1. Buyers flock to buy British companies
Foreign buyers are snapping up British companies at a pace not seen in over two years - proof, if any were needed, that UK assets remain a bargain on the global stage.
2. Bank of England chief's interest rate comments hit pound and lift Footsie
Policymakers signalled further interest rate cuts could be on the cards, provided wage growth continues to ease.
3. BAT: Is smoke still a signal for safety?
British American Tobacco nudged up its full-year guidance only slightly, but this could be a stronger signal that one of the market’s most traditional defensives still has life left in it.
4. FTSE 100 plays sidewinder after BoE rate cut chatter, as defence sector gets Nato boost
London's blue-chip index added just under 13 points to close a tad over 8,787, with defence and housebuilding sector names among the notable movers.
5. Valereum launches regulated subsidiary to bridge traditional finance and digital assets
Valereum Plc's head of markets joined Proactive to share news the company has officially launched its regulated subsidiary to mark the start of commercial operations through its Real-World Asset (RWA) platform.
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