The FTSE 100 ended the week with a gain of 0.28%. Leading the rise was Standard Chartered, which saw an increase of 4.85%, and Rightmove, which went up by 1.85%. On the downside, St James’s Place, an investment company, experienced the largest drop, falling by 2.96%, with Admiral, an insurance company, following with a decline of 1.40%.
In contrast, the FTSE 250 experienced a decrease of 0.44%. The top performer was biotech company PureTech Health, soaring by 11.55%, and TBC Bank, based in Georgia, rising by 3.21%. The largest decline was seen by Domino’s Pizza, which fell by 4.25%, and WAG Payment Solutions, which dropped by 4.13%.
| Premier African Minerals (AIM:PREM) Was This George Roach’s Last Interview Before Production?
Welcome to the latest video on Premier African Minerals where I look at the George Roach interview of 23rd February. Is this the last interview before production commences? https://biztech-academy.com/ Subscribe |
| Pantheon Resources (AIM:PANR) Post AGM Investor Presentation Analysis
On January 24th 2024 Pantheon Resources PLC held a post-AGM investor presentation, providing insights into their ongoing projects and future plans. Here’s a breakdown of some key highlights from the discussion: |
| Share Talk Weekly Energy Sector News Round-Up, Saturday 24th February 2024
Oil prices appeared set to break a two-week streak of gains following comments from US Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, who advocated for postponing interest rate reductions for at least |
| EVs being forced on drivers, says Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has criticized British and European governments for aggressively promoting electric vehicles (EVs) to consumers. As he introduces a new electric 4×4 with a supplementary petrol engine, the |
| Share Talk Weekly Small Cap Movers & Shakers, Saturday 24th February 2024
The FTSE 100 ended the week with a gain of 0.28%. Leading the rise was Standard Chartered, which saw an increase of 4.85%, and Rightmove, which went up by 1.85%. |
| BizTech Academy and Zaks Traders Café video podcast, Saturday 24th February 2024
Welcome to Weekend Markets and this week it’s the Week 8 of 2024. In this weekly video podcast, the BizTech Academy and Zaks Traders Café take a light-hearted look at |
| Plans to Combat Fraud Involve Scrutiny of Bank Accounts for Millions of Pensioners
The government is considering granting itself the authority to review pensioners’ bank accounts as part of new measures to prevent benefit fraud. This proposal, which is a part of the |
| Germany becomes ninth country to authorize the recreational use of cannabis.
Today, Germany marked its entry as the ninth nation to authorize the recreational use of cannabis. This development followed the Bundestag’s enactment of legislation permitting individuals and voluntary groups to |
| The crisis in China’s property sector intensifies as Moody’s pulls back its credit ratings.
The property sector crisis in China intensified as Moody’s unexpectedly withdrew credit ratings from several prominent companies. Today, the credit rating agency abruptly removed ratings for 11 Chinese firms, undermining |
| Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Friday 23rd February 2024
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, Avacta, Arrow, |
| SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Friday 23rd February 2023
Elliott’s new >$1bn venture into mining positions fund for upturn MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Empire Metals* (EEE LN) – Gindalbie sidelined as Management focuses on Pitfield |
| Gas prices return to levels seen before the energy crisis.
Wholesale gas prices have returned to levels not seen since before the onset of supply constraints by Vladimir Putin, indicating a shift in Europe’s energy crisis situation. The Dutch front-month |
| RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: CORO, AST, CRCL, IRON & EEE
Coro Energy (CORO), the South East Asian energy company, announced that the gas price and volume allocation for the Mako field project in the Duyung PSC has been approved by the |
| Empyrean Energy PLC (AIM:EME) Ministerial Approval of Mako Gas Price
Empyrean Energy plc an oil and gas announced that Conrad Asia Energy Ltd (“Conrad”), the primary operator and 76.5% stakeholder of the Mako Gas Field in the Duyung Production Sharing |
| Kavango Resources (LON:KAV) ZIM: Hillside IP Surveys & Nara Drilling
Kavango Resources plc (LSE: KAV), the Southern Africa focussed metals explorer, is pleased to announce that it has commenced ground Induced Polarisation (“IP”) surveys over four of its Hillside Gold |
| UK Energy bills to fall by £238 a year
From April, average household energy bills are set to decrease by £238 annually, following new limits set by regulators on energy suppliers. Ofgem, the regulatory authority, has announced a reduction |
| What happened overnight – All of Wall Street’s main stock indexes hit record highs
Asian shares climbed following a day of record highs in Japanese, US and European markets fuelled by Nvidia’s mammoth results. Shanghai, Sydney, Seoul, Taipei, Wellington and Mumbai, as well as |
| Mercedes-Benz chief pledges to continue manufacturing gasoline vehicles into the 2030s.
The head of Mercedes-Benz, a leading German automotive manufacturer, has announced that the company will continue producing gasoline cars well into the 2030s. This statement marks a shift from its |
| UK Energy Costs Expected to Decrease Significantly in Ofgem’s Recent Cap Announcement
Energy tariffs are anticipated to decrease by up to 15% starting in April due to a reduction in wholesale prices. Ofgem, the regulatory authority, is expected to announce this adjustment |
| Greatland Gold PLC (AIM:GGP) Newmont Annual Reserves & Resources Statement
Greatland Gold plc (AIM: GGP) notes the annual releases made today by Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM), Greatland’s joint venture partner in the Havieron gold-copper project. Overview As part of its |
| SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Thursday 22nd February 2023
China EV price war sparked by BYD announcements MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Anglo American (AAL LN) – Weaker commodity prices hit 2023 results Ariana Resources (AAU |
| Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Thursday 22nd February 2024
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, Ethereum, Gold, Pound/Dollar, |
| Powerhouse Energy Gp (AIM:PHE) Framework Agreement with National Hydrogen
Framework Agreement with National Hydrogen of Australia Powerhouse Energy Group plc (AIM: PHE), a company pioneering integrated technology that converts non-recyclable waste into low carbon energy, announces the signing of an initial |
| RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: POLB, ANGS, BEN, 88E, GSCU, MET1, IQAI, TM1 & PHE
Poolbeg Pharma (POLB), a biopharmaceutical company, announced that it has received notification that on 21 February 2024, Jeremy Skillington, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, purchased 154,764 ordinary shares at a |
| 88 Energy Limited – Namibian PEL93 Working Interest Transfer Approved
88 Energy Ltd (listed on AIM, ASX, and OTC as 88E, EEENF respectively) has announced its expansion and diversification plans, following approval for its initial investment in Namibia. The company |
| Bens Creek Group PLC (AIM:BEN) Appointment of CEO for Bens Creek Operations LLC
Bens Creek Group plc (AIM: BEN), the owner of a metallurgical coal mine in North America supplying the steel industry, is pleased to announce that Chris Walker has been appointed |
| Angus Energy PLC (AIM:ANGS) £20 million Financing Facility drawn down
£20 million Financing Facility drawn down £4.5 million Senior Debt facility repaid £6m Bridge facility repaid Funds secured for investment in Saltfleetby Field to expand production Planned restoration of oil production from Brockham |
| Japan’s stock market shatters a 35-year record amid a surge in AI-driven growth.
Japan’s key stock index soared to a new high, eclipsing a peak last reached 35 years ago, driven by better-than-expected earnings from tech behemoth Nvidia, which ignited a frenzy for |
| Poolbeg Pharma PLC (AIM:POLB) Director/PDMR Shareholding
22 February 2024 – Poolbeg Pharma (AIM: POLB, OTCQB: POLBF), a biopharmaceutical company focussed on the development and commercialisation of innovative medicines targeting diseases with a high unmet medical need, announces that it has received |
| Concerns over inflation rise with a 3p increase in petrol prices
In just three weeks, petrol prices have surged by 3p, sparking inflation worries for the Chancellor ahead of next month’s Budget announcement, according to recent data. Unleaded fuel prices have |
| Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Wednesday 21st February 2024
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, Ethereum, Gold, Arcontech, |
| SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Wednesday 21st February 2023
US DLA to compete with China SRB on refilling stockpiles of cobalt and critical metals MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below First Au Ltd (FAU AU) – Acquisition |
| Heathrow Airport achieves profitability for the first time since the pandemic
Heathrow Airport has achieved profitability for the first time since the onset of the pandemic, signaling a broader revival in the travel sector. In the last year, Europe’s most frequented |
| Zinnwald Lithium PLC (LON:ZNWD, OTC:ZNWLF) 445% Increase in Mineral Resource Estimate
Shares of Zinnwald Lithium PLC (LON: ZNWD, OTC: ZNWLF) surged over 40% on Wednesday morning following the announcement of a significantly increased resource estimate for its eastern Germany project. 2024 |
| BT Tower to be Converted into Hotel Following Sale for £275 Million
The BT Tower, a prominent feature of London’s skyline, has been purchased from the telecommunications giant by MCR Hotels for £275 million. BT announced that this transaction ensures the continued |
| RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: STX, CSSG, POW, TOM, FDBK, EPP & ONDO
Shield Therapeutics (STX), a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company, announced topline results for Q4 2023 and provides an unaudited trading update for the year ended 31 December 2023. Author @ZaksTradersCafe STX said the |
| Power Metal Resources (AIM:POW) anticipates a positive trend in the exploration industry.
Power Metal has observed indications that the downturn in the mineral resource exploration sector, particularly in gold and uranium, is showing signs of improvement, with prices in these areas experiencing |
| Ondo InsurTech PLC (AIM:ONDO) Contract announcement
Selective Insurance Group sign contract to offer LeakBot to eligible Homeowner Policyholders in the United States Ondo InsurTech Plc (LSE: ONDO), the London-listed leader in water damage claims prevention technology for home |
| UK Takes Strict Action Against Russian Hackers Responsible for Royal Mail Cyberattack
The UK’s National Crime Agency, in a joint effort with the FBI and other global law enforcement agencies, has launched a successful operation against Lockbit, a hacking group with Russian |
| UK recession may be over already, suggests governor of the Bank of England
Andrew Bailey has sparked optimism by suggesting that the UK’s minor recession might have already concluded, citing clear indications of economic recovery. Speaking to Members of Parliament, the Bank of |
| Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Tuesday 20th February 2024
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, Arrow, Vinanz, Belluscura, |
| SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Tuesday 20th February 2023
China rate cut to stimulate new demand and support housing market MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Anglesey Mining (AYM LN) – Further drilling result from Parys Mountain |
| China reduces interest rates to stimulate struggling real estate market.
There is increasing analysis regarding the People’s Bank of China’s decision to lower interest rates, aimed at revitalizing the nation’s real estate market and overall economy following a lackluster year. |
| Barclays announces a £2 billion cost-reduction revamp.
Barclays has announced a strategy to reduce costs by £2 billion across its operations over the next two years, aiming to enhance profitability. The bank’s Chief Executive, CS Venkatakrishnan, commonly |
| RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: VLRM, KIST, PRD, EXR, NGHT, ATN & AXL
Valereum (AQSE: VLRM), the Gibraltar technology group, announced strategic initiatives and developments for 2024 to 2025. Author @ZaksTradersCafe The Company is planning a full suite of innovative solutions that combine proprietary |
| Predator O&G Hldgs (LON:PRD) Phase 1 Rigless Testing Update
Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc (LSE: PRD), the Jersey based Oil and Gas Company with near-term operations focussed on Morocco and Trinidad, provides an update on its Phase 1 |
| Arrow Exploration (AIM:AXL) CN-4 and CN-5 Results
Ubaque formation at Carrizales Norte continues to exceed expectations CALGARY, February 20, 2024 – Arrow Exploration Corp. (AIM: AXL; TSXV: AXL) the high-growth operator with a portfolio of assets across |
| Neo Energy Metals (LON:NEO) Secondary Listing on A2X Proprietary Limited
Demonstrates commitment to local stakeholders and support for South Africa’s capital markets Neo Energy Metals plc, the near term, low-cost uranium developer advancing the Henkries Uranium Project (‘Henkries’ or the ‘Project’) in |
| The surge in Bitcoin’s value is driving the cryptocurrency market towards a nearly two-trillion dollar valuation
Over the weekend, Bitcoin (BTC) maintained a stable position above $50,000, despite experiencing a 2.5% decline against the US dollar on Saturday. However, it regained these losses on Sunday and |
| Poolbeg Pharma PLC (AIM:POLB) Director Share Purchase
Poolbeg Pharma (AIM: POLB, OTCQB: POLBF), a biopharmaceutical company focussed on the development and commercialisation of innovative medicines targeting diseases with a high unmet medical need, announces that it has received notification on |
| Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Monday 19th February 2024
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, Energy Pathways, |
| SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Monday 19th February 2023
Lithium stocks rally on rumours CATL is closing a major lepidolite mine MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Alara Resources (AUQ AU) – Progress on Copper Project Commissioning |
| The week of 19th-23rd Feb 2024- Markets range-bound and waiting for a trigger!
Ever heard of the Theory of Reflexivity? “Traders make money by following a perceived trend (prevailing bias). Markets react to participants expectations and those perceptions influence prices, tending to validate |
| 88 Energy Limited (ASX:88E, AIM:88E, OTC:EEENF) Hickory-1 Flow Test Imminent
Hickory-1 Flow Test Imminent – Final Preparations Underway Highlights · Construction of the Hickory-1 ice pad and rig commissioning completed. · Final preparations for the flow test advancing, with the completion |
| UK House prices rise for first time in six months
For the first time since July, asking prices for homes on the market have risen, driven by declining mortgage rates and growing market confidence. Rightmove reports that the average price |
| Currys turns down a £700 million undervalued bid from a US activist investor.
Currys has officially declined a £700 million acquisition offer from Elliott Advisors, stating that it greatly undervalues the company. Elliott, based in the US, proposed 62p per share, a 32% |
| RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: WCAT, ORCP, URAH, REE, COBR, KEFI & GDR
Wildcat (WCAT) announced that it has passed a due diligence process conducted by the South Sudanese Ministry of Petroleum (MOP). Author @ZaksTradersCafe This process included the evaluation of the Company’s technical |
| Santander announces a £4.7 billion windfall for shareholders.
Santander has revealed its intention to distribute €5.5 billion (£4.7 billion) to its shareholders, following a year of unprecedented profits driven by rising interest rates. Owned by the Spanish conglomerate |
| Wildcat Petroleum (LON:WCAT) Wildcat receives approval from the South Sudan MOP
Wildcat receives TOP LEVEL approval from the South Sudanese Ministry of Petroleum (“MOP”) Wildcat is pleased to announce that it has passed a due diligence process conducted by the South |
| Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Weekend Edition, Sunday 18th February 2024
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, Biome, Beeks, |
| Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 18th February 2024
The FTSE 100 ended the week with a 1.5% increase. Leading the gains was NatWest, which saw its shares climb 7.09% following the confirmation of its new chief executive. Close |
| Trader’s Café With Zak Mir: The Week In Small Caps, Sunday 18th February 2024
It took a lot of effort, but the Bank of England’s fiscal policy has finally got the UK into a recession in the last quarter of 2023. This is great |
| Share Talk Weekly Mining Sector News Round-Up, Sunday 18th February 2024
Amaroq Minerals, listed on the London AIM, TSX in Canada, and NASDAQ in Iceland, completed a fundraising round, exceeding their initial target. They conducted roadshows in Iceland and London, attracting |
| Premier African Minerals (AIM:PREM) A Review of the George Roach Interview
Welcome to the latest video on Premier African Minerals where I look at the George Roach interview on 16th February. Possibly the last interview before an announcement of production commencing? |
| Why do some CEOs remain silent as the share price tanks?
There’s often reasons you are not party to — and nobody wants to be kept in the dark. On the other hand, some boards are clearly a bit lazy. by Charles |
| Amaroq Minerals (AIM, TSX-V, NASDAQ Iceland: AMRQ) Edward Wyvill Interview
Amaroq Minerals, listed on the London AIM, TSX in Canada, and NASDAQ in Iceland, completed a fundraising round, exceeding their initial target. They conducted roadshows in Iceland and London, attracting |
| Share Talk Weekly Energy Sector News Round-Up, Saturday 17th February 2024
On Friday, oil prices closed on a higher note, driven up by escalating tensions in the Middle East which overshadowed the International Energy Agency’s prediction of a slowdown in demand. |
| BizTech Academy and Zaks Traders Café video podcast, Saturday 17th February 2024
Welcome to Weekend Markets and this week it’s the Week 7 of 2024. In this weekly video podcast, the BizTech Academy and Zaks Traders Café take a light-hearted look at |
| Share Talk Weekly Small Cap Movers & Shakers, Saturday 17th February 2024
The FTSE 100 ended the week with a 1.5% increase. Leading the gains was NatWest, which saw its shares climb 7.09% following the confirmation of its new chief executive. Close |
| Honduras Outlaws Cryptocurrency Transactions
Honduras’ financial regulatory authority has prohibited the nation’s banks and financial institutions from engaging in transactions involving cryptocurrencies and similar virtual assets. This decision, outlined in a recently announced resolution, |
| UK energy bills for households expected to reach a two-year low
Analysts predict a significant decrease in household energy bills, with an expected £293 annual reduction starting in April, following the implementation of the next Ofgem price cap. Cornwall Insight, a |
| Marula Mining Plc – Expansion to Marula’s Executive Management Team
Marula Mining (AQSE: MARU), an African focused mining and development company, is pleased to announce that the Company has appointed Ms. Jana van Wyk, as a General Manager of its |
| Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Friday 16th February 2024
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, Avacta, Audioboom, |

