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It may seem like a quiet start to the day, but in reality, there is a huge amount going on underneath the surface. The oil price is hovering just below $80 per barrel, after Iran said that it had reached an agreement with Oman about the route for shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, this is a prerequisite to opening the Strait freely to commercial traffic. 

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Risk sentiment is mixed on Tuesday, as investors weigh up the costs of the war in the Middle East. Although the oil price initially fell on the back of comments from Donald Trump that the US would not strike Iran and break the ceasefire today, the President’s impact on the oil price did not last for long.

Oil price back above $110, as UK labour market data makes June rate hike unlikely

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Churchill China Plc

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Earthwise Minerals Corp.

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In this week’s live Exchange, professional investor & ex-fund manager, Jamie Ward discussed his latest thoughts on the following

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Diageo is reportedly considering options for its Chinese assets, including a potential sale, as it looks to streamline its portfolio.

Diageo considering sale of Chinese assets - report

RBC Capital Markets upgraded Diageo on Tuesday to 'outperform' from 'sector perform', keeping the cash flow derived price target at 2,000p.

RBC Capital upgrades Diageo to 'outperform'

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Convatec Group

J Sainsbury Plc

Metlen Energy & Metals Plc

Pearson Plc

London's FTSE 100 was 0.3% higher at 9,685.72 in afternoon trade on Thursday.

FTSE 100 movers: Sainsbury's boosted by upgrades; AB Foods goes ex-div

Drinks maker Diageo cut its full-year sales and profit forecasts on Thursday amid weakness in Chinese white spirts and a slowdown in demand in North America.

Diageo cuts full-year sales and profit forecast

Drinks giant Diageo is facing a potential investor backlash over pay, it was reported on Thursday.

Diageo shareholders urged to vote against pay report - Sky

Goldman Sachs upgraded Diageo to 'neutral' from 'sell' as it said the valuation is supportive and downside is limited.

Goldman Sachs upgrades Diageo to 'neutral', says downside is limited

Alcoholic beverage giant Diageo posted a mixed set of FY results on Tuesday, as the group navigated FX headwinds and restructuring costs while maintaining organic growth.

Diageo FY operating profits slump, organic net sales grow

Diageo said on Wednesday that it has appointed Deirdre Mahlan as interim chief financial officer with effect from 18 August.

Diageo appoints Deirdre Mahlan as interim CFO

Drinks company Diageo said on Wednesday that chief executive officer Debra Crew has stepped down with immediate effect, by mutual agreement.

Diageo CEO Debra Crew steps down

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