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28 May 2026, 07:45 UTC · 1h ago
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The UK government is reportedly blocking Indian billionaire Sunil Bharti Mittal from increasing his stake in BT. — This limits a potential major shareholder's ability to increase ownership, creating uncertainty around corporate governance and capital injection for BT.
-0.60IQE reported wider full-year pre-tax losses of £37 million and an 18% revenue decline, though it completed an £81 million fundraising with Macom. — Significant operational deterioration and widening losses weigh heavily on the company's valuation despite the strategic capital injection.
-0.40Johnson Matthey is acquiring US catalyst manufacturer Cormetech for an initial $360 million, expected to be EPS accretive. — Earnings-accretive acquisitions typically support share price growth by improving future profitability.
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Computacenter acquired Government Acquisitions Inc for $63 million, granting it its first foothold in the US federal sector. — Market expansion into a high-barrier sector and strengthening the Nvidia relationship provides a long-term growth catalyst.
+0.30Precious metals miners such as Fresnillo and Endeavour are trading lower following a retreat in gold and silver prices. — Direct correlation between commodity spot prices and the equity value of mining companies.
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Reached a new all-time high following a strategic acquisition providing entry into the US federal sector.
Shares fell following reports that the government may block an increase in stake by Sunil Bharti Mittal.
Announced an accretive acquisition of Cormetech to boost earnings per share.
Share price is down 3.5%.
Share price is down between 1.8% and 2.8%.
Share price is down between 1.8% and 2.8%.
Share price is down between 1.8% and 2.8%.
Mentioned as a key vendor strengthening its relationship with Computacenter via a new acquisition.
Reported wider losses but showed improved second-half trading and secured strategic investment from Macom.
Took a strategic stake in IQE, aligning with AI infrastructure growth.
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