Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 2nd April 2023

According to four sources familiar with the matter, the federal government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) are nearing a deal that would facilitate the resumption of northern

According to a closely followed report released by energy services firm Baker Hughes Co (BKR.O) on Friday, the number of oil and natural gas rigs in the United States was

The non-farm payrolls report, which anticipates the US adding roughly 250,000 jobs in March, is the most significant event of the week, with numerous other US data releases also keeping

Since January, over 100 listings have been documented in China and the US. Prism Global, a financial infrastructure group based in Australia, is preparing for a £200m direct listing on

5 top FTSE AIM stocks with near-term catalysts to watch for Q2 2023 The FTSE AIM market has fallen by 4.4% year-to-date and by 23% over the past year. By

A new company entered AIM this week, and another is expected to be admitted to London’s junior market in the following week. This week, a prominent AIM riser is at

Oil executives and analysts predict that benchmark oil prices will continue to climb this year and surpass the $100 per barrel mark. This comes after much of the losses incurred

With the Bank of England predicted to continue increasing interest rates, the pound has surged and is now recognized as the best-performing currency among developed economies this year. Sterling has

During his visit to Plymouth, Sir Keir Starmer commented on the UK’s recent signing of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), stating that he welcomed any new

Caracal Gold PLC (“the Company”), the expanding East African gold producer with over 1,300,000oz of JORC compliant gold resources, is pleased to announce its unaudited interim results for the six

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, Andrada, Chill, Canadian,

Copper prices pull back despite stronger-than-expected Chinese PMI data MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Arc Minerals* (ARCM LN) – Extension to the exclusivity period Kore Potash* (KP2

Premier African Minerals (PREM.L) announced on Wednesday that it has completed the construction of a lithium processing plant at its Zulu mine in Zimbabwe. The company expects to commence production

Jersey Oil & Gas (AIM: JOG), an independent upstream oil and gas company focused on the UK Continental Shelf region of the North Sea, is pleased to provide an update

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) has been fined US$97.8 million by the Federal Reserve and the Treasury Department for violating US sanctions laws. The bank allowed a foreign institution

UK Oil & Gas PLC (London AIM: UKOG) is pleased to announce that construction of Pinarova-1’s drilling pad and access road has now been completed. Drilling to a total depth

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Powerhouse Energy Group (PHE), a company pioneering integrated technology which

Pantheon Resources plc (“Pantheon” or “the Company”), the AIM-quoted oil and gas exploration and production company with 100% working interests in several conventional projects on the North Slope of Alaska,

Kavango Resources (LSE: KAV) (“Kavango”), Southern Africa focussed metals exploration company, is pleased to announce that it has confirmed an extension of at least 470m to the Mineralised Banded Iron

Donald Trump has made history as the first former president of the United States to be indicted for a crime. A grand jury has voted to indict him over a

In a move aimed at forging stronger economic relationships with new partners post-Brexit, the UK is poised to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), a free-trade

After Drax’s £2 billion carbon capture biomass project was rejected for Track-1 status by Energy Secretary Grant Shapps, the owner of the UK’s largest power station is urgently seeking a

WTI (May) $72.97 -23c, Brent (May) $78.28 -37c, Diff -$5.31 -14c.  Author @mgrahamwood USNG (Apr) $2.03 u/c, UKNG (Apr) 105.5p +0.17p, TTF (Apr) €43.0 -€0.995. Oil price Oil is a

Zak Mir talks to Craig Foster, CEO of Ondo InsurTech, regarding the provider of claims prevention technology for home insurers, and prospects for an ongoing rollout in Europe and 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, Andrada, Celadon, Dekel, eEnergy,

Copper prices climb as falling smelting charges indicate tight supply MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Anglo Asian Mining* (AAZ LN) BUY, 201p – Strategic plan to become

Caracal Gold PLC, the expanding East African gold producer with over 1,300,000oz of JORC compliant gold resources, is pleased to confirm ongoing delivery of high-grade ore from the high-grade zone

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Ajax (AJAX), the UK listed SPAC with a focus

According to a report by the City of London Corporation, the City of London is facing the possibility of losing its status as a leading financial center, as New York

Power Metal Resources PLC (LON:POW) the London listed exploration company seeking large-scale metal discoveries across its global project portfolio is holding its Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) today at 11 am.

Significant milestones reached, well capitalised and positioned for future growth London, UK 30 March 2023 – Poolbeg Pharma Plc (AIM: POLB, OTCQB: POLBF “Poolbeg” or the “Company”) a leading biopharmaceutical

Great Western Mining Corporation PLC (AIM – GWMO, Euronext Growth – 8GW), which is exploring and developing gold, silver and copper targets in Nevada, is pleased to provide the following

The US Senate Finance Committee has accused Credit Suisse of aiding wealthy Americans in concealing their assets from tax authorities, even after a unit of the Swiss bank had pleaded

WTI (May) $73.20 +39c, Brent (May) $78.65 +53c, Diff -$5.45 +14c.  Author @mgrahamwood USNG (Apr) $2.03 -5c, UKNG (Apr) 105.33p +3.3p, TTF (Apr) €43.995 +€2.89.  Oil price Oil was slightly better

Premier African Minerals Limited (“Premier” or the “Company”), is pleased to report on current status at Premier’s Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project (“Zulu”). Plant assembly and construction is complete. Final

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, Berkeley, Caracal,

Metal prices little changed ahead of the US PCE data later in the week MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Aura Energy* (AURA LN) – Enhanced DFS increases

Analysis of Chinese investing strategy in China, and its implications for a possible buyout of PREM. By Charles Archer I have covered Premier African Minerals (LON: PREM) more times than I can count,

GreenRoc Mining plc (AIM: GROC), a company focused on the development of critical mineral projects in Greenland, is pleased to announce that Chief Executive Officer Stefan Bernstein will be presenting

According to a report by a motoring group, despite similar wholesale costs, diesel is being sold at an average of 17 pence more per litre than petrol. The RAC found

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe hVIVO (HVO), (formerly Open Orphan plc) a specialist contract

First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”) the UK metals exploration company seeking large scale metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian land holding is pleased to announce

BEFORE TAX NPV-10 VALUES INCREASED 97% FOR 1P AND 51% FOR 2P RESERVES, 1P AND 2P RESERVE REPLACEMENT RATIO WAS 165% AND 164% RESPECTIVELY CALGARY, March 29, 2023 – Arrow Exploration

hVIVO plc (AIM & Euronext: HVO) , (formerly Open Orphan plc) a rapidly growing specialist contract research organisation (CRO) and world leader in testing infectious and respiratory disease products using

88 Energy Limited (ASX:88E, AIM:88E, OTC:EEENF) ( 88 Energy or the Company ) is pleased to report that the Hickory-1 exploration well is drilling ahead after successfully intersecting the SMD-A,

Operations Update and £3 million Bridge Facility Issue of Equity and TVR · Completion of Well · Coiled Tubing now on-site for operations this week, followed by short testing window

The UK pension Annual Allowance (AA) is to be increased from its current limit of £40,000 per tax year to £60,000 with effect from the 6th of April 2023. This

As part of an investigation into tax fraud and money laundering related to dividend payments, some of France’s largest banks were raided by the country’s financial prosecutor. The institutions being

The executives of Royal Mail have reportedly considered the possibility of placing their struggling postal business into administration due to an ongoing dispute with the Communication Workers Union (CWU). This

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, Ananda, Altitude, Arrow,

M&A activity picks up in lithium and copper Atalaya Mining (ATYM LN) – Environmental permit for Proyecto Masa Valverde. Bluejay Mining* (JAY LN) – Drilling continues to test new targets indicated

5 top FTSE AIM stocks with near-term catalysts to watch for Q2 2023 The FTSE AIM market has fallen by 4.4% year-to-date and by 23% over the past year. By

Mosman Oil and Gas Limited (AIM: MSMN) the oil exploration, development, and production company, advises that it is currently undertaking a review of its corporate structure with the objective to

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Trakm8 Holdings (TRAK), the telematics and data insight provider

In early trading, the online fashion retailer that caters to customers over the age of 55 saw its value double after revealing that it is contemplating a bid approach that

UK Oil & Gas PLC (London AIM: UKOG) is delighted to announce that its subsidiaries UKOG (137/246) Ltd (UKOG 100% interest) and Horse Hill Developments Ltd (“HHDL”, UKOG 77.9% interest)

Union Jack Oil plc (AIM: UJO), a UK focused onshore hydrocarbon production, development and exploration company, is pleased to declare an interim dividend to shareholders. The financial position of Union

According to the government, Scottish Power, British Gas, and Ovo were accountable for 70% of the compulsory installations. In 2022, UK energy companies utilized warrants to forcibly install 94,000 prepayment

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, faces a potential US trading ban for allegedly facilitating accounts associated with Hamas and Russian criminals. The Commodity Future Trading Commission (CFTC) filed a

WTI (May) $69.26 -70c, Brent (May) $74.99 -92c, Diff -$5.73 -22c. Author @mgrahamwood USNG (Apr) $2.21 +6c, UKNG (Apr) 103.0p -2.01p, TTF (Apr) €42.250 -€0.85. Oil price Last week actually

US markets opened higher as a result of the takeover of Silicon Valley Bank, which helped to restore investor confidence following concerns over a possible global financial crisis. The Dow

Commencing the cleanup process, 200 barrels of reservoir fluid, which includes oil, leaked into the water in close proximity to Sandbanks. On Sunday, a significant event was declared following 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, AIQ, Andrada, Inspecs,

Metals hold relatively steady as China government debt climbs on economic support MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below  Alba Mineral Resources (ALBA LN) – Site work at the

According to court filings cited by CNBC, Twitter Inc (NYSE: TWTR) has initiated legal proceedings after portions of the social media site’s computer code were leaked online. On March 24,

This post was written by Zak Mir, a Technical Analyst, Events Host, Presenter, CEO Interviewer and established Market Commentator. Author @ZaksTradersCafe Helium One Global (HE1), the primary helium explorer, announced

Shares of Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited (LSE: GKP) declined c16% during Monday’s early deals, following the company’s announcement that the Iraq-Turkey pipeline, the primary export route from the Kurdistan region

After its sudden collapse earlier this month, a buyer has been found for troubled US regional lender Silicon Valley Bank. First Citizens has agreed to purchase all loans and deposits

France project award for waste-to-RNG plant with Idex Group EQTEC plc (AIM: EQT), a global technology innovator powering distributed, decarbonised, new energy infrastructure through its waste-to-value solutions for hydrogen, biofuels,

Anglo Asian Mining plc (“Anglo Asian” or the “Company”), the AIM listed gold, copper and silver producer primarily focused in Azerbaijan, is pleased to announce that an initial assessment of

Scotgold Resources Limited (AIM: SGZ), Scotland’s first commercial gold producer, announces an operational and corporate update f or its Cononish Gold and Silver Mine in Scotland (“Cononish”). As announced on 19

Union Jack Oil plc (AIM: UJO) a UK focused onshore hydrocarbon production, development and exploration company, is pleased to announce that material landmark net revenues, well in excess of US$14,000,000

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, Alkemy, Ajax, Critical, Global,

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 Echoes Of 2008

On Friday, the Kremlin emphasized the significance of identifying an object found near one of the Nord Stream pipelines and called for a transparent investigation into the pipeline blasts that

According to the largest private metals trader globally, copper prices will reach a record high this year. Chinese demand is expected to rebound, which poses a risk of depleting already

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