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AA may yet receive offer despite deteriorating prospects

The roadside assistance group has produced a decent showing at the half-year mark, though it appears private equity interest may be waning - at least, for the time being

Diageo improves outlook as US demand rises

The drinks giant is staring to see a gradual recovery in many of its chief markets

Shaftesbury cans dividend and extends support for tenants

The West End landlord remains cautious in the face of new government restrictions

Aviation holds up, but Smiths still unsure on prospects

The engineering conglomerate has decided to fund the delayed interim dividend of 11p

NS&I saving rates slashed

The state-owned savings bank has taken an axe to savings rates

HSBC falls in with bad company – again

Global banking is in the dock again over further issues of financial probity

Lessons from history: adapting to a changing energy mix

Whatever the fate of the US fracking industry, the oilfield services sector will need to evolve to remain viable – early signs are encouraging

Anglo Pacific maintains quarterly rate

The group's coal royalties have fallen along with industrial demand

Hunting all at sea, apart from Subsea

It was never likely to be a positive half for the oilfield equipment supplier

Hummingbird yet to be affected by Mali coup

The gold miner has progressed on the operational front, though external issues could impact logistics