Britain’s largest investment platform has entered ISA season facing mounting criticism, with fee changes, strong competition and a system outage denting confidence. Hargreaves Lansdown has been under scrutiny since rolling

The conventional wisdom surrounding gold as a reliable hedge against economic uncertainty has been thoroughly tested and found wanting in recent weeks. Since the United States and Israel launched military

Zak Mir talks to Howard White, Chairman Hydrogen Utopia, in the wake of a report in the Financial Times, regarding airlines scrambling to source aviation fuel. Hydrogen Utopia and the

Four weeks ago this publication examined the sharp repricing that had taken place in First Class Metals plc (LSE: FCM) and the structural forces that had shaped it. That piece

The collapse of BrewDog’s equity crowdfunding scheme represents a cautionary tale for retail investors participating in private company share offerings. James Watt, founder of the Scottish craft brewery, has publicly

The FTSE 100 fell sharply in afternoon trading as rising interest rate expectations weighed on sentiment. The FTSE 100 has now slipped into negative territory for the year, as the

Guardian Metal Resources plc (LON:GMET, OTCQX:GMTLF, NYSE A:GMTL), a U.S.-focused exploration-stage company focused on advancing tungsten projects in Nevada, today announced its debut on the NYSE American under the ticker symbol “GMTL”. Members of Guardian

Ontario Junior Exploration Programme-Grant Approval 20 March 2026 First Class Metals PLC, the UK listed company focused on the discovery of economic metal deposits across its exploration properties in Ontario, Canada,

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,

Britain’s largest stockbroker, Hargreaves Lansdown, experienced a significant operational failure that prevented millions of investors from accessing their accounts during a period of acute market turbulence. The outage, which commenced

Gold rebounds amid continued volatility on fears of sustained Middle East conflict MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Atlantic Lithium* (ALL LN) – Mining Lease Ratification marks key

The Financial Times: Unilever (ULVR) in talks to sell food division to spice and sauce maker McCormick. Consumer goods giant considers offloading unit worth tens of billions of dollars as it

Ryanair Holdings PLC has announced a £40 million expansion of its maintenance facility at Prestwick Airport, creating 450 new skilled jobs, including 60 apprenticeships. The investment will fund a new

Energy bills set to jump by £332 from July UK energy bills are expected to rise sharply this summer as higher oil and gas prices feed through into household costs.

Board Changes The Company announces that it has today accepted the resignations of Mr. Jason Brewer, Mr. Simon Grant-Rennick, Mrs. Noreen Kidunduhu, Mr. Edward Ruheni, Mrs. Hannah Wang’ombe, Mr. Kevin

Power Metal Resources PLC has made a strategic investment of $1 million to acquire a 2.6% stake in Next Minerals S.A., a Chile-focused copper developer. The deal provides exposure to

Oil retreats after volatile session as markets steady Oil prices pulled back to around $107 a barrel after a highly volatile session driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East.

The Smarter Web Company PLC (LSE: SWC | OTCQB: TSWCF | FRA: 3M8) announces that Albert Soleiman, Chief Financial Officer, has agreed with the Board that he will resign as

The FTSE 100 is expected to stabilise on Friday, with markets taking a breather after a sharp sell-off saw the index fall 242 points, or 2.4%, to 10,064. Spreadbetters suggest

Guardian Metal Announces Pricing of Upsized U.S. Initial Public Offering Guardian Metal Resources: A Decade in the Making, A Development Story Emerging Guardian Metal Resources plc (LON:GMET OTCQX:GMTLF), a U.S.-focused exploration-stage company focused

When this publication last covered Premier African Minerals (AIM: PREM), the investment case had already shifted from growth to survival. The flotation plant at Zulu had become the central variable,

Saudi Arabia has warned it could take military action against Iran, raising fears of a further escalation in the conflict. The warning follows overnight attacks in which Iranian ballistic missiles

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps represents the most significant disruption to global oil supplies in recent history. President Trump’s administration appears to

The Bank of England is now unlikely to cut interest rates in 2026, according to analysts at Deutsche Bank. Chief UK economist Sanjay Raja said the bank has revised its

WTI (Apr) $96.32 +11c, Brent (May) $107.38 +$3.96, Diff -$11.06 +$3.85. USNG (Apr) $3.17 +5c, UKNG (Apr) 178.0p +48.25p, TTF (Apr) €66.85 +€15.99. Author @mgrahamwood Oil price Oil has risen

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,

Traders shorting copper on back of Asian economic slowdown due to interruption of Iran, UAE and Quatar LNG supply MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Atalaya Mining (ATYM

IG Group Holdings (IGG) on Thursday announced a new GBP125 million share buyback and said it was launching a strategic review of the business. The London-based provider of online trading platforms

Panther Metals PLC (LON: PALM) has reported a second batch of assay results from its Winston Tailings Project, confirming consistent grades of multiple metals across the site. Results from 11

Further AI Analysis Identifies Copper and Lead-Zinc Target Systems in North-West Botswana Highlights ·      Multiple targets identified across recently awarded copper-prospective licences in north-west Botswana. ·      Two distinct mineral system models defined: o  Copper-silver-nickel-cobalt

Stocks slide as oil surges on Middle East escalation Global markets came under pressure after a sharp escalation in the Iran conflict sent energy prices higher and rattled investor sentiment.

London shares fell sharply at the open as a renewed surge in oil and gas prices triggered a broader risk-off move across global markets. The FTSE 100 dropped 1.1% to

Vault Ventures Positioned to Benefit from Accelerating UK Quantum Investment and Announces Live Broadcast Vault Ventures PLC (AQSE: VULT, OTCQB: VQESF), the technology development company focused on post-quantum security infrastructure

Mkango Resources Limited has reported positive outcomes from an updated definitive feasibility study for its Songwe Hill Rare Earths Project in Malawi, alongside a pre-feasibility study for the Puławy Rare

Stocks in London are expected to open significantly lower on Thursday after fresh attacks on energy infrastructure in the Middle East rattled global markets and pushed oil prices higher. Futures

Zak Mir talks to Paul Emmitt, CEO of Powerhouse Energy, about recent progress at the company, including its pioneering integrated technology that converts non-recyclable waste into low-carbon energy, and its

Diesel and petrol prices climb higher Fuel prices have continued to rise sharply since the outbreak of the Middle East conflict, adding further pressure on UK motorists. Average petrol and

Britain’s energy landscape stands at a pivotal juncture, as Ithaca Energy, the operator of the Rosebank oil field off Shetland, has announced its readiness to commence production within months, pending

Iranian gas exports to Iraq were reportedly suspended on Wednesday following an attack on Iran’s Pars gas field, disrupting a key regional energy supply. Tehran typically provides between one-third and

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,

Copper edges lower as inventories continue to rise whilst Codelco production slides MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Beowulf Mining* (BEM LN) – €1.1m funding to advance slurry

Great Western Mining Corporation PLC has expanded its Defender–Pine Crow Tungsten Project in Nevada by staking an additional 165.3 acres of claims, strengthening its position in a highly prospective mineralised

Sovereign Metals Limited (SVML) announced an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) for its flagship Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project (Kasiya or Project) in Malawi. The updated MRE will serve as the resource base

 £653,950 Raised in Extended CLN Offer as Total Funding for the CLN Reaches £2 million, 25% Above Target Prospex Energy PLC (AIM: PXEN), the AIM-quoted investing company focused on European gas

Oil prices eased slightly, with Brent crude trading at $101.25 a barrel, down from $101.95 on Tuesday. As Iran confirmed the death of its security chief, Ali Larijani, while markets showed resilience

BTC Purchase and Investment in Vaultz Capital Strategic Investment in Vaultz Capital and further BTC Purchase see Hamak expand its Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Hamak Strategy Limited (LON: HAMA / OTCQB:

Kalayi Drilling Continues to Return High-Grade Tin Intercepts Rome Resources plc (AIM: RMR), the DRC-focused tin and copper explorer, is pleased to provide an update on its drilling operations at

Stocks in London are set to open higher on Wednesday, tracking gains in Asian markets as investors keep a close eye on developments in the Middle East and await the

PULSAR HELIUM REPORTS COMPLETION OF JETSTREAM #7 AND COMMENCEMENT OF DOWN-HOLE LOGGING AT THE TOPAZ HELIUM PROJECT, USA Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF), a primary helium

When geopolitical tensions rise in the Middle East, markets instinctively focus on oil and liquefied natural gas. The Strait of Hormuz has long been recognised as one of the most

Petrol prices have risen sharply since the start of the US-Iran conflict, with drivers now paying around 10p more per litre than at the beginning of the war, according to

N4 Pharma PLC (AIM: N4P) has officially changed its name to Thalia Therapeutics plc, effective March 18, 2026. Alongside the rebrand, the company’s ticker on the London Stock Exchange has

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,

Marula Mining PLC (AQSE: MARU A2X: MAR) an African focused mining and development company, is announces the results of wash plant test work and recent manganese assay work undertaken at

Household energy bills could rise by around £250 a year from July as a result of the conflict with Iran, according to the industry trade body Energy UK. The organisation

Gold stabilises as dollar edges lower on easing market volatility MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Almonty Industries (ALM US) – Sangdong Phase 1 commissioned successfully Atlantic Lithium*

The Times: Oil briefly topped $104 a barrel in overnight trading after Iran stepped up its attacks on energy infrastructure and President Trump struggled to build a coalition to reopen the

First Class Metals PLC (LON: FCM) the UK listed company focused on the discovery of economic metal deposits across its exploration properties in Ontario, Canada, is pleased to report further visible

Directorate Changes & Notice of Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) Shuka Minerals Plc (AIM/AltX: SKA), an African focused mine operator and developer, announces (i) the following directorate changes to the Company’s

Shares in Asia traded unevenly on Tuesday after a fall in oil prices helped push US markets to their strongest session since the war in Iran began. The relief in

Avacta Group PLC has announced it will present new preclinical and translational data for its pre|CISION® platform at the 2026 American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting, which will

Winston Tailings Project: Batch 1 Assay Results Panther Metals Plc (LON: PALM), the exploration company focused on mineral projects in Canada, is very pleased to report the first batch of

Stocks in London are set to open slightly lower on Tuesday as investors continue to monitor developments in the oil market amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Futures

PULSAR HELIUM APPOINTS STEPHEN LANGE RANZINI TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND AS DEPUTY CHAIR AND PDMR DEALINGS Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR, TSXV: PLSR, OTCQB: PSRHF) a primary helium company,

The Counter-Strike 2 skin economy continues to grow, with millions of dollars moving daily through third-party marketplaces. As players look for the best CS2 skin marketplace, two names often appear

Existing Warrants – Voluntary Purchase Offer Results The Smarter Web Company (LSE: SWC | OTCQB: TSWCF | FRA: 3M8) is pleased to announce the results of the discounted voluntary purchase offer

Guardian Metal Launches Roadshow for US Initial Public Offering Guardian Metal Resources: A Decade in the Making, A Development Story Emerging Guardian Metal Resources plc (LON: GMET, OTCQB: GMTLF), a

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 slides below key level as dollar takes another leg higher MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below 80 Mile Plc* (80M LN) – Trump Junior sees offshore Greenland

Shares in Kendrick Resources PLC (LON: KEN) jumped 38% after the company reported strong drill assay results from its Bonya rare earth elements (REE) project in Namibia. The standout result

The Times: Oil has ticked higher in early trading in Asia, despite the Wall Street Journal reporting overnight that the Trump administration plans to announce as early as this week that

HYPROMAG USA AND INTELLIGENT LIFECYCLE SOLUTIONS COMMISSION INSERMA RARE EARTH MAGNET PRE-PROCESSING SYSTEM IN SOUTH CAROLINA ·    Commissioning of Inserma hard disk drive magnet pre-processing system at the ILS facility in

Winston Tailings Project: Sample Collection Complete Panther Metals Plc (LON: PALM), the exploration company focused on mineral projects in Canada, is pleased to report the vibracore sample collection work phase

Avacta announces opening of Phase 1 trial for second pipeline asset, FAP-Exd (AVA6103) a sustained-release pre|CISION® exatecan peptide-drug conjugate Specialty U.S. oncology centers open for recruitment in Virginia and Texas LONDON

Stocks in London are expected to open higher on Monday as oil prices continue to climb ahead of a busy week of central bank meetings. Futures indicate the FTSE 100

Update on Royalty of up to A$2 Million over Victoria gold projects ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR), the gold exploration and development company focused on Australia, notes that Leviathan Metals

Three weeks ago this publication examined the sharp repricing that had taken place in First Class Metals plc (LSE: FCM) and the structural forces that had shaped it. That piece

The UK stock market ended another volatile week on a weaker footing, marking its second consecutive weekly decline. The FTSE 100 finished Friday down 44 points, or 0.43%, closing at

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,

Andrew Webley: CEO of The Smarter Web Company, the largest UK Bitcoin treasury company. With 25 years of profitable Internet experience. A developer. March 15, 2026 Being the CEO of

The UK stock market ended another volatile week on a weaker footing, marking its second consecutive weekly decline. The FTSE 100 finished Friday down 44 points, or 0.43%, closing at

The geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz have created a significant financial opportunity for two of Britain’s largest energy companies. Shell and BP are positioned to capture an additional

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