1. Persimmon, Berkeley among 8 housebuilders hit with new competition probe
The Competition and Markets Authority said it suspected that most of the big housebuilders are sharing commercially sensitive information which could be influencing how fast sites are built out and the prices of new homes.
2. Wincanton confirms GXO Logistics as potential bidder
GXO will soon receive a deadline from the takeover Panel to clarify its position on Wincanton.
3. Ryanair boss warns of price hikes after Boeing order delays
This stems from production issues at Boeing's Spirit Fuselage facility in Wichita, Kansas, and subsequent hold-ups in Seattle, which have led to Ryanair expecting to receive fewer aircraft than initially planned between October and December.
4. FTSE 100 live: stocks pare losses
Elsewhere, US stocks have opened slightly higher.
5. BYD unveils $233,000 'Ferrari killer' electric supercar
Coming with a $230,000 price tag, BYD claims the Yangwang U9 can go from 0-60 miles in 2.36 seconds, making it faster than the Porsche 911 Turbo S and Lamborghini Revuelto.