1. GSK may finally be worthy of reappraisal after solid start to 2025
Shares rose almsot 4%, adding £2.6 billion to the market value of the drugmaker as it delivered better first-quarter results than expected and reiterated full-year guidance, which analysts said showed signs worthy of a reappraisal.
2. Barclays profits beat expectations as investment bank thrives in volatile market
The lender's quarterly profits beat forecasts – not just due to a strong showing from its investment bank, which impressed analysts.
3. FTSE fights to set record winning run
The London benchmark had an up-and-down day, finally ending just over 31.4 points higher at 8,494.85 to extend its winning run to 13 days, apparently the longest ever.
4. Royal Mail takeover signed and sealed by shareholders
The postal operator will pass into private hands for the first time in its 500-year old history.
5. M&S warns of 'limited availability' as cyber attack wears on
Trouble for the retailer rumbles on as its cyber attack almost two weeks ago has led to product availability becoming limited in some stores.