Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 29th March 2026

Avacta Group has raised £10 million through an oversubscribed placing and subscription, issuing 15.87 million new shares at 63p, a discount of approximately 9.4% to the previous closing price. The

The AIM All-Share slipped slightly on the week and is now down around 7% year-to-date, underlining the pressure on smaller companies. In contrast, the FTSE 100 closed the week at

For most investors, the Strait of Hormuz is associated almost exclusively with oil. Roughly a fifth of the world’s petroleum trade moves through that narrow channel between Iran and Oman,

This has been another difficult week for markets, adding to what has already been a challenging month as we approach quarter-end next week. Sentiment across Bitcoin and broader risk assets

When this publication last covered Premier African Minerals (AIM: PREM), the investment case had already shifted from growth to survival. The flotation plant at Zulu had become the central variable,

US stocks have dropped to their lowest levels since August, as rising geopolitical tensions and higher oil prices weigh on investor sentiment. The S&P 500 fell around 0.8% to 6,426,

Moody’s Ratings has assigned Freedom Bank Kazakhstan long-term deposit ratings of Ba3 with a stable outlook. The bank’s baseline credit assessment is set at b1 and has been upgraded by one notch

The FTSE 100 closed the week at 9,967, slipping just 5 points (-0.05%) on the day, but still finishing slightly higher over the week. Investor sentiment remained cautious, with markets

WTI (May) $94.48 +$4.16, Brent (May) $108.01 +$5.79, Diff -$13.53 +$1.63. USNG (Apr) $3.00 +5c, UKNG (Apr) 140.50p +5.97p, TTF (Apr) €56.20 +€2.075. Author @mgrahamwood Oil price Oil has rallied

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,

Clinical stage oncology company joins AIM Coiled Therapeutics plc (AIM: COIL), previously called Roquefort Therapeutics plc, is pleased to announce, in conjunction and simultaneously with the completion of the acquisition

Gold holds new level despite wider risk-off market volatility MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below 80 Mile Plc* (80M LN) –– Greenland Energy Company starts trading in the

ImmuPharma PLC (IMM), the specialist drug discovery and development company,  provided an update on its auto-immune technology platform program, P140. IMM said “The receipt of the first Combined Search and Examination

ImmuPharma PLC is stepping up efforts to secure a licensing deal for its P140 autoimmune platform, with discussions underway with multiple potential partners under confidentiality agreements. The company recently showcased

UK mortgage rates have climbed sharply again, reaching their highest levels in over 19 months as global uncertainty pushes up borrowing costs. According to Moneyfacts data, the average two-year fixed

Avacta Group plc has raised £10 million through an oversubscribed placing and subscription, highlighting strong investor demand. The new shares were issued at 63p each, with directors Richard Hughes and

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80 Mile PLC has announced that its partner, Greenland Energy Company (GLND), has begun trading on NASDAQ following the acquisition of Greenland Exploration Limited. The company retains a 30% interest

Fermi Exploration: Exploration Update; East Hawkrock Drilling Power Metal Resources plc (AIM: POW, OTCQB: POWMF) is pleased to announce the commencement of the maiden drill programme on the East Hawkrock

London stocks are expected to open higher on Friday, supported by signs of easing tensions between the US and Iran. Futures indicate the FTSE 100 to a gain of around

Helium is already officially recognised as a critical raw material in Canada, UK and the European Union. Canada includes helium on its national critical minerals list, while the EU’s Critical

Zak Mir talks to Alexander Selegenev, Executive Director, TMT Investments, in the wake of the venture capital company investing in high-growth technology companies, announcing its audited final results for the

UK fuel prices have surged again, with diesel reaching its highest level since Christmas 2022 amid the ongoing Iran-driven energy shock. According to the RAC, diesel is now averaging 177.66p

The United Kingdom faces a sharp economic slowdown as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive energy prices to levels not seen in recent years. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation

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,

Donald Trump has warned Iran to respond to a US ceasefire proposal “before it’s too late”, escalating pressure for a deal to end the conflict. The US president repeated claims

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Next (NXT) reported strong full-year growth, with revenue for the 52 weeks to January 31 rising to GBP6.90 billion from GBP6.12 billion a year prior, and pretax profit increasing to GBP1.19

Gold eases as market watches for reescalation in Iran as Putin bans gold exports from Russia MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Kodal Minerals* (KOD LN)– BUY, target

Kendrick Resources PLC (LON: KEN) has begun drilling at its Kieshöhe project in Namibia, marking a step forward in its rare earth exploration strategy. The company is also sourcing a

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Guardian Metal Resources plc (LON: GMET, OTCQX:GMTLF, NYSE A:GMTL) has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jake Mather as Chief Financial Officer, effective March 26, 2026. Mather brings over

First Class Metals PLC has confirmed the results of its retail fundraising, with strong investor demand leading to an upsized raise. The company secured £400,000 through its WRAP retail offer,

Financial Report – Half-Year Ended 31 December 2025 GEO Exploration Limited (AIM: GEO) announces its financial results for the half year ended 31 December 2025. Highlights Corporate: · GEO continued

Helium One Global Ltd (AIM: HE1) has raised £3.5 million through an institutional placing, alongside a potential £1 million retail offer, to advance its US helium operations as it moves

Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF), a primary helium company, is pleased to announce that Thomas Abraham-James, Pulsar’s President and CEO, and Cliff Cain, Manager of Commercial

London stocks are expected to open slightly lower on Thursday, with rising oil prices and ongoing Middle East tensions weighing on sentiment. Futures suggest the FTSE 100 will open around

In today’s volatile financial environment, investors are constantly seeking safe and reliable assets to protect and grow their wealth. Precious metals, particularly silver, have become increasingly popular due to their

Kodal Minerals plc has clarified that a reported increase in resources at its Bougouni Lithium Project remains unverified and preliminary. The update follows a 2025 performance report from partner Hainan

Europe faces an imminent energy supply crisis as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East escalate, according to Wael Sawan, chief executive of Shell. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz

RC Drilling Commences to Advance High Grade Elizabeth Hill Silver Project Alien Metals Limited (AIM: UFO), a minerals exploration and development company, is pleased to advise that its joint venture

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,

Gold rebounds on signs of easing tensions in the Middle East, central bank buying continues MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Andina Copper (ANDC CN) – Copper-Molybdenum system

The Times: Oil has fallen and equity markets have rallied in volatile early trading, after reports that President Trump sent a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran, through Pakistan, late last night.

Oil falls and Asian markets rally on Iran peace hopes Oil prices dropped sharply and Asian stocks rallied after Donald Trump unveiled a 15-point plan aimed at ending the Iran

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Jubilee Metals Group PLC has reported strong Phase 1 drilling results from its Molefe copper mine in Zambia, confirming both continuity and expansion of near-surface mineralisation. Drilling has extended the

Mendell Helium plc has announced progress in its US operations, with subsidiary M3 Helium Corporation agreeing to recomplete the Schneweis well in Kansas in partnership with Ritchie Exploration. The plan

Premier African Minerals Limited (“Premier” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an interim update on the ongoing progress at the Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project (“Zulu Lithium”). Highlights: ·

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Rachel Reeves has indicated that future energy support will be targeted, suggesting middle-income households may miss out as the government responds to the fallout from the Iran conflict. Speaking in

Fuel costs continue to rise across the UK, with diesel seeing the sharpest increases since the start of the Middle East conflict. According to RAC Fuel Watch, diesel prices have

Farmers across Britain are beginning to feel the impact of the global energy crunch, with diesel supplies tightening and rationing emerging in some areas. Wholesalers of red diesel—the lower-tax fuel

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

Great Southern Copper plc (LON: GSCU), the company focused on copper-gold-silver exploration in Chile, is pleased to announce that Greenwood Capital Partners, has published a research note on the Company,

Copper firms higher as Chinese inventories slide on renewed buying interest MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Fulcrum Metals (FMET LN) – Completion of auger drilling at Ontario

Alliance News: US President Donald Trump said he had “very good” talks with an unidentified Iranian official after abruptly shelving plans for fresh attacks, even as Israel vowed to continue strikes

The United Kingdom faces a significant deterioration in energy security as domestic oil and gas production declines under current government policy. A new report from Offshore Energy UK (OEUK) projects

Appointment of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Marula Mining PLC (AQSE: MARU A2X: MAR) an African focused mining and development company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kevin

Greatland Resources Limited has disclosed that Van Eck Associates Corporation has built a significant stake in the company through its ETF holdings. The asset manager now controls 5.93% of voting

Neo Energy Metals plc has provided an operational update highlighting steady progress across its South African uranium assets, led by the New Beisa Project. New Beisa Complex Executive Management is

Fulcrum reports multi-element assay results from auger drilling programme at Teck Hughes Fulcrum Metals plc (AIM: FMET), a company pioneering the use of innovative cyanide-free technologies to recover precious and

London stocks are expected to open little changed on Tuesday, as investors balance signs of potential de-escalation against ongoing risks in energy markets. Futures indicate the FTSE 100 will open

The escalating confrontation between the US and Iran has brought global markets to a pivotal moment, with risks extending far beyond geopolitics. Tensions peaked on March 22 after Donald Trump

In this StockBox interview, Nick Tulloch, Chief Executive of Mendell Helium, joins us from the Rost site near Fort Dodge, Kansas, where the company is preparing to drill its next

Oil prices tumbled and stocks rebounded after Donald Trump signalled progress in talks with Iran. Brent crude slumped 14% to $96 a barrel, having traded as high as $114 earlier

UK drivers are facing another hit at the pumps, with fuel prices climbing sharply amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East. According to the RAC, the average price of petrol

UK mortgage rates have surged to their highest levels in two years as the Middle East conflict reshapes expectations for interest rates. The average five-year fixed rate has risen 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,

Gold slumps as global bond market slumps on renewed inflation concerns from energy costs MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Aterian plc* (ATN LN) – Rwanda business starts

Shares in First Class Metals PLC fell sharply after the company unveiled revised funding to accelerate drilling at its Sunbeam Gold Project in Ontario. The stock dropped 14% to 1.6p,

UK government proposals to increase onshore wind capacity European Green Transition plc (AIM: EGT), a company focused on acquiring, integrating and optimising revenue-generating and profitable services businesses in the critical

Quantum Helium Limited (QHE) reported steady oil production and revenue generation from its Sagebrush Project for the 2025 calendar year in which it holds a 90% working interest. Total gross oil

Hamak Strategy Limited (LSE: HAMA / OTCQB: HASTF) a company combining traditional gold exploration in West Africa with a Digital Asset Treasury Management strategy, announces that it has signed a

Vault Ventures PLC Appoints Former NatWest Executive Gordon Merrylees to Strengthen UK Banking Deployment of Post-Quantum Strategy Vault Ventures PLC (AQSE: VULT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gordon

Scout RC Drilling Results Extend Mineralisation 1.5km along strike at Cerro Negro High-grade silver-base metal mineralisation intersected in all holes Great Southern Copper plc (LSE: GSCU), the company focused on

Asian markets plunge as Trump threats escalate tensions Asian stocks tumbled after renewed warnings from Donald Trump dashed hopes of a near-term de-escalation in the Iran conflict. Japan’s Nikkei 225

Head Of Capital Markets Appointment, Purchase and Cancellation of Deferred Shares and Total Voting Rights The Smarter Web Company (LSE: SWC | OTCQB: TSWCF | FRA: 3M8) is pleased to

Strong 2025 Oil Production at Sagebrush Generates US$617k Revenue Quantum Helium Limited (AIM: QHE) is pleased to report steady oil production and revenue generation from its Sagebrush Project for the 2025

London stocks are expected to open sharply lower on Monday after fresh tensions between the US and Iran rattled global markets and pushed oil prices higher. Futures data suggest the

UK stocks extended their losses on Friday.  The FTSE 100 extended its losses, falling 1.44% on the day to close 145 points lower at 9,918. Leaving the index around 9%

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,

Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz remains open, but warned that access will be restricted for countries linked to its “enemies”. Ali Mousavi, Tehran’s representative to the International Maritime

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Britain’s largest investment platform has entered ISA season facing mounting criticism, with fee changes, strong competition and a system outage denting confidence. Hargreaves Lansdown has been under scrutiny since rolling

The conventional wisdom surrounding gold as a reliable hedge against economic uncertainty has been thoroughly tested and found wanting in recent weeks. Since the United States and Israel launched military

Zak Mir talks to Howard White, Chairman Hydrogen Utopia, in the wake of a report in the Financial Times, regarding airlines scrambling to source aviation fuel. Hydrogen Utopia and the

Four weeks ago this publication examined the sharp repricing that had taken place in First Class Metals plc (LSE: FCM) and the structural forces that had shaped it. That piece

The collapse of BrewDog’s equity crowdfunding scheme represents a cautionary tale for retail investors participating in private company share offerings. James Watt, founder of the Scottish craft brewery, has publicly