18-10-2026
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We are reproducing an excellent article published this week by KeyFacts Energy. Prof John Underhill, Director for Energy Transition at the University of Aberdeen Twenty-six years ago, Britain ground to
London stocks ended a strong week with further gains on Friday, as Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey played down concerns over persistent inflation, helping the FTSE 100 climb 3.1%
OpenAI’s UK employees received average remuneration packages worth approximately £2.3 million in 2025, as soaring share-based compensation pushed the ChatGPT developer’s British staff costs to £258 million. Newly published accounts
MORE, our new Preferred Shares, began trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange on Wednesday this week. That marked the conclusion of an incredibly involved project which
WTI (Nov) $97.97 +$2.88, Brent (Dec) $105.92 -14c, Diff -$7.95 -$3.02. USNG (Nov) $3.24 +4c, UKNG (Nov) 213.78p +0.99p, TTF (Nov) €86.38 +€0.535. Author @mgrahamwood Oil price Oil is up
London stocks ended a strong week with further gains on Friday, as Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey played down concerns over persistent inflation, helping the FTSE 100 climb 3.1%
Halo Minerals plc (AIM: HALO) has reported a 5.4% increase in ore reserves at its Playa Verde copper tailings project in Chile, with an updated independent technical assessment valuing the
Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are the FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,
London stocks moved higher at midday on Friday, with the FTSE 100 edging above 10,850 points as gains among industrial companies offset weakness in banking shares, while investors assessed fresh
Asian stock markets rebounded on Friday as technology shares recovered from Thursday’s sharp sell-off, with South Korea and Japan leading gains following a more stable session on Wall Street and
Copper rebounds with base metals as Warsh’s AI comments lift sentiment MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Antofagasta (ANTO LN) – Carlos Avila appointed as independent NED Aura
African Pioneer Plc (LON: AFP) has commenced a major drilling programme at its Ongombo copper project in Namibia, marking an important step towards the planned development of a new mining
Helix Exploration PLC (AIM: HEX, OTCQB: HEXFF) shares jumped 10% in early trading after the company secured regulatory approval to restart operations at its Rudyard helium production facility in Montana,
Panther Metals plc (LON: PALM) has successfully completed a £2.22 million Canadian flow-through share fundraising to support continued exploration at its Wishbone VMS prospect within the Obonga Project in northwest
Ajax (AQSE: AJAX) has announced that Chief Executive Director Ippolito Ingo Cattaneo has purchased an additional 450,000 ordinary shares, increasing his total holding in the natural resources investment company to
ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR) has reported further progress at its Maddens Flat gold project in North Queensland, Australia, with the processing plant now commissioned and operational ahead of planned
Shuka Minerals Plc (AIM/AltX: SKA) has reported exceptionally high-grade zinc results from its latest drilling programme at the Kabwe Zinc Mine in Zambia, including individual laboratory assays reaching 49.7% zinc
London’s FTSE 100 is expected to open marginally lower on Friday after a strong week of gains, while Asian stock markets rebounded as comments from Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang
The FTSE 100 closed 1.1% higher on Thursday, outperforming major global markets as stronger-than-expected UK economic growth and falling bond yields supported London equities while technology stocks remained under pressure.
Global smartphone sales have suffered their biggest recorded quarterly decline, falling 22% as soaring memory chip prices linked to the artificial intelligence boom push handset costs higher and force consumers
Thruvision Group plc (AIM: THRU) has secured three new orders for its security screening technology across the UK logistics, prison and Asian markets, supporting the company’s strategy to expand its
London’s FTSE 100 climbed 0.5% on Thursday as gains among property and consumer stocks helped offset heavy losses in mining and technology-related shares, while stronger-than-expected UK economic growth reinforced expectations
Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are the FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,
Gold holds level as rise in US inflation lifts bets for further rate rise MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Anglesey Mining (AYM LN) – Work plan for
Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc (LON: PRD) shares fell 42% after the company announced a £2.5 million equity fundraising to support drilling, production growth and exploration activities across its
The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates in November and February as stronger-than-expected UK economic growth reduces concerns that higher borrowing costs could undermine economic activity, according
TWO HARBORS CITY COUNCIL APPROVES PURCHASE AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR PULSAR’S PROPOSED RARE GAS HUB Agreement sets out proposed land sale, City infrastructure participation and remaining requirements for development Pulsar
Ajax (AQUIS: AJAX) has reported significant progress towards securing environmental approval for its Macacha copper and silver project in Argentina, with authorisation for an initial 5,000-metre drilling programme expected before
EnergyPathways plc (AIM: EPP) is accelerating plans to develop a low-carbon hydrogen and graphite production facility at Barrow-in-Furness, targeting first revenues by 2029, with the potential for an earlier start-up
London stocks slipped on Thursday after stronger-than-expected UK economic growth reinforced expectations that the Bank of England will raise interest rates, while mining companies suffered heavy losses amid concerns over
Quantum Helium Limited (AIM: QHE) has confirmed that preparations for a major stimulation programme at its Sagebrush-1 helium discovery in Colorado are nearing completion, with field operations targeted to begin
MedPal AI plc (AIM: MPAL) has announced that its New Health business has become one of the UK’s top 30 Mounjaro providers by supply volume, climbing from 3,048th to 29th
London stocks are expected to open lower on Thursday as hotter-than-expected US inflation and a sharp sell-off in Asian semiconductor shares weigh on global investor sentiment. FTSE 100 futures indicate
GEO Exploration Limited (AIM: GEO) has secured A$280,000 in government drilling grants to advance exploration at its Gorge and Juno gold projects in Western Australia, with drilling programmes planned for
London stocks ended higher on Wednesday, with the FTSE 100 climbing 0.7% despite hotter-than-expected US inflation figures, as comments from the Bank of England’s chief economist eased concerns over aggressive
Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are the FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,
The UK Government is preparing to make an imminent decision on the Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea, while a ruling on the major Rosebank oil development will take
Thor Explorations Ltd (AIM: THX, TSX-V: THX) reported third-quarter revenue of US$81.7 million from its Segilola gold mine in Nigeria, but lowered its full-year production guidance following exceptionally heavy rainfall
US stocks opened lower on Wednesday after hotter-than-expected inflation figures unsettled investors and raised concerns that the Federal Reserve could increase interest rates again. The S&P 500 fell 0.4%, losing
London stocks moved higher on Wednesday, with the FTSE 100 gaining 0.3% to around 10,682 points by midday as investors welcomed comments from central bankers suggesting interest rates may not
Rio Tinto cuts full-year lithium guidance to the lower end after heavy rain in Argentina MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Aterian* (ATN LN) – JV-funded mapping extends
Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc (LON: PRD) has successfully completed drilling at its MOU-6 well in Morocco, encountering a thicker-than-previously-recorded target interval, while securing regulatory approval for its Snowcap-3
Quantum Helium Limited (AIM: QHE) has confirmed that its Annual General Meeting will take place on 12 November 2026, with shareholders set to vote on director appointments and remuneration proposals
London stocks opened broadly unchanged on Wednesday, with the FTSE 100 edging six points higher to around 10,656 as gains in luxury goods, property and industrial shares offset weakness elsewhere
Angus Energy plc (AIM: ANGS) has confirmed that preparations for the planned workover of its BRX4Z well at the Brockham Oil Field are well advanced, with drilling equipment secured and
Reveille (AQSE: REV) has confirmed the appointment of former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo as Non-Executive Chairman, effective 14 October 2026, as the uranium exploration company advances its focus
When a spreadsheet isn’t enough any more Banks and asset managers use big data to spot market trends by running huge volumes of prices, transactions and text through analytics software,
Physiomics plc (AIM: PYC) has secured a new £119,000 contract for drug development modelling while exploring additional commercial opportunities for its personalised dosing technology, including potential expansion into the US
PULSAR HELIUM AND LUNAR HELIUM-3 MINING SIGN EVALUATION AGREEMENT FOR HELIUM-3 RECOVERY ASSESSMENT AT TOPAZ Topaz evaluation targets potential new U.S. commercial helium-3 supply for quantum computing and national security
London stocks are expected to open slightly higher on Wednesday, with the FTSE 100 forecast to gain around 10 points as Asian markets recover from a technology-led sell-off and investors
Avacta Therapeutics (AIM: AVCT) will present updated clinical data from its Faridoxorubicin (AVA6000) cancer programme and details of its AVA6103 trial at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress
Audioboom Group plc (AIM: BOOM) has upgraded its full-year profit expectations after reporting record third-quarter results, with revenue rising 17% and adjusted EBITDA jumping 89% as advertising demand and audience
The FTSE 100 gave back early gains to close marginally lower on Tuesday as renewed concerns over technology valuations and the scale of investment in artificial intelligence weighed on global
The Sea Lion oil development north of the Falkland Islands has received UK consent from Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband, according to project operator Navitas Petroleum. The decision represents an important
The Nasdaq Composite fell around 0.4% at the opening bell on Tuesday, as another round of selling hit major semiconductor companies. The broader S&P 500 was practically flat, down around
Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are the FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,
Mkango Magnetic Materials Ltd. (AIM/TSX-V: MKA) said HyProMag USA has secured power capacity with Oncor Electric Delivery Company for its planned Texas rare earth magnet recycling and manufacturing hub. The
Copper steadies as the AI selloff offsets Chilean supply risk MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below American Tungsten & Antimony (AT4 AU) – Del Sol ingot meets ASTM
The gold price (XAU/USD) has pulled back from its August highs of about $4,700 to trade below $4,200. The price of the yellow metal is now down about 3.55 this
Meantime Resources Plc (AIM: MTR) has commenced trading on AIM after completing a £15 million fundraising to finance its strategy of acquiring and developing mining assets. The company’s shares began
Arkle Resources PLC (LON: ARK) has confirmed a uranium discovery from maiden reverse-circulation drilling at its ULG target within the Erongo Uranium Project in Namibia. Eight of the nine reconnaissance
Poundland could be pushed into administration within days, putting around 12,000 jobs at risk, according to the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers. Usdaw said it understands that owner
Roundhouse plc (AIM: RHAI) has commenced trading on AIM following the admission of its entire issued share capital to the London Stock Exchange’s junior market. Dealings began at 8 am,
Kodal Minerals plc (AIM: KOD) reported continued production and export momentum from the Bougouni Lithium Project in Mali during the three months to 30 September 2026. The Stage 1 DMS
EnergyPathways plc (AIM: EPP) has raised £1.75 million through a placing with a single institutional subscriber, closing the fundraising first announced on 28 September. The investor subscribed for 30,434,782 new
Physiomics plc (AIM: PYC) reported its highest annual income since incorporation, with revenue and grant income rising 26.5% to £1.06 million in the year ended 30 June 2026. The mathematical
The FTSE 100 is expected to open around 22 points higher at 10,677 on Tuesday, after closing 1% higher at 10,656.28 on Monday. Global technology shares remain under pressure, with
The FTSE 100 closed 104.23 points, or 1.0%, higher at 10,656.28 on Monday, extending Friday’s rebound despite another rise in oil prices. The FTSE 250 added 0.5% to 24,328.06, while
Borders & Southern Petroleum PLC (AIM: BOR) shares rose 22% to 9.98p on Monday after the Falkland Islands-focused explorer announced a £2 million equity investment at a substantial premium to
Brent crude climbed 2.24% to around $107 a barrel on Monday after Saudi Arabia said it was facing another wave of incoming missile and drone attacks. The renewed escalation reversed
Genedrive plc (AIM: GDR) has highlighted a new case study published by the National Institute for Health and Care Research examining the development, clinical validation and adoption of its Genedrive
Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are the FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,
Copper – Chile flooding leads to avalanche at El Teniente copper mine, killing two contractors MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Arkle Resources (ARK LN) – Initial drilling
First Development Resources plc (AIM: FDR) is preparing to begin a second stage of reverse-circulation drilling at its Lander West Gold Project in the Northern Territory, following the discovery of
Wildcat Gold Plc (LON: WCAT) has appointed James Knowles as Senior Independent Non-Executive Director with immediate effect. Knowles is co-founder and Executive Chairman of First Class Metals plc (LON: FCM),
KEFI Gold and Copper PLC (AIM: KEFI) shares surged 26% in early trading after the company announced the recommencement of development at its Tulu Kapi Gold Project in Ethiopia. Development
The FTSE 100 climbed around 0.4% to roughly 10,600 in early Monday trading, building on Friday’s 1.1% gain. HSBC rose around 2%, while Standard Chartered gained about 1.5%-1.8% and Barclays
Ajax Resources Plc (AQSE: AJAX) has advanced plans for admission to Euronext Growth Oslo, completing independent Norwegian legal and financial due diligence ahead of a proposed minimum €2.5 million equity
Membership of the Defense Industrial Base Consortium Panther Metals Plc (LON: PALM) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded membership of the United States Defense Industrial Base Consortium
Cornish Metals plc (AIM: TIN) (“Cornish Metals” or the “Company”), a mineral exploration and development company focused on advancing its wholly owned and permitted South Crofty tin project in Cornwall,
The FTSE 100 is expected to open around 29 points, or 0.3%, higher at 10,580 on Monday, extending Friday’s strong rebound. London’s blue-chip index closed 1.06% higher at 10,552.05 on
PULSAR HELIUM OUTLINES DEVELOPMENT AND PROJECT-FINANCING STRATEGY FOR COMMERCIAL-SCALE HELIUM & CO2 PLANT Pulsar Helium Inc. (AIM: PLSR) (TSXV: PLSR) (OTCQB: PSRHF), a primary helium company, is pleased to provide
British diesel prices could fall by as much as 6p a litre after the G7 moved to accelerate the release of around 100 million barrels of oil and refined fuel
Britain’s limited gas-storage capacity could be exhausted during a severe winter, as unusually low European inventories increase dependence on imported liquefied natural gas. The European Network of Transmission System Operators
Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are the FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,
The FTSE 100 closed 1.06% higher at 10,552.05 on Friday, while the FTSE 250 gained 1.13% to 24,213.78. The rebound followed a volatile week dominated by oil prices, inflation concerns
StockBox speaks to Ryan Mee, CEO of Fulcrum Metals plc (AIM: FMET | OTCQB: FULMF), following the company’s announcement that it has secured a site for its standalone, multi-project pilot
The FTSE 100 closed 1.06% higher at 10,552.05 on Friday, while the FTSE 250 gained 1.13% to 24,213.78. The rebound followed a volatile week dominated by oil prices, inflation concerns
StockBoxMedia catches up with serial investor and natural resources executive Paul Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey through the junior mining sector, the lessons learned along the way
Mkango Magnetic Materials Ltd. (AIM/TSX-V: MKA) has announced that its HyProMag GmbH rare earth magnet recycling and manufacturing plant in Pforzheim, Germany, has been designated a Strategic Project under the
Two equities, each with a different purpose, but potentially many MORE possibilities for the future of Smarter Web. That is what I have been thinking about this week as we
Panther Metals PLC (LON: PALM) has agreed a Canadian flow-through financing raising £2.22 million, or C$4.16 million, to advance its critical-minerals exploration programme in Canada. The company will issue 980,398
The FTSE 100 closed 1.06% higher at 10,552.05 on Friday, while the FTSE 250 gained 1.13% to 24,213.78. The rebound followed a volatile week dominated by oil prices, inflation concerns
Amigo Resources PLC (LON: AMGO) has reported progress on the expansion of its Mojimoto and Kabete operations in Tanzania, as both sites move from pilot processing towards larger-scale production. All
The FTSE 100 rose 0.83% to 10,528.57 by midday on Friday, while the FTSE 250 climbed 0.92% to 24,165.30. Sentiment improved as oil prices retreated after US President Donald Trump
Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most closely followed small caps on the London Stock Exchange. Today’s charts are the FTSE 100, DAX, Dow, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold,
Gold gains as a strong US 30-year debt auction pulls Treasury yields back MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Caledonia Mining (CMCL LN) – Operating challenges curb Q3
Roundhouse (AQSE: ETHL) has published its AIM admission document and conditionally raised £1.5 million before expenses through a placing of new shares. The Company’s TIDM from Admission will be RHAI
US President Donald Trump has said Washington will not attack Iran before the 3 November midterm elections, while claiming that talks with Tehran are making progress. In a Truth Social
Small modular reactors (SMRs) could become a significant emerging market for helium as developers advance designs that use the gas as a reactor coolant. MIT Technology Review this week profiled