Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 15th October 2023

Europe’s major gas supplier, Norway, is diligently following the investigation into the mysterious damage to a Baltic Sea gas pipeline. After last year’s Nord Stream explosions, Norway has already heightened

According to a recent report from energy services company Baker Hughes, U.S. energy corporations have increased the number of oil rigs this week at the highest rate since March. This

The AIM All-Share index experienced a lift in the middle of the week after a slow start on Monday. This was driven by optimistic sentiments of a potential peak in

The FSTE AIM index has collapsed, investors are panicking, and sentiment is at rock bottom. Everything can change in one quarter. As a long-term FTSE AIM investor and analyst, I

President Vladimir Putin dismissed claims suggesting Russia’s hand in the disruption at the Balticconnector gas pipeline, calling them “utterly baseless.” Addressing the issue in a press conference in Kyrgyzstan, Putin

Oil prices are approaching $90 a barrel following intensified US sanctions on Russian oil exports. Today, oil saw an increase of 3.6%, marking its most significant jump since Monday when

The board of Manchester United Plc (NYSE: MANU) is preparing to meet in the upcoming days to discuss buyout offers, according to a Bloomberg article. Sources mentioned in this report

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, Abingdon, Audioboom, Beacon,

Weak Chinese CPI and trade data fuel economic growth concerns MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below GreenX Metals (GRX LN) – Quarterly report Rockfire Resources (ROCK LN) –

Stifel’s Insight on hVIVO PLC The esteemed American investment bank, Stifel, has recently launched an analysis of hVIVO PLC – a leading contract research organisation (CRO) that focuses on human

Oil prices have been pushed higher due to concerns that the conflict between Israel and Hamas might destabilize the Middle East. The global benchmark, Brent crude, has increased by 2.3%,

Bitcoin (BTC) seems to be stabilizing this Friday, concluding a notably challenging trading week for the leading cryptocurrency. Following a decline by a percentage point on Thursday, the BTC/USDT pair

GreenX Metals (GRX) present its Quarterly Activities Report for the period during and subsequent to 30 September 2023. Author @ZaksTradersCafe The company said damages of up to £737 million (A$1.3

British gas prices have continued their march higher as the bloodshed in the Middle East and gas leak in the Baltic Sea raises concerns about supplies. The UK contract has

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority has given its final nod to Microsoft’s acquisition of video game producer Activision Blizzard. This decision overturns its previous stance to hinder the $69bn

UK Oil & Gas plc (London AIM: UKOG) is pleased to announce that Aladdin Middle East, the Pinarova-1 operator, has advised that the resumption of testing operations within the Germik/Hoya sequence,

On 13/10/2023 Golden Metal was admitted to trading on the OTCQB Venture Market Golden Metal Resources plc (AIM:GMET, OTCQB:GMTLF) is pleased to announce that its shares (“Ordinary Shares”) have been

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, Avacta, Chill, Capital Metal,

Jubilee Metals Group PLC, an industry leader in metal recovery, is focused on retreatment and recovery from mine waste, tailings and waste products, slag and slurry, and other secondary materials

Team Internet Group, a global provider of internet solutions with headquarters in London, is part of the Team Internet Group. The company’s world-class technology and team of industry leaders are

Caledonia Mining Corporation PLC has a high growth profile and is a cash-generative gold miner. The Blanket mine in Zimbabwe is the company’s main asset. Caledonia reached its long-term goal of

Tiziana Life Science Ltd is a biopharmaceutical firm in the clinical stage that develops breakthrough therapies by utilizing transformational drug-delivery technologies. The innovative nasal, oral and inhalation methods in development

Chill Brands Group PLC focuses on the development, distribution and marketing of wellness and recreation products that contain natural, functional ingredients. The company’s product range includes disposable nicotine-free vapour products,

Faron Pharmaceuticals Limited, a biopharmaceutical firm in clinical development, is developing novel treatments to treat medical conditions that have significant unmet need due to immune system dysfunction. The company has

88 Energy Ltd. is a North American-focused oil and gas exploration company. The company holds operator exploration interests onshore Alaska, and non-operator interests onshore Texas. 88E has operated on the

Update on Board Changes Angus Energy plc notifies shareholders that with effect from 12th October 2023, Andrew Hollis has formally stepped down from the Board and the position of Technical

Wishbone Gold Plc (AIM: WSBN, AQSE: WSBN), announces that the Reverse Circulation (“RC”) drilling program at its Red Setter project has been completed, with samples now en route to Intertek’s

Vladimir Putin indicated that the reduction in oil supplies by Saudi Arabia and Russia is likely to be prolonged, as the Opec+ group seeks to stabilize prices. The Russian leader

HYPROMAG’S RARE EARTH MAGNET RECYCLING TECHNOLOGY SELECTED AS A MINERALS SECURITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECT Mkango Resources Ltd. (AIM/TSX-V: MKA)  and CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV: CTH; OTCQB: CTHCF) are pleased to announce that HyProMag Ltd’s

Visa has announced a $100 million investment in enterprises creating generative AI technology and applications that could influence the future of commerce and payments. The 16-year-old worldwide corporate investment arm

Exxon Mobil is set to acquire Pioneer Natural Resources in a deal valued at $59.5bn (£48.4bn), positioning it as the premier global shale oil producer. This year’s biggest corporate acquisition

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, Avacta, Artisanal, Beeks,

Gold prices gain on increased expectations of the Fed pausing rate hikes MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Amaroq Minerals (AMRQ LN) 57p, Mkt Cap £150m – Drilling

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised governments to either increase taxes or reduce expenditures to prevent debt from escalating uncontrollably, especially in an environment of high-interest rates. The organization

Caledonia Mining Corporation PLC (AIM: CMCL, NYSE-A: CMCL) announced a record gold output from its Blanket Mine in Zimbabwe for the recent quarter. During the three months that concluded on

Cornwall Resources Limited Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Oxford Sigma Limited Strategic Minerals plc (AIM: SML; USOTC: SMCDY), a profitable producing mineral company, is pleased to announce that its 100%

Jubilee Metals Group (JLP), a diversified leader in metals processing with operations in Africa, is announced its audited results for the year ended 30 June 2023. JLP said it was pleased

Baron Oil Plc (AIM: BOIL), the AIM-quoted oil and gas exploration and appraisal company focused on assets in SE Asia and the UK, is pleased to announce that it has published a presentation

***High grade intersect of 182g/t Au over 0.69m at Nalunaq extends the Mountain Block high grade zone ahead of commencing trial mining in 2024*** ***Discovery of new high-grade vein, 75m

UK gas prices experienced a sharp rise after Finland’s government suspected that a leak in an underwater pipeline resulted from “external interference”. Finnish President Sauli Niinisto announced that along with

UK gas prices have soared to a four-month peak following the shutdown of a major Israeli field in the Mediterranean Sea. Today, wholesale rates surged up to 10%, reaching over

Gold prices hold higher following US Treasury rally on cautious Fed and safe-haven appetite MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Aberdeen Minerals (PRIVATE) – Grant award from UK

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, Bushveld, Capital Metals, Critical

According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the UK’s economy is set to lag behind all other G7 nations next year, presenting challenges for Rishi Sunak in the upcoming election.

Capital Metals (AIM: CMET), a mineral sands company approaching mine development stage at the high-grade Eastern Minerals Project in Sri Lanka (the “Project”), is pleased to note that the Supreme Court in Sri

Dogger Bank will ultimately supply power sufficient for around six million households. Dogger Bank, poised to be the world’s biggest offshore wind farm, has started producing electricity, announced co-developer SSE

San Leon Energy, a London-based oil and gas firm, is nearing a $185m agreement with US investor Tri-Ri Asset Management that would allow it to assume control over a significant

Hummingbird (HUM) said it was pleased to note it has released an interview with CEO Dan Betts, discussing the Company’s latest activities. The interview can be accessed through the following link: https://www.hummingbirdresources.co.uk/media/#corporate-interviews

Atlantic Lithium receives authorisation to commence the diversion of the transmission lines crossing the Mankessim Licence, moving a step closer to shovel readiness at the Ewoyaa Lithium Project Atlantic Lithium

Mkango Resources Ltd. (AIM/TSX-V: MKA) (“Mkango”) and CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV: CTH; OTCQB: CTHCF) (“CoTec”) are pleased to provide an update on the roll-out of HyProMag’s rare earth magnet recycling technology into the

Critical Metals plc, a mining investment company established to acquire mining opportunities in the critical and strategic metals sector, is pleased to announce that the Company has entered into a

The rouble has dropped to its lowest level in over 18 months against the dollar, influenced by the ongoing crisis between Israel and Gaza. The value of the Russian currency

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, WTI, Ananda, Audioboom,

European gas prices rose following Israel’s decision to halt production at its Tamar field due to the severe attacks originating from Gaza. The Israeli energy department announced that the nation

Gold climbs on Hamas invasion of Israel as US bond yields climb MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Chaarat Gold (CGH LN) – CEO resignation and Kapan sale

Crude oil prices reached as high as $89 a barrel on Monday. This rise is attributed to concerns that the attack by Hamas on Israel may escalate tensions in the

The Bank of Israel announced plans to release up to $30 billion in foreign currency into the open market in response to the sudden attack by Hamas over the weekend.

Cornish Metals Inc., saw its shares rise early on Monday following an update on the progress of the Crofty project’s feasibility study. A significant portion of the study has already

Chill Brands Group PLC (LSE: CHLL, OTCQB: CHBRF) has forged a partnership with WH Smith PLC (LSE: SMWH) to offer their vape products in WH Smith’s outlets. Approximately 150 WH

San Leon (SLE), the independent oil and gas company focused on Nigeria, announced an update on the Company’s secured $5.0 million loan from funds managed by Toscafund Asset Management LLP. Author

Powerhouse Energy (AIM:PHE), a company pioneering integrated technology that converts non-recyclable waste into low carbon energy, provides the following update on its project for the development of its Technology Centre

Good morning. London’s blue-chip stocks are set to make consistent strides this Monday, but persistent unrest in the Middle East might cap the potential gains. Spread betting firms project a

Harland & Wolff Group Holdings plc (AIM: HARL), the UK quoted company focused on strategic infrastructure projects and physical asset lifecycle management, provides an update on its proposed strategy regarding the ferry build

Metro Bank finalized a critical agreement on Sunday evening to bolster its faltering finances amid swirling rumours about its future prospects. The London-based bank confirmed that it had orchestrated a

The upcoming week begins on a calm note, but there are significant results to watch out for from companies such as easyJet, Hays, Robert Walters, and Pagegroup. Furthermore, the major

The Three Issues Of The Day It is customary to take a nod to the real world at the beginning of the Week in Small Caps, perhaps just to remind

The junior market experienced a rough week, as the AIM All-Share Index fell by 4%, surpassing the 1.8% decline of the FTSE 100 blue-chip index. Traders Cafe with Zak Mir:

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,  AIM Index, Arc,

A video posted on Telegram seems to display the charred remains of a Su-35 aircraft in a field. It’s believed that Russian forces mistakenly shot down one of their top-tier

Metro Bank, a UK-based lender (MTRO.L), has turned down several acquisition proposals from business lending expert Shawbrook, with the latest attempt reported by Sky News to have been in the

This week, U.S. energy companies reduced the operational oil and gas rigs for the third consecutive week, a trend not seen since early September, as noted in the latest report

The junior market experienced a rough week, as the AIM All-Share Index fell by 4%, surpassing the 1.8% decline of the FTSE 100 blue-chip index. In addition to significant losses

Aviva shares surged up to 10% today due to rumours suggesting it might be a takeover target for an overseas buyer. On Friday, the share price of the company climbed

Snapchat’s AI chatbot might face closure in the UK due to concerns raised by the privacy regulator regarding its potential risks to children. The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) pointed

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, Audioboom, Bluejay, Corero,

Oil is set for its most significant weekly decline in 17 months due to concerns about the global economy adjusting to elevated interest rates. Brent crude, the global standard, has

The Russian rouble has declined beyond 101 against the dollar, reaching its lowest point since August due to plummeting oil prices affecting Putin’s administration. Earlier, the rouble hit 101.50 against

Copper prices bounce from May lows as China volumes remain muted on holidays MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Asiamet Resources (ARS LN) – BKM Project update as

This week, Lloyds Banking (LON: LLOY) and NatWest Group (LON: NWG) received inquiries about the possibility of acquiring a part of Metro Bank’s (LON: MTRO) mortgage portfolio, as the latter

Molopo Farms Complex, Botswana – Exploration Update Identification of High-Priority Drill Target   Power Metal Resources PLC (AIM:POW), the AIM listed exploration Company seeking large-scale metal discoveries across its global project portfolio, announces

Canadian Overseas Petroleum Limited and its affiliates (XOP: CSE) & (COPL: LSE), an international oil and gas exploration, production and development company with production and development operations focused in Converse

Asiamet Resources (ARS) updated across various workstreams for the development of the Company’s wholly owned, feasibility stage, BKM copper project located in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. Author @ZaksTradersCafe The financing workstreams with