1. Crypto sees major inflows for fourth week
A surge in bitcoin digital asset inflows comes off the back on bullish bitcoin spot prices over the past month.
2. ITV wise to pull out of Gogglebox deal
ITV’s decision to no longer explore a deal for Gogglebox producer All3Media “makes sense” according to analysts at Citigroup.
3. Richemont feels the pinch as luxury items falter
Exclusive Swiss retailer and owner of Cartier watches Richemont is the latest luxury large cap to feel the pinch.
4. Haleon ‘excellent choice’ to commercialise Futura’s erectile dysfunction treatment
Under the deal, Haleon will be responsible for all investments and activities related to the launch and marketing of the product in the US, while Futura will provide ongoing technical support for over-the-counter product development and commercialisation opportunities.
5. FTSE 100 lower at the close as mining stocks weigh on index
London's blue chip index had reversed course at the close to finish around 28 points lower at 7,406 for a 0.4% loss on the day.