1. easyJet profits fly as passengers take to the skies
The budget airline said its performance for the six months to 31 March 2023 had improved by more than £120mln with continued growth in the second quarter.
2. Lloyds is Citi's preferred UK banking pick
Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LSE:LLOY) is Citi's favoured UK bank after reviewing the sector ahead of first-quarter numbers.
3. Ovo slams UK energy market greenwashing
“It’s time to expose our industry’s dirty secret and face some hard truths,” Ovo chief executive Raman Bhatia said on Tuesday.
4. FTSE 100 holds gains
The FTSE 100 held above the 7,900 mark, finishing the day 0.4% higher at 7,909.
5. SpaceX pushes Starship launch date to Thursday
This uncrewed test flight will be the first ever for Starship in its 'fully stacked' configuration, which at 119 metres is taller than the Statue of Liberty.