1. Metro Bank shares tank on news of emergency fundraise
Some £600 million is reportedly being sought from investors to fortify its beleaguered balance sheet.
2. London rental prices rise to yet another record
Roughly 25 people enquired about each property in Britain between July and September, prompting rental prices higher.
3. FTSE 100 closes in the green but off highs
At the close London's leading index was up 39.09 points, 0.5%, at 7,451.54 while the FTSE 250 was up 107.08 points, 0.6%, at 17,599.98
4. Imperial Brands backs outlook despite looming rule changes
A new £1.1 billion share buyback was launched, but no mention came of Rishi Sunak's plan to crack down on vaping and smoking.
5. Barclays to lay off senior investment bankers
A total of 300 roles are set to face the axe, according to reports, of which a large proportion will be those of senior dealmakers.