1. Flutter's US wings clipped as Disney moves into gambling
Flutter Entertainment PLC (LSE:FLTR) expected cheers as it announced a first-ever profit for its US sportsbook, FanDuel, but celebrations were overshadowed by Disney, which confirmed the launch of ESPN Bet.
2. Sony looks to PlayStation and Harry Styles to help drive sales
Sony Group Corp (NYSE:SONY) reported strong performances in its gaming and music divisions as its financial arm struggled.
3. TUI expects €25m hit from Rhodes wildfires
TUI AG (LSE:TUI) swung back to a profit in the third quarter but said devastating wildfires in the Greek island would dent full-year earnings.
4. FTSE 100 jumps by 60 points at 7,587
The blue-chip index closed up 60 points at 7,587
5. Britain's water suppliers facing £800 million sewage lawsuit
Six of the UK's largest water utility firms are facing a class-action lawsuit over allegations of underreporting sewage discharges into rivers and oceans.