1. Shell doubles down
Shares in the oil giant traded on the front foot after setting out management’s strategic targets for the next few years.
2. Regulator goes for growth
Over the next five years the City watchdog aims be less risk-averse and pledged to take a "less intensive approach for firms seeking to do the right thing".
3. FTSE 100 enjoys a solid session
London's blue-chip index added almost 26 points to close at 8,663.8, as miners and banks helped drive the day.
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4. Kingfisher is 'not fooling anyone'
The B&Q owner's shares plunged despite it announcing a new £300 million share buyback and claiming the group was "in its best operational shape for years".
5. Tesla sales ho hard in reverse
Sales of Elon Musk's electric vehicle companby in Europe declined significantly at the start of 2025 amid increased competition and political backlash against its CEO.