1. FTSE 100 soars
At the close, London's biggest index was on strong footing, gaining 1.7% on the day to finish the week at 7,607 points.
2. Lloyds to axe branches
The latest announcement means 21 Lloyds Bank, 15 Halifax and 17 Bank of Scotland sites will shut their doors for good.
3. Boeing delays first crewed flight of Starliner space capsule
During testing, Boeing engineers identified new issues relating to a faulty parachute system and wire harness tape.
4. Dechra Pharmaceuticals agrees multi-billion pound bid
Dechra said it considered the terms “fair and reasonable” and intends "to recommend unanimously” the proposal to shareholders.
5. Ashington Innovation counts down to London float
Ashington Innovation confirmed its shares will begin trading on the London Stock Exchange on Tuesday 6 June.