1. FTSE 100 escapes worst as market sell-off deepens on new Trump tariff threat
The London index was down 1.4% at one stage but trimmed its losses in half, with global markets plunging as Donald Trump suggested he will apply tariffs to all countries.
2. Wood Group plunges as review finds 'material' holes in accounts, false information used in audits
Shares plummeted 37% as the oil engineer warned that results will have to be delayed and its shares are likely to be suspended while adjustments are made to its accounts for the past two years and first half of 2024.
3. Gold - always believe in your fundamentals
The price of gold romped to a new all-time high on Monday, and analysts can see the yellow metal going higher in certain circumstances.
4. Virgin Atlantic returns to profit after eight years - but warns on lower US sales
The transatlantic airline broke back into the black but warned that ticket sales for those flying from the US to Europe and the UK have started to ebb in recent weeks, sending shares in rival BA's parent IAG lower on Monday.
5. Itaconix eyes profitability after resetting business
Among the day's small caps, Itaconix said it entered 2025 on a firm footing, saying it now has a more profitable client base and is trading in line with expectations following a year of reshaping the business.