1. FTSE 100 scrapes yet another high
London's blue chips scored yet another intraday high on Monday, but finished lower at 8,147
2. Tesla soars on tentative approval for self-driving tech in China
“This trip will be significant for Tesla and Musk further strengthening its EV footprint within the Chinese market at a pivotal time," analysts said.
3. AstraZeneca admits Covid vaccine can cause rare side effect
AstraZeneca’s acknowledgement comes as it faces a class action lawsuit over injuries claimed to be linked to the vaccine.
4. NatWest, Nationwide and Santander increase mortgage rates
The banks joined the growing number of peers to lift rates in recent weeks as optimism around base interest cuts fades.
5. Hipgnosis agrees to higher bid from Blackstone
The offer from Blackstone puts a US$1.57 billion value on music Hipgnosis.
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Ondo InsurTech’s US LeakBot rollout beating expectations
One Media iP sees revenue climb as software investment continues