1. FTSE 100 scores more new highs
London's blue chips closed 40.38 points higher at 8,354.05, another record closing high having also set a record intraday high of 8,365.
2. AstraZeneca jumps on covid vaccine withdrawal
There is a "surplus of available updated vaccines", AZ said, having admitted previously its version can cause a rare side effect.
3. John Wood Group turns down Sidara takeover offer
Sidara's offer valued the group at over £1.4 billion, or 205p per share.
4. BrewDog boss James Watt steps down after 17 years
Watt sidestepped the numerous controversies that have blighted his stint as head hipster beer honcho.
5. Losses, debt pile up for Boohoo
Cash inflow was minimal at £100,000, significantly reduced from the previous year's inflow of £130.9 million.
And in the small-cap space:
AFC Energy partners with Illuming as it ramps up fuel cell plate production