1. Scottish Mortgage unfazed by tech sell-off
Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust has raised additional funds and history suggests it will invest them efficiently.
2. Shell rues enforced carbon emission targets
In an interview, Shell boss Ben van Beurden described last year’s decision by the court in the Hague as a “body blow” to the company.
3. Pubs welcome back workers
Banks have told their British staff to return to the office after the government lifted its work-from-home guidance, giving hope of a boost to retail and hospitality companies hit hard by remote working.
4. FTSE 100 closes lower - just
FTSE 100 closed just in the red on Thursday as US markets gained ground, with the UK benchmark shedding four points, or 0.06%, to close at 7,585.01.
5. IAG still feeling COVID impact
British Airways owner International Consolidated Airlines Group shares fell on Thursday morning but other travel companies, such as TUI AG, were higher on hopes of a rise in holidays this summer.
Let's take a look at some of tomorrow’s news
UK retail sales numbers are due on Friday, with a fall predicted for last month