Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 20th August 2023

The Golden Goose Author @ZaksTradersCafe There is not a week that goes by when the mainstream media points out the “desperate” moves being made to restore the City’s position amongst

It’s often advised to build when the market is down, and Ondo InsurTech PLC (LSE: ONDO) is a prime example of a company putting this advice into action. Specializing in

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, Ariana, Aminex,

On Friday, Britain issued a warning to its citizens, urging them to exercise caution while travelling to Denmark due to the potential for attacks. This warning follows recent Quran burnings

This week, U.S. energy companies reduced the number of operational oil and natural gas rigs for the sixth consecutive week, according to the closely monitored report from energy services firm

The blue-chip reporting season is winding down, but the upcoming week’s City agenda still features a number of major miners, oil firms, and recruitment companies. Additionally, a new energy price

Fintech firm Glantus Holdings PLC (AIM: GLAN), a UK small-cap, has succumbed to the ongoing trend of take-private offers affecting the junior market. In recent months, Glantus engaged in discussions

The forecast predicts the price cap to decrease to £1,925, yet wholesale gas costs are expected to remain higher than pre-crisis levels. New forecasts revealed that annual household gas and

The FTSE 100 has plunged to its lowest point in nine months, following disappointing retail sales figures released earlier on Friday. This prominent UK stock index dropped significantly, declining as

The European Central Bank (ECB) is gearing up to criticize Italy over its unexpected windfall tax on banks, amidst growing tension between Christine Lagarde, the ECB’s President, and Italian Prime

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, Aminex, Beacon,

US to scrutinise EV battery imports under laws on Chinese forced labour MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Afarak Group Oyj (AFAGR EU) – Interim H1 report as

After Germany’s cabinet greenlit new legislation permitting the recreational use and cultivation of cannabis, predictions have emerged that the rest of Europe, including the UK, may follow suit. The German

Elon Musk’s SpaceX, the pioneering aerospace manufacturer, has reportedly sold its entire Bitcoin holdings, according to a Wall Street Journal report. This decision led to a sharp sell-off that began

Upland Resources Limited (UPL) announced that, through its collaborative discussions with the Petroleum Authority of Brunei Darussalam. Author @ZaksTradersCafe The company has recently been advised that gas was discovered in

Results from Phase 1 Exploration Program at the Kinusi Copper Mine Initial 10 -15Mt Exploration Target Marula Mining (AQSE: MARU) an African focused mining and development company, is pleased to

Upland Resources Limited (LSE: UPL) announced that, through its collaborative discussions with the Petroleum Authority of Brunei Darussalam, the Company has recently been advised that gas was discovered in two previously unknown reservoirs in

Beacon Energy (AIM: BCE), the full-cycle oil and gas company with a portfolio of production, development, appraisal and exploration onshore German assets through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Rhein Petroleum GmbH (“Rhein

Argos Resources Limited (AIM: ARG), provides an update on the proposed disposal of the Company’s PL001 Production Licence interests in the North Falkland Basin to JHI Associates Inc. (“JHI”). On

Analysts from UBS do not anticipate the recent dip in crude oil prices to continue, as they revealed on Thursday. They argue that the current market trends are obscuring a

China is contemplating a retaliatory move in response to the recent surge of US sanctions that limit investments from US venture capital firms in advanced Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) companies.

Michael Burry, Hedge Fund Manager, Places a $1.6 Billion Bet Against Wall Street, Comprising 90% of His Portfolio. The famed investor known as the “Big Short” fund manager, who accurately

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, Artemis, Beacon, EQTEC,

Renmimbi weakens as China trust defaults on property slump MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Atlantic Lithium* (ALL LN) – Piedmont commit to development funding for Ewoyaa lithium

Gold offers multiple investment options, including coins, bars, EFTs, mutual funds, digital gold, and more. Its performance and stability make it a robust asset for building a diverse portfolio, helping

UK stocks commenced the trading day on a weaker note, with the FTSE 100 registering a 0.5% decline in the opening session this morning. This drop was driven by a

The Nascent Helium Market Author @ZaksTradersCafe Helium is a non-substitutable and non-renewable element in terms of its use, largely in the tech space. It cannot be manufactured, and therefore we

EQTEC anticipates approximately €440,000 in revenue from the FEED contract. EQTEC has secured a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for its waste-to-energy technology marketing centre in France, awarded by the

PYX Resources (PYX), the publicly listed zircon producer, announced that it has received the licence for the export of rutile and ilmenite ores from the Indonesian government. Author @ZaksTradersCafe The

Piedmont will cover 70% of the US$185 million expense in exchange for a 50% ownership stake. Atlantic Lithium announced that its partner, Piedmont, is committed to backing the development of

Genel Energy PLC (LSE:GENL, OTC:GEGYY) revealed that DNO, the Norwegian oil and gas operator, has partially resumed operations at the Tawke field. Genel holds a 25% working interest in this

Vladimir Putin is scheduled to convene with top financial officials as the Kremlin contemplates mandating companies to purchase roubles using their foreign earnings in an effort to stabilize Russia’s declining

The deal is signed, and all cards are on the table. Here’s the good, the bad, and the intriguing. by Charles Archer Here we go again. When the original deal between Premier

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are Abingdon, Beacon, Belluscura, Creo, East Imperial, eEnergy, Hummingbird,

China trusts miss more payments intensifying liquidity crisis MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Ariana Resources (AAU LN) – Maintaining gold production guidance as H1 production at Kiziltepe meets

It’s often advised to build when the market is down, and Ondo InsurTech PLC (LSE: ONDO) is a prime example of a company putting this advice into action. Specializing in

Thor Explorations Ltd (TSX-V:THX, AIM:THX, OTC:THXPF) said first assays from drilling on its lithium prospects in southwest Nigeria have recorded significant metal intersections. An initial drilling campaign in the West

ECR Minerals PLC (AIM: ECR) announced that it is focusing intently on high-potential areas as it conducts rock chip sampling at the Lolworth project in Queensland, Australia. The company collected

Hydrogen Utopia (HUI), a company specialising in turning non-recyclable mixed waste plastic into hydrogen and other carbon-free fuels, said that as announced on 21 June 2023, conditional heads of terms

First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”) the UK metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo & Sunbeam land holding is

European gas prices have soared by 18% due to the potential for strike action by workers in Australia, which could cause significant disruptions to global supplies. The energy markets have

Offtake and Prepayment Agreement Premier African Minerals Limited provide a further update on the Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project (“Zulu”), and the agreement reached between Premier and Canmax Technologies Co.,

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, Brave Bison, Cyanconnode,

Ananda Developments Plc (AQSE: ANA), a developer of cannabinoid medicines, has secured the necessary funding to initiate a trial to test the effectiveness of its cannabidiol oil, MRX1, in treating

Metal prices pull back on weaker than expected Chinese economic data MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Amur Minerals* (AMC LN) – Update on cash shell as management

Marula Mining (AQSE: MARU) an African-focused mining and development company, is pleased to announce the appointment and mobilisation to the site of an experienced South African drilling contractor, PDS Africa

Andrada Mining (ATM), the African technology metals mining company, updated on the previously proposed Funding Package with funds managed by Orion Resource Partners announced on 15 September 2022. Author @ZaksTradersCafe

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

Evgen Pharma PLC (AIM: EVG) has revealed the conclusive data from its Phase 1b study, which evaluated the new enteric-coated tablet formulation of its primary drug, SFX-01. The study was

Second Quarter 2023 Williston Basin results; Paradox acreage acquisition; State 36-2 LNW-CC well work continues Zephyr Energy plc (AIM: ZPHR) (OTCQB: ZPHRF), the Rocky Mountain oil and gas company focused

Salistick™, the first ever saliva pregnancy test, to be launched in Tesco York, U.K. 15 August 2023: Abingdon Health plc (AIM: ABDX), is pleased to announce that Tesco will roll

Shares in Manchester United Plc (NYSE: MANU) surged again following speculations that the club might soon conclude its prolonged takeover drama with a potential £7.2 billion agreement, possibly involving Sheikh

Blencowe Resources PLC (LSE: BRES) reported that pilot examinations of graphite samples from its Orom-Cross project in Uganda have indicated the potential for a high-quality, low-contaminant concentrate. Approximately 100 tons

Asian stock markets declined due to troubles faced by China’s premier private real estate developer, raising fresh worries about the stability of the globe’s second-largest economy. Country Garden, the top

China woes deepen as Zhongzhi misses payments on investment products MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Amaroq Minerals (AMRQ LN) – Progress to secure debt funding Blencowe Resources

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, Asiamet, Altitude, Cadence,

Jubilee Metals Group (JLP), a company involved in metals processing with operations in Africa announced the expansion of its executive leadership team in support of its growth strategy with the

Northumbrian Water granted its CEO a 65% bonus hike, even as it landed on Ofwat’s list of the bottom six water firms. Heidi Mottram received a bonus of £215,000, a

The rouble has plunged to its weakest point against the dollar in 16 months, driven by increased Russian military expenditures and a stark drop in export earnings. These factors exacerbate

Premier African Minerals Limited  Result of General Meeting Offtake and Prepayment Agreement Update Premier African Minerals Limited (“Premier” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce that the resolution proposed to shareholders

Helium One Global (AIM: HE1), the primary helium explorer in Tanzania, is pleased to provide an update on progress at its Rukwa (100% Operated) project area ahead of its Phase II

Australia’s upcoming leading gold miners have expressed disinterest in purchasing two facilities anticipated to be listed for sale by Newmont Corp. following its acquisition of Newcrest Mining Ltd. for $19

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, Beximco, BSF, eEnergy,

There was not much good news on either the political or economic front this week, with perhaps the saving grace being that many stock market participants have decided that hiding

There was not much good news on either the political or economic front this week, with perhaps the saving grace being that many stock market participants have decided that hiding

U.S. energy companies reduced the active oil and natural gas rigs for the fifth consecutive week, as reported by Baker Hughes in their recent report on Friday. For the week

Oil prices climbed on Friday, driven by the International Energy Agency’s predictions of unparalleled global demand and shrinking supplies. This surge marked the seventh consecutive week of price gains, the

The blue-chip results season is winding down, but notable companies are still presenting their results from both the US and UK, such as Aviva and L&G in London, and Walmart

The founder of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange, FTX, Sam Bankman-Fried, was incarcerated after his $250m (£197m) bail was rescinded due to accusations of witness tampering. On Friday, a US judge

WTI (Sep) $82.82 -$1.58, Brent (Oct) $86.40 -$1.15, Diff -$3.58 +43c. Author @mgrahamwood USNG (Sep) $2.76 -19c, UKNG (Sep) 93.25p -10.2p, TTF (Sep) €36.67 -€1.15. Oil price After yesterday’s fall,

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,  Asiamet, eEnergy, GCM,

Amid strong consumption in China and other regions, global oil demand has reached an unprecedented level, potentially driving up prices, as per the International Energy Agency (IEA). In June, the

Gold prices hold lower as US Treasuries weaken despite softer inflation MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Celsius Resources* (CLA LN) – Silvercorp sells Celsius shares as management

Mosman Oil and Gas Limited (AIM: MSMN) the oil and gas exploration, development, and production company, announces its production for the year ended 30 June 2023 (“FY23”), and an update

Marula Mining (AQSE: MARU) an African focused mining and development company, is pleased to announce that the Board has approved an approx. ZAR 26 million (approx. US$1.35M) resource drilling exploration and mine planning

Introduction: First Class Metals (FCM) was the first spin off from Power Metals (POW), and like the second one, Golden Metal Resources (GMET), it has got off to a firm

The UK’s economic growth showed a slight uptick in the year’s second quarter, as reported by official data, fueling optimism that the country might evade a downturn amid increasing interest

New Havieron 3D model published Havieron MRE update scheduled for the December 2023 quarter Greatland Gold plc (AIM:GGP) (Greatland or the Company), a leading precious and base metals focused mining