1. FTSE 100 surges back on US inflation read
Footsie recovered a lot of lost ground as rate cut hopes reignite
2. UK economy flatlines as rain dampens Sunak's spirits even more
An exceptionally wet month ruined the numbers said the Office for National Statistics (ONS),
3. Legal & General down 5% as new CEO's reset underwhelms
António Simões was expected to take a more aggressive approach with his revamp of the insurer.
4. Rentokil shares surge as Nelson Peltz builds stake
The billionaire fund manager and activist investor has bought into the pest control company.
5. Starling Bank "very committed" to London IPO, says boss
Listing has been a focus for discussions in board meetings and with shareholders
In the small-cap space:
URA Holdings appoints an auction partner for Gravelotte emeralds