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Mining mega-deal lifts the FTSE

Updates on world markets and companies news

Rio Tinto and Glencore in $200bn merger talks

Talks over copper-focused FTSE 100 megadeal come after Glencore touted its growth prospects last month

Add this property developer to your watchlist

Simon Thompson: Its market cap is almost fully backed by net cash, but markets need to improve to drive a re-rating

Aim reforms look to boost IPOs

The London Stock Exchange eased rules for new members of the junior market as listings rose at the end of 2025

An industrial specialist on track to repeat past glories

The managers behind this company are looking to double shareholder returns within three to five years

Buy into growth and buybacks with this bargain airline

The company is ahead of most rivals when it comes to margins and is planning smart acquisitions to entice shareholders

The complete guide to diversifying your portfolio

We look at how to get the balance right between risk and returns, and whether bonds and gold are still up for the job

Tesco grabs market share – but at what cost?

Trading update: The grocer’s actions have been designed to appeal to the UK’s increasingly price-conscious shoppers

This manufacturer is getting ready to re-rate

Simon Thompson: The company has returned to profit and reports robust trading across all its divisions

Business (and the share price) is booming for this small cap

Simon Thompson: With a move into profit this year looking secure, the fundamental investment case is strong