The FTSE 100 is up so far today, ahead of plenty of potentially market-moving news this week that includes US inflation figures on Tuesday as well as interest rate calls by the Fed and European Central Bank.
The CBI has predicted this morning that the UK could escape 2023 without falling into recession, forecasting growth of 0.4% for the year.
Turning to equities now, Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group has started the week by acquiring a 18.9% stake in online electricals retailer AO World, as part of a strategic partnership.
Hotel chain Travelodge is set to be put up for sale by US Hedge Fund GoldenTree for £1.2bn, amid strong demand for affordable accommodation.
CVC Advisors Ltd has pulled out of a bid to buy payment solutions provider Network International, leaving Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM.A) as the last potential buyer.
And with the small caps, shares in Guild Esports jumped after it announced a new partnership with Fanatec to operate high-tech racing simulators at its London headquarters.