February 26, 2026

Tungsten’s structural reset signals opportunity across the critical minerals chain

A structurally tighter market and strategic demand are strengthening the long term investment case for tungsten across the supply chain...

Gold back in focus as 2026 price projections reshape portfolio strategy

Gold’s renewed strength amid trade and geopolitical uncertainty has prompted JPMorgan to project a potential rise to 6,300 dollars per ounce by the end of 2026, reinforcing its role in diversified portfolios...

Energy markets gain support as diplomatic engagement sharpens supply focus

Oil markets are firming as constructive US Iran diplomacy and coordinated supply management sharpen the focus on medium term positioning within the energy sector...

Avation reports H1 FY2026 results with higher operating profit and reduced net debt

Avation PLC reported unaudited results for the six months ended 31 December 2025, with revenue of US$56.0 million and operating profit rising to US$29.3 million. Net indebtedness fell by US$61.5 million to US$542.7 million, while net asset value per share increased to £2.74...

WPP launches ‘Elevate28’ plan to simplify structure and restore growth

WPP has unveiled ‘Elevate28’, a multi-year strategy to transition to a single integrated company built around four operating units and its AI-driven WPP Open platform...

Derwent London agrees £110.5m sale of 90 Whitfield Street to Lone Star

Derwent London has exchanged contracts to sell 90 Whitfield Street, W1, to Lone Star Real Estate for £110.5m, reflecting a 5.0% net initial yield and a capital value of around £1,100 per sq ft. Completion is scheduled for August 2026, with proceeds to be reinvested into higher-returning projects and capital expenditure...

Howden Joinery Group reports 4.1% revenue growth and £345m PBT for 2025

Howdens delivered revenue of £2.4bn in 2025, up 4.1%, with profit before tax rising 5.1% to £344.9m. Gross margins improved to 62.7%, supported by efficiency savings and market share gains in the UK and international growth of 13.5%...

Hikma Pharmaceuticals delivers 2025 revenue growth in line with guidance

Hikma achieved 6% core revenue growth and maintained resilient margins in 2025, supported by strong Branded and Hikma Rx performance. The company outlined a cautious 2026 outlook, leadership changes, a 5% dividend increase, and a $250 million share buyback programme...

Rolls-Royce lifts mid-term targets after strong 2025 performance

Rolls-Royce Holdings plc delivered £3.5bn in underlying operating profit and £3.3bn in free cash flow for 2025, upgraded its 2028 guidance, and announced a £7bn–£9bn share buyback through 2028...

Avingtrans Plc Building Momentum in Nuclear and Medical Imaging as Margins Surge (Video)

Avingtrans delivered improved margins and earnings in the first half, supported by stronger aftermarket activity and disciplined debt control. While revenue was flat year-on-year, management expects the usual second-half weighting to return, aided by nuclear contracts and rising data centre cooling demand. With Adaptix now FDA approved and US distributors appointed, medical imaging enters a critical commercial phase alongside growing exposure to AI-driven nuclear build-out...

Chesnara Plc: A positive expansion in Benelux

Chesnara’s acquisition of Scottish Widows Europe broadens its geographic reach into Luxembourg and adds €1.7bn of AuA. The transaction is expected to generate €250m in future cash, supports long-term value growth, and leaves 2026 forecasts and dividend expectations intact...

Drax reports 2025 results with record renewable generation and lower net debt

Drax Group reported record renewable generation in 2025, supplying 6% of UK power, alongside adjusted EBITDA of £947m and a 7% increase in adjusted EPS to 137.7p...
Search

Funds

Interviews

Tungsten’s structural reset signals opportunity across the critical minerals chain

A structurally tighter market and strategic demand are strengthening the long term investment case for tungsten across the supply chain...

Gold back in focus as 2026 price projections reshape portfolio strategy

Gold’s renewed strength amid trade and geopolitical uncertainty has prompted JPMorgan to project a potential rise to 6,300 dollars per ounce by the end of 2026, reinforcing its role in diversified portfolios...

Energy markets gain support as diplomatic engagement sharpens supply focus

Oil markets are firming as constructive US Iran diplomacy and coordinated supply management sharpen the focus on medium term positioning within the energy sector...

Avation reports H1 FY2026 results with higher operating profit and reduced net debt

Avation PLC reported unaudited results for the six months ended 31 December 2025, with revenue of US$56.0 million and operating profit rising to US$29.3 million. Net indebtedness fell by US$61.5 million to US$542.7 million, while net asset value per share increased to £2.74...

WPP launches ‘Elevate28’ plan to simplify structure and restore growth

WPP has unveiled ‘Elevate28’, a multi-year strategy to transition to a single integrated company built around four operating units and its AI-driven WPP Open platform...

Derwent London agrees £110.5m sale of 90 Whitfield Street to Lone Star

Derwent London has exchanged contracts to sell 90 Whitfield Street, W1, to Lone Star Real Estate for £110.5m, reflecting a 5.0% net initial yield and a capital value of around £1,100 per sq ft. Completion is scheduled for August 2026, with proceeds to be reinvested into higher-returning projects and capital expenditure...

Howden Joinery Group reports 4.1% revenue growth and £345m PBT for 2025

Howdens delivered revenue of £2.4bn in 2025, up 4.1%, with profit before tax rising 5.1% to £344.9m. Gross margins improved to 62.7%, supported by efficiency savings and market share gains in the UK and international growth of 13.5%...

Hikma Pharmaceuticals delivers 2025 revenue growth in line with guidance

Hikma achieved 6% core revenue growth and maintained resilient margins in 2025, supported by strong Branded and Hikma Rx performance. The company outlined a cautious 2026 outlook, leadership changes, a 5% dividend increase, and a $250 million share buyback programme...

Rolls-Royce lifts mid-term targets after strong 2025 performance

Rolls-Royce Holdings plc delivered £3.5bn in underlying operating profit and £3.3bn in free cash flow for 2025, upgraded its 2028 guidance, and announced a £7bn–£9bn share buyback through 2028...

Avingtrans Plc Building Momentum in Nuclear and Medical Imaging as Margins Surge (Video)

Avingtrans delivered improved margins and earnings in the first half, supported by stronger aftermarket activity and disciplined debt control. While revenue was flat year-on-year, management expects the usual second-half weighting to return, aided by nuclear contracts and rising data centre cooling demand. With Adaptix now FDA approved and US distributors appointed, medical imaging enters a critical commercial phase alongside growing exposure to AI-driven nuclear build-out...

Chesnara Plc: A positive expansion in Benelux

Chesnara’s acquisition of Scottish Widows Europe broadens its geographic reach into Luxembourg and adds €1.7bn of AuA. The transaction is expected to generate €250m in future cash, supports long-term value growth, and leaves 2026 forecasts and dividend expectations intact...

Drax reports 2025 results with record renewable generation and lower net debt

Drax Group reported record renewable generation in 2025, supplying 6% of UK power, alongside adjusted EBITDA of £947m and a 7% increase in adjusted EPS to 137.7p...
Search

Funds

February 26, 2026

FTSE 100

Funds