1. Unilever flies under the radar
It could have been worse. That appears to be the verdict on the first quarter performance of Unilever PLC (LSE:ULVR). The fact is, expectations were set so low ahead of the earnings print that it would have taken a particularly lithe limbo dancer to come in under the bar. In other news, the consumer goods giant's ice cream spin-off remains on schedule.
2. Dull day for the Footsie
At the very last, the blue-chip index slithered out of red and into the green - but only just.
3. Untangling the Alphabetti spaghetti
If you are hanging around, then take a look at our cut-out-and-keep explainer of the upcoming quarterlies from Alphabet, Google's parent company, which reports after the Wall Street home-time bell sounds.
4. North Sea explainer
Cavendish research director James McCormack talked with Proactive about the UK North Sea oil and gas sector and the far-reaching consequences of the Energy Profits Levy (EPL).
5. Pick of the small-caps
Rome Resources Plc's (AIM:RMR) shares shot up 18% following news that it is about to restart drilling in the DRC.
More small-caps
Sunda Energy PLC (AIM:SNDA) - Investment and drilling plans
Gem Resources PLC (LSE:GEMR) - Emerald sale success
Chill Brands Group PLC (LSE:CHLL, OTCQB:CHBRF) - Back in the game and looking to innovate