Iran Continued Author @ZaksTradersCafe Perhaps the most consoling aspect of the Iran conflict as far as the London stock market was concerned this week was the way that the FTSE

The United States carried out a major overnight operation against Iranian military assets on Kharg Island, striking more than 90 targets in a large-scale precision attack. According to the United

The United Kingdom faces a significant energy cost crisis for businesses as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to exert upward pressure on global commodity prices. Energy Secretary Ed

The United States has initiated a significant military deployment to the Middle East, dispatching the USS Tripoli carrier group with 5,000 sailors and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit to address

Petrol station operators have pushed back against accusations of profiteering after ministers criticised rising fuel prices. The Petrol Retailers Association said recent comments from Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband about

Fears are growing that the UK could slide into recession after the outbreak of war with Iran triggered a sharp surge in global oil prices. New figures from the Office

ATOME PLC (AIM: ATOM), shares jumped about 20% to 59.87p in afternoon trading after the company secured $420 million in debt financing for its planned fertiliser plant in Villeta. Highlights:

WTI (Apr) $95.73 +$8.48, Brent (May) $101.46 +$8.48, Diff -$5.73 -$1.00. USNG (Apr) $3.23 +2c, UKNG (Apr) 128.5p -6.0p, TTF (Apr) €51.395 -€0.605. Author @mgrahamwood Oil price Oil is a

Fulcrum Metals plc has reported a new major shareholding following a voting rights notification dated 13 March 2026. Peter Hall, together with Zeppelin Investments Pty Ltd, Watsons Bay Investments Pty

The recent escalation of tensions around Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have pushed oil prices sharply higher, with crude briefly trading above $100 a barrel. That spike

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,

SHFE Silver stocks rise 70t this week to >350t MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Atlantic Lithium* (ALL LN) – Interims highlight progress towards mining lease and Aura

Saudi Arabia’s oil export capacity faces significant disruption following escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical conduit for approximately one fifth

SkinBioTherapeutics PLC (AIM: SBTX) shares rose sharply after a regulatory filing revealed a major increase in ownership by investors Mark H Dixon and Diana Dixon. The AIM-listed skin health specialist

Catenai PLC (CTAI), the AIM-quoted provider of technology and digital solutions, announce that it has made a further investment of £250,000 into Alludium Ltd, a developer of a no-code AI Agent

Marula Mining PLC (AQSE: MARU A2X: MAR) an African focused mining and development company, advises that further to the announcement on 29 April 2025, it has varied the final settlement

Reabold Resources PLC has secured a £1.9 million cornerstone investment from a group of US-based strategic investors led by Rohan Oza, providing fresh support for the development of its flagship

London stocks were set for a cautious start on Friday as oil prices hovered around $ 100 a barrel and investors awaited a busy run of economic data, including UK

UK equities finished lower for a second consecutive session on Thursday as Iran escalated attacks on oil and transport infrastructure across the Middle East, pushing crude prices higher and heightening

For most investors, the Strait of Hormuz is associated almost exclusively with oil. Roughly a fifth of the world’s petroleum trade moves through that narrow channel between Iran and Oman,

The United Kingdom’s mortgage market has experienced significant volatility this week, with average fixed rates breaching the 5% threshold for the first time since August 2025. This escalation reflects growing

Developments in the Middle East are once again reminding markets that global energy supply chains remain deeply exposed to geopolitical risk. Reporting from the Financial Times and Reuters highlights a

In this episode of Market Musings, StockBox Mark Fairbairn and Daniel Flynn speak with Nick Tulloch, CEO of Mendell Helium and Chairman of ECR Minerals. The discussion explores the surge

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,

$2.5m Contract Award for development of clinical self-test York, U.K. 12 March 2026: Abingdon Health plc (AIM: ABDX), a leading international developer, manufacturer and regulatory services provider for rapid diagnostic tests and

Gold prices capped by dollar strength as inflation concerns return MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below 80 Mile Plc* (80M LN) – Offer for remaining minority shares in

First Class Metals PLC (FCM) the UK listed company focused on the discovery of economic metal deposits across its exploration properties in Ontario, Canada, provided an update on the ongoing drilling

The Smarter Web Company (LSE: SWC | OTCQB: TSWCF | FRA: 3M8) announces its intention to make a discounted voluntary purchase offer for holders of certain existing warrants granted in April 2025,

Neo Energy Metals plc has issued an update on its planned acquisition of the New Beisa Mine in South Africa. The company confirmed that the transaction agreement was signed on

Update on new production wells at Fort Dodge Mendell Helium is pleased to announce an update on drilling of further production wells proximate to M3 Helium Corporation’s (“M3 Helium”) Rost 1-26

We caught up with Sam Garrett, Chief Executive Officer of Great Southern Copper (LON: GSCU), this week after the company announced on Tuesday the partial assay results of Hole CNG25-DD042

First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals”, “FCM” or the “Company”) the UK listed company focused on the discovery of economic metal deposits across its exploration properties in Ontario, Canada, is pleased to

London stocks were expected to open slightly lower on Thursday as oil prices climbed back above $100 a barrel and tensions in the Middle East continued to dominate market sentiment.

Appointment of Dr Adrian Kilcoyne to Scientific Advisory Board 12 March 2026- Poolbeg Pharma (AIM: POLB, ‘Poolbeg’ or the ‘Company’), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a core focus on transforming the cancer immunotherapy

European Green Transition plc (AIM: EGT), a company focused on acquiring, integrating and optimising revenue-generating and profitable services businesses in the critical infrastructure sector, announces that, further to its announcement

The rise of cryptocurrencies in Spain is no passing trend. More and more users, from curious newcomers to seasoned financial professionals, are looking for secure platforms that are fast and

Revolut has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with the approval of its full UK banking licence from the Prudential Regulation Authority. The decision concludes an 18-month mobilisation period that followed

StockBox spoke with Marc Sale, CEO at First Class Metals plc (LON: FCM) from the Roy Prospect drilling site at the Sunbeam Project in Ontario. In this on-site update, Marc

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,

Gold consolidates at higher level as dollar rally fades MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Ariana Resources (AAU LN) – Dokwe drilling extends mineralisation to the northeast Canyon Resources

Most people come into a trading education program expecting a tutorial. What they actually get, at least in the first 90 days inside WR Trading, is a controlled confrontation with

Telegraph: Western nations are expected to make a decision later on Wednesday about whether to release global oil reserves in the wake of the Iran war, according to the Wall Street

London stocks finished higher on Tuesday as markets rebounded from the previous day’s losses and easing oil prices helped calm inflation concerns. The FTSE 100 closed up 162.72 points, or

Premier African Minerals Limited has raised around £500,000 before expenses through a share subscription priced at 0.0185 pence per share. The company has also agreed to settle £100,000 of outstanding

Great Southern Copper plc (LSE: GSCU), the company focused on copper-gold-silver exploration in Chile, is pleased to announce that Greenwood Capital Partners, has published a research note on the Company,

The United States Navy has reportedly declined repeated requests from shipping companies for military escorts through the Strait of Hormuz. According to Reuters, sources said the Navy has refused near-daily

Markets were briefly rattled after Chris Wright posted and then deleted a message claiming the United States Navy had escorted an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz. In a

WTI (Apr) $94.77 +$3.97, Brent (May) $98.96 +$6.27, Diff -$4.19 +$2.40. USNG (Apr) $3.12 -7c, UKNG (Apr) 123.66p -32.35p, TTF (Apr) €49.185 -€11.415. Author @mgrahamwood Oil price The oil price

The IT industry has long been at the forefront of innovation, driving business transformation across sectors. In recent years, technological advancements have continued to reshape the way companies operate, interact

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,

Markets were lifted after Donald Trump warned Iran it would face “death, fire and fury” if it attempted to block the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important

Copper jumps on easing oil prices as global markets rebound MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below C3 Metals (CCCM CN) – Khaleesi mineralisation draws parallels to Las Bambas

Operating costs are on the increase, profit margins are getting ever tighter and companies are rightly facing further scrutiny over how they spend their money. There’s no wonder, then, that

Hedging Update ·    New hedges placed through to June 2027 at an average weighted price of approximately 101 pence per therm. ·    Total hedged position of approximately 12.9 million therms through to

Rome Resources plc has outlined plans to diversify into Canadian tin and critical minerals exploration through a proposed option agreement covering early-stage licences in New Brunswick. The agreement would give

The Times: Share prices have risen and oil prices have fallen in overnight trading in Asia as markets seized on remarks by President Trump that the war in Iran is “very

Kendrick Resources Plc (LSE: KEN), the mineral exploration and development company, is pleased to announce commencement of Phase II drilling on the Teufelskuppe (“TK”) and Keishohe (“KH”) rare earth carbonatites

London stocks were set to open higher on Tuesday as oil prices retreated and global equities recovered after comments from Donald Trump suggesting the conflict with Iran could be relatively

Step-Out Hole 400m South Confirms Expansion of Mostaza Cu-Ag Discovery   with Grades up to 6.55% Cu and 320g/t Ag Mineralisation remains open to the South and at depth Great

Asian markets rebounded after the previous day’s steep losses as investors reacted to comments from Donald Trump suggesting the conflict involving Iran could be nearing an end. Oil markets remained

Households could face a sharp rise in energy bills later this year as the surge in oil prices feeds through to consumer costs. Analysts at Citigroup warned the UK energy

The Bank of England may be forced to raise interest rates later this year as surging oil prices raise fears of a renewed inflation shock. Traders have increased bets that

Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel for the first time since the outbreak of the Ukraine conflict, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East following US-Israeli military

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,

Neo Energy Metals plc is pleased to announce that, following the Company’s compliance with the requirements set by the Financial Conduct Authority (‘FCA’), the suspension of the listing of the

PULSAR HELIUM PROVIDES UPDATE ON TRANSACTION WITH OSCILLATE PLC, WARRANT EXERCISE AND TVR Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF), a primary helium company, provides an update following

Gold holds steady despite wider market volatility as Iran conflict continues MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Cobra Resources (COBR LN) – Encouraging early results from recent drilling

Ajax [AQSE: AJAX], the natural resources investment company, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the issued share capital of Pereira Velho Exploração S.A., a Brazilian

Ajax (AQSE: AJAX), the natural resources investment company, is pleased to announce that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the issued share capital of Pereira Velho Exploração

Financing Update Update on Completion of Annual Financial Report Marula Mining PLC (AQSE: MARU A2X: MAR) an African focused mining and development company, provides an update in respect of various

Board Changes and Issue of £75,000 of Convertible Loan Notes Focus Xplore PLC (AIM: FOX), the strategic energy and critical minerals exploration and development company, announces that the Company proposes to

Oil prices surged as the conflict involving Iran entered its second week, raising fears of major disruptions to global energy supplies. Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, climbed toward $120

London stocks were set to open lower on Monday as escalating conflict in the Middle East pushed energy prices sharply higher and triggered a global market sell-off. Futures data from

MKANGO SUBSIDIARY, HYPROMAG, COMMISSIONS SECOND UK INSERMA UNIT FOR RAPID AUTOMATED PRE-PROCESSING OF HARD DISK DRIVES AND RECYCLING OF RARE EARTHS AND PRECIOUS METALS London / Vancouver: March 9, 2026 – Mkango

Just for a change this week we have seen small caps outperform the blue chips, with the former only being down just under 5% over the past week, while the

Britain faces an acute energy security crisis as gas reserves have plummeted to critically low levels, creating unprecedented vulnerability to external supply disruptions. According to data released by National Gas,

The FTSE 100 recorded its sharpest weekly decline in eleven months. The benchmark index closed 129 points lower on the day at 10,284, a fall of 1.24%. Over the course

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,

First Class Metals plc (LSE: FCM), has entered a decisive phase in its development as a junior explorer. The recent sharp fall in the share price did not occur in

Unlike equities or bonds, precious metals do not respond directly to earnings growth or yield expectations. Gold & Silver respond to credibility, particularly trust in currencies and policymakers. When gold

Oil prices surged above $93 per barrel after fresh warnings that the conflict involving Iran could disrupt energy exports from the Gulf, raising fears of a new global inflation shock.

Market capitalisation—often shortened to “market cap”—is one of the most frequently cited metrics in equity markets. Investors use it to classify companies, compare opportunities, assess risk, and construct portfolios. Yet

A significant diplomatic and financial crisis has erupted between Ukraine and Hungary following the detention of seven Ukrainian bank employees by Hungarian authorities on 5 March 2026. The incident centres

A prolonged surge in energy prices could push Britain’s household energy costs sharply higher, according to analysts at Deutsche Bank. The bank warned that if oil prices remain around $100

The FTSE 100 recorded its sharpest weekly decline in eleven months as escalating tensions in the Middle East weighed heavily on investor sentiment. The benchmark index closed 129 points lower

Life insurance should feel straightforward. Premiums get paid, the policy stays active, and a death benefit arrives when a family needs it most. However, real life is messy. People miss

Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,

Astrid Intelligence PLC (AQSE: ASTR) announced the launch of Astrid Vault, a new on-chain platform designed with the aim of   improving liquidity and stability across the Bittensor AI network. Author @ZaksTradersCafe

Saad al-Kaabi has warned that the escalating conflict involving Iran could trigger a global energy crisis capable of “bringing down the economies of the world”. The Qatari energy minister said

Gold edges lower as market continues to weigh Iran implications MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Kavango Resources* (KAV LN) – Placings raise US$8.4m at ~1p/s New Found

One of the most effective tools for a trader is leverage. It enables one to capture a larger market share with relatively little money. Traders can leverage or enhance their

Quantum Blockchain Technologies Plc (AIM: QBT) has taken delivery of its first Bitcoin mining rig from an ASIC manufacturer, along with a Mining Development Kit, allowing its research and development

Oil prices are heading for their largest monthly rise in four years, raising concerns that a fresh surge in energy costs could reignite inflation and weigh on global economic growth.

     Wildstone moves towards production on antimony licences  The Board of Xtract Resources Plc is pleased to provide an update on work completed on the Amghas and Ighoud antimony

Global stock markets weakened as a renewed spike in energy prices unsettled investors. The price of Brent crude surged 4.93% to above $85 a barrel before easing overnight by more

Dominant Leasehold Over Core of Proven Helium Structure Approaches 8,000 Acres Helix Exploration PLC (AIM: HEX, OTCQB: HEXFF), the helium exploration and development company advancing the Rudyard Helium Project (“Rudyard”)

Vault Ventures Shares Commence Trading on U.S. OTCQB Market Vault Ventures PLC (AQSE: VULT) is pleased to announce that its ordinary shares have commenced trading on the OTCQB Venture Market

London stocks were set to open higher on Friday, bringing a volatile week of Middle East airstrikes and shifting market sentiment to a close. Futures suggest the FTSE 100 will

In this extended Townhall Q&A, CEO Sam Garrett reflects on a breakthrough year for Great Southern Copper, outlining how the company delivered two drill discoveries at Cerro Negro and Viuda

Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia could redirect its gas exports away from Europe as the conflict in the Middle East drives energy prices higher. Speaking on state television, the