Welcome to today’s Five at Five – the EOB snapshot of the five most impactful market stories shaping investor sentiment.
Tesco ups profit guidance as pricing plans outperform expectations
– Britain’s largest supermarket raised its full-year outlook after cost-cutting and pricing initiatives delivered stronger-than-expected trading momentum. Read more …
Peel Hunt flags ‘unprecedented’ wave of UK de-equitisation
– A surge in takeovers and delistings is shrinking London’s equity markets, with mid-cap deal activity at its strongest pace in decades. Read more …
FTSE 100 live: London blue-chips stumble despite Tesco lift
– Gains in retail were offset by broader weakness, leaving the benchmark lagging mainland European rivals after an early rally to new intraday highs. Read more …
Tesla hails delivery record as US demand surges ahead of tax incentive expiry
– The EV maker reported a record quarter, driven by buyers rushing to secure subsidies before new tax rules take effect. Read more …
AuMEGA Metals CEO on major new anomaly at Cape Ray Gold Project
– Sam Pazuki discusses the latest exploration results and next steps for advancing the Canadian gold asset. Watch here …
More small cap news
Hercules PLC (LSE:HERC) expects record full-year results with revenue for the year to end September topping £118 million, about 16% higher than last year. The labour supply group is expanding through acquisitions and supplying workers to projects like Sizewell C and HS2. Read more
ACG Metals Ltd (LSE:ACG, OTC:ACGAF) has agreed new royalty terms at its Gediktepe mine in Turkey. The changes cut near-term gold costs and free cash as production shifts to copper and zinc in 2026. Read more
Gaming Realms PLC (LSE:GMR, OTCQX:PSDMF) has signed a new licensing deal with Light & Wonder. It will create Slingo versions of popular slots 88 Fortunes and Huff N’ More Puff, with an option for more. Read more
Genflow Biosciences PLC (LSE:GENF, OTCQB:GENFF) has raised £340,000 through a share subscription. The cash provides working capital while the company continues its dog study and awaits a regional grant payment. Read more
Wildcat Petroleum (LSE:WCAT) saw shares jump 115% after its stock was restored to trading on the main market. The oil and gas investment vehicle is now listed in the shell company category and targeting upstream projects. Read more
Tertiary Minerals PLC (AIM:TYM, OTC:TTIRF) MD on 'best' silver and copper intersections yet at Mushima North. Watch here