Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 26th March 2023

On March 26th, the clocks will spring forward, resulting in longer evenings but darker mornings due to Daylight Savings Time, also known as British Summer Time. As the weather becomes

American prosecutors are set to investigate the services provided by banks to clients with connections to the Kremlin. Credit Suisse and UBS are reportedly being investigated by US authorities over

According to the closely watched report released by energy services company Baker Hughes on Friday, U.S. energy firms added oil and natural gas rigs for the second consecutive week. This

Following the signing of Rishi Sunak’s Brexit deal, Brussels has lifted its veto on a banking agreement between the UK and the EU. The European Commission had previously prevented an

Next week, the UK government is expected to offer windfall tax relief to its oil and gas companies. This move aims to boost investments and enhance the country’s energy security,

WTI (May) $69.96 -94c, Brent (May) $75.91 -78c, Diff -$5.95 +16c.  Author @mgrahamwood USNG (Apr) $2.15 -2c, UKNG (Apr) 105.01p +5.07p, TTF (Apr) €43.1 +€2.62. Oil price Oil is now

Today, in the midst of the recent banking turmoil, the US Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen, will chair an impromptu meeting with the leaders of America’s financial regulatory bodies. The gathering

According to S&P Market Intelligence data, the cost of credit default swaps for Deutsche Bank – Germany’s largest bank – hit a four-year high today. This comes as shares 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, Angus, Arrow, Genedrive,

Gold tests $2,000/oz level on credit crunch concerns MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below  Atlantic Lithium* (ALL LN) – Directors take advantage of share price pull back after

The National Audit Office has released a report stating that the government’s Covid business support programme in England has only recovered 1% of the estimated £1.1bn lost due to fraud

Touchstone Exploration Inc (AIM: TXP, TSX: TXP, OTC: PBEGF) has announced an increase in sales and a decrease in debt in the year ending on December 31, 2022, with a

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Drumz (DRUM) said that its investee company, Acuity Risk

The Governor of the Bank of England cautioned that businesses could worsen inflation by persisting with price hikes. Andrew Bailey warned that if “all prices try to beat inflation,” interest

Savannah Energy PLC, the British independent energy company focused around the delivery of Projects that Matter, notes the Decree issued by the President of the Republic of Chad dated 23

Parliament has declared that TikTok will be blocked from “all parliamentary devices and the wider parliamentary network” due to cyber security concerns. Meanwhile, the chief executive of the Chinese-owned short

US regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has sent a Wells Notice to Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ: COIN), a cryptocurrency exchange listed on Nasdaq. Analysts have interpreted this as

As predicted, the Bank of England has raised its interest rates to 4.25pc, with a 25 basis point increase. The hike was approved by a majority of 7-2 in 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,  Arc, Eden, Future,

Metals prices rise as US dollar weakens after Fed 25bp rise MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below  Atlantic Lithium* (ALL LN) – Martin Ayisi, CEO Minerals Commission Ghana

Major analysts have suggested that due to China’s recovery from years of Covid lockdowns, the price of oil may rise to nearly $90 a barrel this year. In a report

In the wake of the MRX Global acquisition, and what this means for the medical cannabis group MRX has invented a proprietary method to formulate cannabis medicines, the first of

Marula Mining (AQSE: MARU), an African focused mining and development company, is pleased to announce continued progress is being made on its intention to seek Admission of its ordinary shares

Amigo Loans is set to close after being informed that raising additional capital in the current market is unlikely. The Bournemouth-based guaranteed loan provider has been dealing with mis-selling claims

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Galileo Resources (GLR) said that exploration over the Kamativi

UK Oil & Gas PLC (London AIM: UKOG)  is pleased to announce that a new Competent Person’s Report (“CPR”) has been completed on the Horndean field (UKOG 10% non-operated interest) by Dallas,

Empire Metals Limited (LON: EEE), the AIM-quoted resource exploration and development company, is pleased to announce that the Company’s maiden drill programme is scheduled to commence by 31 March at the Pitfield Copper Project

ECR Minerals plc (LON: ECR), the exploration and development company focused on gold in Australia, is pleased to announce updated gold results from the stream sampling campaign at the Lolworth

Highlights · Hickory-1 surface hole successfully drilled to 3,570 feet, cased and BOP system tested successfully. · Operations progressing with Nordic Calista’s Rig-2 now preparing to drill ahead. 88 Energy

Centrica, the owner of British Gas, has announced that its CEO, Chris O’Shea, will receive bonuses totalling £3.7 million after the company achieved record profits in 2022. O’Shea, who declined

The Bank of England’s decision to raise interest rates this week seems certain as markets react to the unexpected surge in inflation last month. As of this morning, traders have

According to anonymous sources, Newmont Corporation has been granted partial access to the corporate records of Newcrest Mining Ltd, its Australian rival. This could indicate that the US-based company is

A research vessel named Petrel has capsized in a dry dock in Leith, Edinburgh, causing injuries to 25 people. Emergency services, including police, ambulances, and fire services were summoned to

Gold holds ground as market awaits Fed reaction to banking crisis MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below  Atalaya Mining (ATYM LN) – Looking to higher production and lower

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, Critical, Eurasia, Evgen,

Hellenic Dynamics Plc (LSE: HELD) has inked a five-year deal with ELGO-DIMITRA, an Institute of Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources located in Greece, to collaborate on research and projects. ELGO-DIMITRA

In the past year, the company’s net cash holding increased by a factor of five. Genel Energy PLC (LSE: GENL, OTC: GEGYY) experienced a five-fold increase in net cash, reaching

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Oberon Investments (OBE) has hired Phil Smeaton to join

Audioboom (AIM: BOOM), the leading global podcast company, will continue its strategic alliance with Formula 1® through 2025, partnering on the production, distribution and monetisation of Formula 1’s official podcasts

In February, UK inflation exceeded expectations by rising to 10.4% from 10.1% in January, defying predictions of a decrease to 9.9%. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that the

Blackbird plc (AIM: BIRD, OTCQX: BBRDF), the technology licensor, developer and seller of the multi award-winning cloud-native video editing platform, Blackbird , announces its audited full year results for the

RCE-4 producing from the C7-A and the C7 Stringer CALGARY, March 22, 2023 – Arrow Exploration Corp. (AIM: AXL; TSXV: AXL) (“Arrow” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an

22 March 2023 – Falcon Oil & Gas Ltd. (TSXV: FO, AIM: FOG) is pleased to announce the successful completion of a 25-stage stimulation programme at the Amungee NW-2H (“A2H”)

According to the US Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen, the recent turmoil in the world’s financial system can be attributed to “contagious bank runs”. Yellen clarified that this situation is different

On Thursday, the Bank of England (BoE) policymakers will make a crucial decision on whether to increase or maintain the current interest rates. It is difficult to predict the outcome,

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, Caracal, Clontarf, Dekel,

UBS’s wedding to Credit Suisse — with Thomas Jordan holding the shotgun — puts the nail in the coffin of investing certainty. By Charles Archer As a long-term investor, I’m

Powerhouse Energy Group PLC (AIM: PHE) has announced that it has entered into Heads of Terms (HoT) with Hydrogen Utopia International PLC (LSE: HUI, OTCQB: HUIPF) regarding the creation of

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas (ECO), the oil and

Eco Atlantic Proposed Offshore Exploration in Block 3B/4B Orange Basin Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas Ltd. (AIM: ECO, TSX ‐ V: EOG) , the oil and gas exploration company focused

Asian markets experienced a rebound overnight from the previous day’s downturn, as concerns about another financial crisis eased and lenders were lifted. The panic that had characterized trading over the

United Oil & Gas PLC (AIM: “UOG”), the full-cycle oil and gas company with a portfolio of production, development, exploration and appraisal assets is pleased to announce an update on

Caracal Gold PLC, the expanding East African gold producer with over 1,300,000oz of JORC compliant gold resources, is pleased to announce the discovery of a new high-grade zone above the

On Tuesday, gold prices saw a slight increase as investors eagerly anticipate the Federal Reserve policy meeting. The expectation is that the US central bank will ease its monetary policy

Pantheon Resources plc (“Pantheon” or “the Company”), the AIM-quoted oil and gas company with a 100% working interest in all of its oil projects spanning c. 153,000 acres adjacent and

WTI (Apr) $66.74 -$1.61, Brent (May) -$72.97, Diff -$6.20 15c.  Author @mgrahamwood USNG (Apr) $2.33 -18c, UKNG (Apr) 103.5p -5.69p, TTF (Apr) €40.25 -€4.35. Oil price  A bad week as

Pantheon Resources PLC (AIM: PANR, OTC: PTHRF) has shared additional information ahead of a webinar today, stating that a Wood MacKenzie report described its Theta West as the fourth-biggest discovery

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, Argo Blockchain, Altona,

Award and Registration of Land Lease for Green Hydrogen Project Oracle Power PLC (AIM: ORCP), a developer of green hydrogen production through its joint venture (“JV”) Oracle Energy Limited (“Oracle

Oil and gas operators in the North Sea have been cautioned about the possibility of an overwhelming wave of industrial turmoil after workers voted in favour of a strike over

Due to the recent banking crises in the US and Europe, gold prices have exceeded $2,000 per ounce for the first time in over a year. The surge in the

Ariana Resources plc (“Ariana” or “the Company”), the AIM-listed mineral exploration and development company with gold mining interests in Europe, is pleased to announce that Dr. Kerim Sener and Michael

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Reabold Resources (RBD), the oil & gas investing company, announced

Abingdon Health’s CDMO service to support Senzo in leveraging its innovative, high-accuracy Amplified Lateral Flow (ALF) point-of-care diagnostics platform technology across multiple product opportunities Senzo Health Limited (London, UK) (“Senzo”)

Genedrive ® MT-RNR1 to commence roll out in Greater Manchester Project to follow NICE final recomendations scheduled for end of this month genedrive plc (AIM:GDR), the point of care molecular

Zephyr Energy plc (AIM: ZPHR) (OTCQB: ZPHRF), the Rocky Mountain oil and gas company focused on responsible resource development and carbon-neutral operations, is pleased to provide an update on operations

Pantheon Resources plc (“Pantheon” or “the Company”), the AIM-quoted oil and gas company with a 100% working interest in all of its oil projects spanning c. 153,000 acres adjacent and

As per the Financial Times report on Sunday, UBS (UBSG.S) has raised its offer to more than $2 billion to acquire the Swiss banking behemoth Credit Suisse (CSGN.S). The move

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, Altyn, Anamda, Bidstack,

Now that it has been established how necessary the Lockdown was, one can appreciate being allowed out in the open air even more than before. Author @ZaksTradersCafe When you add

In an effort to prevent the spread of instability following the industry’s most tumultuous week since the 2008 financial crisis, the Bank of England has instructed British lenders to disclose

Good morning investors, and welcome to my very first newsletter on Substack. I have been motivated to start this weekly transmission for a few reasons. By Charles Archer Primarily, I

On Friday, Bitcoin achieved its highest level in nine months, as cryptocurrency traders moved their investments away from banks and became more receptive to quickly changing interest rate forecasts. The

In an effort to prevent the spread of instability following the industry’s most tumultuous week since the 2008 financial crisis, the Bank of England has instructed British lenders to disclose

Sources have reported that UBS AG (UBSG.S) is considering the acquisition of Credit Suisse (CSGN.S), its struggling Swiss counterpart, in an effort to prevent the ongoing crisis at the bank

Brent crude futures closed at $72.97 a barrel, down by $1.73, or 2.3%. Meanwhile, U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude decreased by $1.61, or 2.4%, to $66.74. Both benchmarks were down by over $3

According to Baker Hughes Co, a provider of energy services, there has been a significant increase in natural gas rigs by U.S. energy companies this week, marking the highest increase

During a tumultuous week in the market, it was inevitable that some small-cap companies would suffer losses, particularly those in the natural resources sector. Yet it was the banking sector

During a week of turbulent market conditions, natural resources companies in the small-cap category were among the ones to suffer losses. On Friday, Predator Oil & Gas Holdings PLC (LSE:

The reopening of nickel trading during Asian trading hours by the London Metal Exchange (LME) has been postponed due to the discovery of irregularities in nine nickel contracts. These nine

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, Argo Blockchain, Asiamet,

The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has forecasted that the UK economy, apart from Russia, will be the sole industrialised country to shrink in 2023, even though increasing

According to the safety regulator, inadequate operations and training were factors that led to an accident resulting in the death of two workers. The two who were killed were brothers

As part of an effort to curb energy costs, wind farm operators will no longer be allowed to retain excessive profits through a revision of subsidy regulations. The government has

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Tremor International (TRMR), an advertising technology platform, announced that

Tekcapital Plc (AIM: TEK), (OTCQB: TEKCF), the UK intellectual property investment group focused on transforming university technologies into valuable products that can improve people’s lives, is pleased to provide a

IOG plc (“IOG”, or the “Company”), (AIM: IOG.L) announces details of options granted over 30,934,200 1p ordinary shares in the Company (“Ordinary Shares”) to incentivise long-term performance (“2023 LTIP Options”)

Over 1,000 employees of the Passport Office, spread across England, Scotland, and Wales, are set to embark on a five-week-long strike over issues surrounding their jobs, pay, and working conditions.

Credit Suisse’s recent troubles have led to its first lawsuit by US investors, who claim that the bank exaggerated its financial prospects to shareholders. The Swiss lender’s shares fell by

The deal comprises three components, namely a pay rise of approximately 5%, along with two separate one-time payments – a 2% bonus and a 4% Covid payment. The UK government

A flash blog today, I’m on the Morocco summit Webinar with ONHYM this afternoon and the Hurricane deal will take some working out… Author @mgrahamwood Genel Energy Genel today updates

Pantheon Resources plc, the AIM-quoted oil company with 100% working interest in approximately 153,000 acres located adjacent to transportation and pipeline infrastructure on State Land on the Alaska North Slope.

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,  Celadon, Conroy, Caracal, Evgen,

Wildcat is pleased to announce that it has, via a Letter of Intent and subject to due diligence and final agreement, signalled its intent to purchase for a nominal fee,

Total development at Havieron surpasses 1,850m Drilling intercepts significant zones of gold and copper mineralisation Greatland Gold plc (AIM: GGP) is pleased to provide an exploration and development update for Havieron,

OKYO Pharma Ltd (LSE: OKYO, NASDAQ: OKYO) announced that the ClinicalTrials.gov public website (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT05759208) now includes information about its trial that assesses the safety and effectiveness of OK-101

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe OKYO Pharma (OKYO), a bio-pharmaceutical company, announced that its

Inspirit (LON: INSP), the waste heat recovery technology and decarbonisation engineering solutions company, is pleased to provide the following operational update on the Inspirit Charger that has been designed for

Hurricane Energy plc (“Hurricane”) by Prax Exploration & Production PLC (“Prax”) to be effected by means of a Scheme of Arrangement under Part 26 of the Companies Act 2006 Summary

Union Jack Oil plc (AIM: UJO) a UK focused onshore hydrocarbon production, development and exploration company is pleased to provide an update on operations at the Wressle oilfield presented by