Summary: Marks & Spencer's stock reaches 18-month highs due to strong performance in physical stores and across various brands. The company raises financial guidance and predicts higher profits for the fiscal year. Marks & Spencer expands its market share in clothing, home, and food business es over a 19-week period. Share price experiences a significant increase of 128.75% from the previous year's low. Despite economic challenges, Marks & Spencer's resilience and trusted brand image contribute to its success. ...

Summary: FTSE 100 rises on a day of earnings announcements , driven by Cendrica 's exceptional performance with a tenfold increase in net cash and 55% jump in adjusted profit . Shell 's $5.5 billion buyback scheme and dividend hike fail to impress investors , leading to a decline in shares. Barclays faces challenges as increasing quarterly pre-tax profits are overshadowed by mounting bad debt provisions . Drax Group 's positive half-year pre-tax earnings do not prevent a slip in shares. BT opens higher on the back of quarterly revenue rise , while Ocado 's shares are impacted by the upcoming retirement of th...

Summary: Jordan Henderson's positive impact and legacy at Liverpool should not be underestimated, according to Alex Crook. Liverpool's potential midfield additions, Lavia and McAllister, have Crook excited about the club's prospects. Leeds United's loaning out of players raises concern for their future in the Premier League. Harvey Barnes is seen as an upgrade on Allan Saint Maximin by Alex Crook, who praises Eddie Howe's recruitment strategy. Newcastle United's financial strength and transfer activity are causing jealousy among some Premier League clubs, but Crook dismisses the criticism. ...