London’s FTSE 100 was up a fairly modest 20 points on Wednesday, and it was a quite quiet day for the blue-chips – but, it wasn’t all tumbleweeds …
Here, we take a look at five of the day’s top stories.
[1] Are we headed for a summertime buying opportunity?
It’s been a stormy start to summer on the markets. Trade tensions are once again flaring, with US President Donald Trump ratcheting up tariffs on steel and aluminium, sending a shiver through global equity markets.
China has promised a firm response, while courts in Washington bicker over whether the tariffs are even legal. No surprise, then, that investors have turned cautious.
Yet, dig a little deeper and a different picture emerges. Read on to find out why a unique buying opportunity could be setting up …
[2] Greatland Gold provides a roadmap to growth
Greatland Gold PLC (AIM:GGP, OTC:GRLGF), now valued at close to £2 billion, has given investors a snapshot view of its growth plans.
It makes fascinating reading, bringing together its latest plans, while painting an optimistic long-term picture. Read on to dig into the detail …
[3] London’s mid-cap bargain hunt continues
Which of the London Stock Exchange listed mid-caps is the next to find itself in predatory crosshairs? Read on to find out more …
[4] Iron ore: is it staying stronger for longer?
Iron ore prices have defied expectations in 2025, staying stubbornly above $100 a tonne. Read on to find out what one blue-chip City analyst reckons is driving the market …
[5] AFC rockets on significant new pairing
AFC Energy PLC (AIM:AFC, OTC:AFGYF) told investors it has signed a Joint Development Agreement with ‘a global industrial company listed in the S&P 500’. In London, AFC shares rocketed more than 40% on the news.
The identity of the partner remains confidential, nevertheless, AFC said the two companies will collaborate to develop ammonia crackers for hydrogen production using AFC Energy’s proprietary technology. Read on to see why this is so important for the small-cap firm …