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## [Reasons Why More Traders Are Turning to Futures in 2026](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/reasons-why-more-traders-are-turning-to-futures-in-2026/)

_2026-08-27 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Futures trading lets you buy or sell a contract based on the future price of an asset, such as an index, currency, metal, or commodity. You do not own the asset itself. Instead, you trade the price movement of the contract and can profit if the market moves in your favor. CME Group reported an \[…\] The post Reasons Why More Traders Are Turning to Futures in 2026 appeared first on UK Investor…

## [How Does Sports Prop Trading Work](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/how-does-sports-prop-trading-work/)

_2026-08-27 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Sports prop trading and sports betting are different. A sports bettor typically uses personal funds, chooses wagers, and keeps the outcome of each bet tied to their own bankroll. Sports prop trading gives traders access to a funded account under specific rules, allowing them to trade sports markets without relying on their own capital. The \[…\] The post How Does Sports Prop Trading Work appeared…

## [AIM movers: Thruvision contract and Vertu Motors upgrade](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/aim-movers-thruvision-contract-and-vertu-motors-upgrade/)

_2026-08-27 · Andrew Hore · UK Investor Magazine_

Surveillance technology supplier Thruvision (LON: THRU) has received an order from government in Canada for the 8108 WalkTHRU equipment. It will be used for screening visitors to the council chambers. There have also been other orders in Europe. The share price is 22.5% higher at 1.5p Galantas Gold (LON: GAL) increased its interim loss from operations \[…\] The post AIM movers: Thruvision contract…

## [FTSE 100 misses out on Nvidia boost](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/ftse-100-misses-out-on-nvidia-boost/)

_2026-08-27 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

The FTSE 100 fell on Thursday, missing out on a boost from Nvidia earnings, which sparked a rally in US futures after the chip giant smashed estimates. Nvidia shares were a whopping 7% higher in the US premarket, helping lift most of the US tech sector. London’s leading index side-stepped most of the concern around \[…\] The post FTSE 100 misses out on Nvidia boost appeared first on UK Investor…

## [Nuveen Raises Over $1 Billion for Fund Backing Energy, Water, Resilience Upgrades for Buildings](https://www.esgtoday.com/nuveen-raises-over-1-billion-for-fund-backing-energy-water-resilience-upgrades-for-buildings/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=nuveen-raises-over-1-billion-for-fund-backing-energy-water-resilience-upgrades-for-buildings)

_2026-08-27 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Global investment manager Nuveen and its sustainable commercial real estate financing solutions business Nuveen Green \[…\]

## [Currys: clear drivers for continued growth and tailwinds for shares, now 148p, to perform well – AGM Update shortly](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/currys-clear-drivers-for-continued-growth-and-tailwinds-for-shares-now-148p-to-perform-well-agm-update-shortly/)

_2026-08-27 · Mark Watson-Mitchell · UK Investor Magazine_

“We Help Everyone Enjoy Amazing Technology, however they choose to shop with us.” On Thursday, 10th September, the £1.7bn-capitalised Currys (LON:CURY) will hold its AGM for its 2026 results, ahead of which I expect to see an AGM Trading Update being issued. Based upon recent statements from the famous electrical retail group together with broker analysis, I see the group’s shares rising at least…

## [Halfords upgrades profit forecast on warm-weather boost](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/halfords-upgrades-profit-forecast-on-warm-weather-boost/)

_2026-08-27 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Halfords shares jumped on Thursday after it raised its profit guidance for the year following a strong trading period, helped by an unusually warm summer that lifted demand for seasonal products. It was a short update from Halfords on Thursday. But the numbers did the talking and didn’t need embellishment. The motoring and cycling retailer \[…\] The post Halfords upgrades profit forecast on…

## [Young investors trust AI more than celebrities, FCA finds](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/young-investors-trust-ai-more-than-celebrities-fca-finds/)

_2026-08-27 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Young and inexperienced investors are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for help with their money, trusting it more than television or celebrities, according to new data from the Financial Conduct Authority. The FCA found that four in five less experienced investors have used AI to help with investing. The findings, as you’d expect, drew a \[…\] The post Young investors trust AI more…

## [Nvidia revenue doubles to $96bn as AI chip demand surges](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/nvidia-revenue-doubles-to-96bn-as-ai-chip-demand-surges/)

_2026-08-26 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Nvidia reported another set of record results, with quarterly revenue more than doubling year on year to $96.2bn, as demand for its artificial intelligence chips showed no sign of slowing. Revenue of $96.2bn beat expectations of $92bn. EPS came in at $2.22 against expectations of $2.02. The chipmaker’s data centre-focused Compute & Networking division has \[…\] The post Nvidia revenue doubles to…

## [Meta agrees to teen safety overhaul and $18bn payment, shares rise](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/meta-agrees-to-teen-safety-overhaul-and-18bn-payment-shares-rise/)

_2026-08-26 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Meta Platforms has struck an agreement with a group of 52 US attorneys general to introduce sweeping new safety measures for teenagers on Facebook and Instagram, alongside a payment of around $18bn. Although the payment of $18bn may seem like a lot, it’s a drop in the ocean for Meta, the owner of Facebook and \[…\] The post Meta agrees to teen safety overhaul and $18bn payment, shares rise appeared…

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_2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_

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## [Deloitte to Pay Over $20 Million to Settle U.S. Anti-DEI Case](https://www.esgtoday.com/deloitte-to-pay-over-20-million-to-settle-u-s-anti-dei-case/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=deloitte-to-pay-over-20-million-to-settle-u-s-anti-dei-case)

_2026-08-26 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it has reached a settlement with Deloitte, \[…\]

## [Certain Energy Raises $13 Million for New Low-Cost, Long Duration Energy Storage Solution](https://www.esgtoday.com/certain-energy-raises-13-million-for-new-low-cost-long-duration-energy-storage-solution/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=certain-energy-raises-13-million-for-new-low-cost-long-duration-energy-storage-solution)

_2026-08-26 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Energy storage technology company Certain Energy announced today that it has raised £10 million (USD$13.6 \[…\]

## [Philips Issues its First EuGB-Aligned Green Bond](https://www.esgtoday.com/philips-issues-its-first-eugb-aligned-green-bond/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=philips-issues-its-first-eugb-aligned-green-bond)

_2026-08-26 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

Health technology company Philips announced the pricing of its new €650 million green bond offering, \[…\]

## [Data Center Power Solutions Startup Emerald AI Raises $150 Million at Unicorn Valuation](https://www.esgtoday.com/data-center-power-solutions-startup-emerald-ai-raises-150-million-at-unicorn-valuation/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=data-center-power-solutions-startup-emerald-ai-raises-150-million-at-unicorn-valuation)

_2026-08-26 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

AI data center grid flexibility technology company Emerald AI announced that it has raised $150 \[…\]

## [AIM movers: Central Asia Metals profit trebles and Nexteq diversifies](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/aim-movers-central-asia-metals-profit-trebles-and-nexteq-diversifies/)

_2026-08-26 · Andrew Hore · UK Investor Magazine_

Gaming and broadcast technology supplier Nexteq (LON: NXQ) has diversified its customer base through Densitron winning an order for customised displays for electric delivery vehicles from a supplier of automotive electronics. Production should start before the end of the year and should build up over three years. There are no changes to forecasts. The share \[…\] The post AIM movers: Central Asia…

## [Environmental, Carbon Markets Platforms Climate Impact X, Carbonplace to Merge](https://www.esgtoday.com/environmental-carbon-markets-platforms-climate-impact-x-carbonplace-to-merge/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=environmental-carbon-markets-platforms-climate-impact-x-carbonplace-to-merge)

_2026-08-26 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

Singapore-based environmental markets exchange Climate Impact X (CIX) and London-based carbon market platform Carbonplace announced \[…\]

## [Mila Resources doubles gold resource at Coffey to 41,000 ounces](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/mila-resources-doubles-gold-resource-at-coffey-to-41000-ounces/)

_2026-08-26 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Mila Resources has roughly doubled the gold resource at its Coffey deposit in Western Australia, as the explorer weighs the future development of its Kathleen Valley project. The company said an updated JORC estimate put Coffey’s inferred mineral resource at 41,300 ounces of contained gold, up from 21,000 ounces reported in 2020. The estimate, which \[…\] The post Mila Resources doubles gold…

## [FTSE 100 flat as oil prices drop](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/ftse-100-flat-as-oil-prices-drop/)

_2026-08-26 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

The FTSE 100 was broadly flat on Wednesday with stocks barely reacting to the latest efforts in the Middle East to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. London’s leading index was down 6 points at the time of writing after bouncing around in a 30-point range for most of the session. “Markets have adopted a similar \[…\] The post FTSE 100 flat as oil prices drop appeared first on UK Investor Magazine .

## [MassMutual Ventures Launches $150 Million Climate Tech Startup Fund](https://www.esgtoday.com/massmutual-ventures-launches-150-million-climate-tech-startup-fund/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=massmutual-ventures-launches-150-million-climate-tech-startup-fund)

_2026-08-26 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

MassMutual Ventures (MMV), the venture capital investment arm of financial services and insurance company MassMutual, \[…\]

## [James Fisher &#038; Sons: above, below and beyond the world’s oceans, this Blue Economy leader’s shares are due for a re-rating](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/james-fisher-sons-above-below-and-beyond-the-worlds-oceans-this-blue-economy-leaders-shares-are-due-for-a-re-rating/)

_2026-08-26 · Mark Watson-Mitchell · UK Investor Magazine_

“Our market is the ‘Blue Economy’, water is where we come alive. Our technical expertise and experience spans centuries, industries and continents and our track record allows us to deliver on complex customer challenges in the most demanding environment – the world’s oceans.” This £228m-capitalised group’s shares have strong attractions despite trading on some 21 times current year earnings! In a…

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_2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_

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## [Energy price cap to rise 4% in October as gas costs climb](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/energy-price-cap-to-rise-4-in-october-as-gas-costs-climb/)

_2026-08-26 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

The energy price cap will rise by 4% from October, Ofgem said, pushing up bills for millions of households as the conflict in the Middle East keeps wholesale gas prices elevated. The regulator said the cap for a typical household paying by direct debit will increase by £60 a year, or £5 a month, to \[…\] The post Energy price cap to rise 4% in October as gas costs climb appeared first on UK Investor…

## [Applied Nutrition beats expectations with 50% revenue growth](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/applied-nutrition-beats-expectations-with-50-revenue-growth/)

_2026-08-26 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Applied Nutrition said full-year revenue and profit would come in ahead of expectations, and guided to further growth in the year ahead, as the sports nutrition brand’s rapid expansion continued. The company expects revenue for the year to 31 July to have risen 50% to £160m, with adjusted EBITDA up 40% to about £43.3m, beating \[…\] The post Applied Nutrition beats expectations with 50% revenue…

## [TPXimpact lands £24m in public-sector contract wins](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/tpximpact-lands-24m-in-public-sector-contract-wins/)

_2026-08-26 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

TPXimpact has secured contract wins and uplifts totalling £24m across two UK public-sector clients. The digital services company said it had won a £19m contract uplift and a one-year extension to its delivery partnership with HM Land Registry, taking the contract out to May 2028. The deal builds on its 2023 appointment as the registry’s \[…\] The post TPXimpact lands £24m in public-sector contract…

## [Aker, Microsoft Partner to Advance Maturity, Delivery of Carbon Capture and Removal Projects](https://www.esgtoday.com/aker-microsoft-partner-to-advance-maturity-and-delivery-of-carbon-capture-and-removal-projects/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=aker-microsoft-partner-to-advance-maturity-and-delivery-of-carbon-capture-and-removal-projects)

_2026-08-25 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

Energy-focused global engineering and technology company Aker Solutions announced a new agreement with Microsoft, with \[…\]

## [Lookthrough Acquires Real Estate ESG Data and Reporting Platform BuildingMinds](https://www.esgtoday.com/lookthrough-acquires-real-estate-esg-data-and-reporting-platform-buildingminds/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=lookthrough-acquires-real-estate-esg-data-and-reporting-platform-buildingminds)

_2026-08-25 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Real estate decision intelligence platform Lookthrough announced an agreement to acquire Schindler-owned real estate portfolio \[…\]

## [responsAbility Raises $461 Million for Asia-Focused Climate Fund](https://www.esgtoday.com/responsability-raises-461-million-for-asia-focused-climate-fund/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=responsability-raises-461-million-for-asia-focused-climate-fund)

_2026-08-25 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

M&G’s impact investing unit responsAbility Investments announced that it has raised $461 million in commitments \[…\]

## [Mantel Raises $18 Million to Commercialize Carbon Capture Solution for Heavy Industry](https://www.esgtoday.com/mantel-raises-18-million-to-commercialize-carbon-capture-solution-for-heavy-industry/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=mantel-raises-18-million-to-commercialize-carbon-capture-solution-for-heavy-industry)

_2026-08-25 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Carbon capture startup Mantel announced that it has raised $18 million, including strategic investments from \[…\]

## [Australia Proposes Measures to Reduce Climate Reporting Burden on Companies](https://www.esgtoday.com/australia-proposes-measures-to-reduce-climate-reporting-burden-on-companies/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=australia-proposes-measures-to-reduce-climate-reporting-burden-on-companies)

_2026-08-25 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

The Government of Australia’s Treasury department announced the launch of a consultation on a series \[…\]

## [AIM movers: Norman Broadbent appointed to government framework and Tungsten West secures government funding](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/aim-movers-norman-broadbent-appointed-to-government-framework-and-tungsten-west-secures-government-funding/)

_2026-08-25 · Andrew Hore · UK Investor Magazine_

Galileo Resources (LON: GLR) says initial surface work has uncovered a copper porphyry mineralised system at the Ferber licence in Nevada, where it is working alongside Bronco Creek Exploration Inc. A drilling programme is planned. The share price increased by one-fifth to 0.75p. Tungsten West (LON: TUN) has secured investment of up to £71m from \[…\] The post AIM movers: Norman Broadbent appointed…

## [FTSE 100 displays resilience ahead of Nvidia results and Jackson Hole](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/ftse-100-displays-resilience-ahead-of-nvidia-results-and-jackson-hole/)

_2026-08-25 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

The FTSE 100 was treading water on Tuesday as investors braced for major corporate and monetary policy events later in the week. It could be a big week for equity markets, with Nvidia set to report results and the Fed Chair potentially setting the tone for interest-rate expectations. With such events on the horizon, it’s \[…\] The post FTSE 100 displays resilience ahead of Nvidia results and Jackson…

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_2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_

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## [Tungsten West secures £71m National Wealth Fund backing to restart Hemerdon](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/tungsten-west-secures-71m-national-wealth-fund-backing-to-restart-hemerdon/)

_2026-08-25 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Tungsten West has agreed terms with the National Wealth Fund on an investment of up to £71 million, completing the funding package to restart its Hemerdon tungsten and tin mine in Devon. The UK Government fund will take an equity stake and provide debt financing, giving the state a direct interest in a domestic source \[…\] The post Tungsten West secures £71m National Wealth Fund backing to restart…

## [U.S. DOE Invests $500 Million in Critical Mineral, Battery Supply Chain Projects](https://www.esgtoday.com/u-s-doe-invests-500-million-in-critical-mineral-and-battery-supply-chain-projects/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=u-s-doe-invests-500-million-in-critical-mineral-and-battery-supply-chain-projects)

_2026-08-24 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) announced \[…\]

## [AIM weekly movers: Vast returns](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/aim-weekly-movers-vast-returns/)

_2026-08-22 · Andrew Hore · UK Investor Magazine_

Coal mine developer GCM Resources (LON: GCM) says recent Bangladesh government statements are positive, and the government is finalising its national energy mix policy with coal likely to be a part of the mix. The share price soared 336% to 17p, but there is still a lot to achieve before this becomes a truly commercial \[…\] The post AIM weekly movers: Vast returns appeared first on UK Investor…

## [Aquis weekly movers: Ajax Resources buying majority stake in Paguanta project](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/aquis-weekly-movers-ajax-resources-buying-majority-stake-in-paguanta-project/)

_2026-08-22 · Andrew Hore · UK Investor Magazine_

Shares in Gledhow Investments (LON: GDH) continue to rise following the previous week’s announcement of a greater focus on natural resources and commitments for a £400,000 subscription at 1p/share, which was more than double the market price at the time. It is also acquiring Penina Resources in return for 21.9 million shares, and this bring \[…\] The post Aquis weekly movers: Ajax Resources buying…

## [Adsure Services profits jump amid new growth strategy launch](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/adsure-services-profits-jump-amid-new-growth-strategy-launch/)

_2026-08-21 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Adsure Services has reported a year of sharply improved profitability and set out an ambitious plan to reshape itself into a cluster of specialist professional services firms. For the year ended 31 March 2026, the holding company for business assurance provider TIAA Limited grew operating profit by 18.4% to £1.07m, up from £0.9m. Profit before \[…\] The post Adsure Services profits jump amid new…

## [Mafix Raises $5.4 Million to Turn Rocks into Carbon-Removing Fertilizer](https://www.esgtoday.com/mafix-raises-5-4-million-to-rocks-into-carbon-removing-fertilizer/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=mafix-raises-5-4-million-to-rocks-into-carbon-removing-fertilizer)

_2026-08-21 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Ag-tech startup Mafix announced that it has raised $5.4 million in a pre-seed funding round, \[…\]

## [AIM movers: Springfield Properties plans share buyback and eEnergy working capital weakness](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/aim-movers-springfield-properties-plans-share-buyback-and-eenergy-working-capital-weakness/)

_2026-08-21 · Andrew Hore · UK Investor Magazine_

KRM22 (LON: KRM) executive director Keith Todd has bought 350,000 shares in the technology and software company at 28p each. The share price gained 7.41% to 29p. Springfield Properties (LON: SPR) will ask for shareholder approval for a share buyback at its AGM on 10 September. The housebuilder wants to buyback up to 5.96 million \[…\] The post AIM movers: Springfield Properties plans share buyback…

## [Position Green Appoints Julia Staunig as New CEO](https://www.esgtoday.com/position-green-appoints-julia-staunig-as-new-ceo/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=position-green-appoints-julia-staunig-as-new-ceo)

_2026-08-21 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

Sustainability software and advisory company Position Green announced today the appointment of its Chief Operating \[…\]

## [Tekcapital&#8217;s Guident signs three-year robotics deal with Coastal Waste](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/tekcapitals-guident-signs-three-year-robotics-deal-with-coastal-waste/)

_2026-08-21 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

It’s been a busy week of announcements for Tekcapital, with Friday bringing an update on portfolio company Guident, which has signed a 36-month agreement with Coastal Waste & Recycling. It’s an extension of an existing deal that will see the rollout of autonomous inspection robots and AI monitoring software across the operator’s US sites. Tekcapital \[…\] The post Tekcapital’s Guident signs…

## [Neocrete Raises $3.5 Million to Cut Carbon and Cost of Concrete](https://www.esgtoday.com/neocrete-raises-3-5-million-to-cut-carbon-and-cost-of-concrete/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=neocrete-raises-3-5-million-to-cut-carbon-and-cost-of-concrete)

_2026-08-21 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Concrete decarbonization technology company Neocrete announced that it has raised $3.5 million in a funding \[…\]

## [Google Invests $60 Million in New Water Stewardship Projects Across the U.S.](https://www.esgtoday.com/google-invests-60-million-in-new-water-stewardship-projects-across-the-u-s/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=google-invests-60-million-in-new-water-stewardship-projects-across-the-u-s)

_2026-08-21 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

Google announced a significant expansion in its water replenishment investments, with commitments of $60 million \[…\]

## [Corero Network Security: 2025 loss-maker states that strong order intake and revenue growth underpins operational progress](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/corero-network-security-2025-loss-maker-states-that-strong-order-intake-and-revenue-growth-underpins-operational-progress-recovery-underway-interims-within-a-month/)

_2026-08-21 · Mark Watson-Mitchell · UK Investor Magazine_

If investing in a company currently rated at over 130 times 2026 estimated earnings scares you – then do not read this article! However, I do feel that patient investors looking for capital growth situations could do well taking a view on the shares of Corero Network Security (LON:CNS), now just 7.25p. The £37m-capitalised company is a global provider of automated business continuity and network…

## [UK consumer confidence hits two-year high in August](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/uk-consumer-confidence-hits-two-year-high-in-august/)

_2026-08-21 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

UK consumer confidence rose to its highest level in two years in August, according to GfK, as optimism about personal finances and the wider economy continued to recover. GfK’s long-running confidence index climbed three points to -14, its best reading in two years and a marked improvement on the -25 recorded as recently as April. \[…\] The post UK consumer confidence hits two-year high in August…

## [Trellus Health to appoint administrators, shareholders face wipeout](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/trellus-health-to-appoint-administrators-shareholders-face-wipeout/)

_2026-08-21 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

Another AIM company bites the dust. Trellus Health has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators after concluding that it no longer has sufficient funds to continue trading as a going concern. The AIM-listed healthcare company, which runs a digital platform for managing complex chronic conditions, said it had lined up Paul Zalkin and \[…\] The post Trellus Health to appoint…

## [CPP Investments Launches Reporting on Portfolio Carbon Intensity, Transition Governance](https://www.esgtoday.com/cpp-investments-launches-reporting-on-portfolio-carbon-intensity-transition-governance/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=cpp-investments-launches-reporting-on-portfolio-carbon-intensity-transition-governance)

_2026-08-20 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

CPP Investments, the investment manager of the Canada Pension Plan, announced the launch of a \[…\]

## [Dimension Energy Secures $857 Million to Fund Expansion of U.S. Distributed Solar Portfolio](https://www.esgtoday.com/dimension-energy-raises-857-million-to-fund-expansion-of-u-s-distributed-solar-portfolio/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=dimension-energy-raises-857-million-to-fund-expansion-of-u-s-distributed-solar-portfolio)

_2026-08-20 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Solar developer and operator Dimension Energy announced that it has raised $857 million in capital, \[…\]

## [GIC Appoints De Rui Wong as Head of Sustainability](https://www.esgtoday.com/gic-appoints-de-rui-wong-as-head-of-sustainability/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=gic-appoints-de-rui-wong-as-head-of-sustainability)

_2026-08-20 · Mark Segal · ESG Today_

Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund, GIC, has appointed De Rui Wong as its new Head of \[…\]

## [Microsoft, Qcells Partner to Pair AI Infrastructure with New Energy Capacity](https://www.esgtoday.com/microsoft-qcells-partner-to-pair-ai-infrastructure-with-new-energy-capacity/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=microsoft-qcells-partner-to-pair-ai-infrastructure-with-new-energy-capacity)

_2026-08-20 · Kenny Fisher · ESG Today_

Microsoft and clean energy company Qcells announced a significant expansion of their alliance, currently focused \[…\]

## [AIM movers: Everyman Media stake acquisition and ex-dividends](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/aim-movers-everyman-media-stake-acquisition-and-ex-dividends/)

_2026-08-20 · Andrew Hore · UK Investor Magazine_

Talisman Metals (LON: TLM) has raised £501,800 at 7p/share. the cash will finance exploration at the Tirzzit copper project and the Fougnar copper project in Morocco. The share price gained 16.7% to 7p. Sunrise Resources (LON: SRES) says phase III sample evaluation at the Pioche Sepiolite project in Nevada has been positive with additional sepiolite \[…\] The post AIM movers: Everyman Media stake…

## [FTSE 100 dips as JD Sports sinks](https://ukinvestormagazine.co.uk/ftse-100-dips-as-jd-sports-sinks/)

_2026-08-20 · UK Investor Magazine · UK Investor Magazine_

The FTSE 100 dipped on Thursday as investors grappled with a volley of macro developments, including intervention in the US Treasury market, Trump’s latest warning to Iran, and hawkish Fed minutes. The net result was a FTSE 100 trading down by 0.2%, but within the tight range it has settled into after the last week. \[…\] The post FTSE 100 dips as JD Sports sinks appeared first on UK Investor…

