing 14.09% of the total voting

Great Southern Copper Plc (LON: GSCU) has completed its first scout reverse circulation drilling programme at the Especularita Project in Chile, where the company is targeting large-scale porphyry copper systems.

Virgin Media has been fined £28 million by Ofcom after the UK telecoms regulator found that the company repeatedly made it difficult for customers to cancel their contracts. The investigation

RESULTS OF FUNDRAISE AND TVR Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF), a primary helium company, is pleased to announce the results of its Fundraise, as announced yesterday.

Renewed tensions between the US and Iran pushed oil prices and Treasury yields higher overnight after Washington launched fresh strikes against Iranian targets. The US said the new wave of

Physiomics plc (AIM: PYC) has secured multiple new contract awards with a combined estimated value of more than £200,000. The mathematical modelling, data science and biostatistics company said the awards

Avacta Therapeutics (AIM: AVCT) has appointed healthcare executive Dr Patrick Vink to its board as non-executive deputy chairman and senior independent director. The clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company is developing pre|CISION®, its

London stocks are set for a slightly weaker open on Wednesday, as investors assess a fresh escalation in the Middle East and a sharp rise in oil prices following US

Fulcrum Metals Plc (AIM: FMET) has noted an updated mineral resource estimate for the Tully Gold Project in Timmins, Ontario, which has triggered a contractual milestone under its agreement with

Greatland Resources Ltd (ASX: GGP, AIM: GGP) has appointed Nick Strong as chief operating officer, with responsibility for the company’s Telfer and Havieron operations. Strong will join the company on

London’s FTSE 100 nudged higher on Tuesday, outperforming weaker European and US markets, as gains in energy stocks helped offset pressure on miners and technology-linked shares. The FTSE 100 closed

PROPOSED FUNDRAISE TO ACCELERATE PRODUCTION PATHWAY Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF) (“Pulsar” or the “Company”), today announces its intention to raise gross proceeds of approximately US$20.0

Britain’s grid operator has been accused of concealing system failures that critics claim could increase the risk of blackouts. Claire Coutinho, the shadow energy secretary, has alleged that senior managers

Oil and gas prices moved higher after a tanker was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, renewing concerns over energy security and the fragility of US-Iran

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, WTI

Gold weakens after Qatari LNG carrier hit off Hormuz as China buys the dip MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Anglesey Mining (AYM LN) – Review of historic

When a junior gold company can monetize part of a gold resource without selling the project, without becoming a producer, and without immediately moving toward extraction, it opens a very

(Citywire) FCA looks at urgent review into unregulated advice given by AI: The Mills Review calls on the regulator to scrutinise unregulated advice given by AI platforms, which threatens to create

Alien Metals Ltd (AIM: UFO) has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire the Georgina Basin iron-oxide copper-gold project in Australia’s Northern Territory, while also announcing board and management changes

Great Western Mining Corporation Plc (AIM: GWMO) has reported positive assay results from a machine-cut channel sampling programme at its Defender-Pine Crow Project in Mineral County, Nevada. The strategic minerals

Kendrick Resources Plc (LON: KEN) has reported further high-grade rare earth element results from its Teufelskuppe Project, with the latest drilling continuing to demonstrate shallow mineralisation and strong continuity across

Reveille Resources (AQSE: REV) has made its debut on the Aquis Growth Market after raising £2.0 million through its initial public offering. Dealings in the natural resources explorer began on

PULSAR HELIUM INVESTOR WEBINAR VIA INVESTOR MEET COMPANY Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF) (“Pulsar” or the “Company”), the helium project development company, is pleased to announce

First Class Metals Plc (LON: FCM) has reported final cumulative drill results from the Roy prospect at its Sunbeam Property in Ontario, Canada, confirming bonanza-grade gold and strengthening the company’s

FTSE 100 Seen Higher as Investors Watch Nato Summit and UK House Price Data London stocks are set for a modestly higher open on Tuesday, with investors monitoring the start

Australian Gold and Copper Ltd (ASX: AGC) has reported further encouraging drilling results from the Achilles deposit at its Cargelligo Gold Project in New South Wales, confirming that the mineral

London stocks gave back early gains on Monday, with weakness in gold miners, AstraZeneca and soft UK construction data weighing on sentiment. The FTSE 100 closed down 27.26 points, or

Oriole Resources Plc (AIM: ORR) shares moved higher after the gold explorer completed a joint venture agreement for its Senala project in Senegal and reported further positive drilling results from

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, WTI

Gold edges lower following dollar rebound after US jobs miss MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Conroy Gold and Natural Resources (CGNR LN) – Phase 1 drilling completed

Molopo Farms Project, Botswana – Prospecting Licences Renewed & Drilling Underway Power Metal Resources Plc (AIM: POW) has provided an exploration update from its Molopo Farms Complex Project in southwestern

Fiinu plc (AIM: BANK) has issued a response to a shareholder letter circulated by Granicus Holdings OÜ ahead of the company’s Annual General Meeting, which is scheduled to take place

The Financial Times: EasyJet reaches outline agreement on £5.5bn takeover by Castlelake UK airline’s board says it is minded to recommend proposal by US private credit group. EasyJet said the agreement

Sky has agreed to acquire ITV’s media and entertainment business in a £1.6 billion deal, marking one of the most significant transactions in British broadcasting history. Under the terms of

easyJet plc (LSE: EZJ) has confirmed that it has reached an agreement in principle with Castlelake, L.P. on the key financial terms of a possible recommended cash offer for the

First Class Metals PLC (LON: FCM), the Ontario focused gold exploration company, is pleased to announce a live investor webinar to discuss the recently announced landmark agreement with nGRND Inc (‘nGRND’) relating to

Panther Metals Plc (LON: PALM) has announced an extension amendment to its 2021 sale and purchase agreement with Broken Rock Resources Ltd for the Obonga Project in Ontario, Canada. The

Greatland Resources Ltd (AIM: GGP, OTC: GRLGF, ASX: GGP) has reported full-year gold production of 328,986 ounces, beating the top end of its FY26 guidance range following a strong June

London stocks are set for a marginally weaker open on Monday, with investors watching developments in Ukraine, the latest OPEC+ production increase and a busy economic calendar. Futures indicate the

Reveille Resources Plc has announced an updated application for admission to the AQSE Growth Market, with dealings scheduled to begin on Tuesday, 7th July 2026. The company is focused on

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, WTI

The FTSE 100 ended higher on Friday.  London’s blue-chip index closed up 26.16 points, or 0.3%, at 10,679.03. The FTSE 250 rose 121.22 points, or 0.5%, to 23,538.80, while the AIM

Crackpot Commentary Author @ZaksTradersCafe I was asked during the week who I was referring to when mentioning those who deliver “crackpot” commentary on the stock market. In theory, there could

In this interview from THE Mining Investment Event 2026 in Québec City, Darren Hazelwood, CEO of Panther Metals, discusses the company’s Ontario-focused exploration and development strategy. Panther Metals is a

Traders on the prediction market Polymarket are increasingly positioning for further weakness in oil prices this month, after crude retreated to levels last seen before the conflict in Iran. In

The FTSE 100 ended higher on Friday.  London’s blue-chip index closed up 26.16 points, or 0.3%, at 10,679.03. The FTSE 250 rose 121.22 points, or 0.5%, to 23,538.80, while the