Lombard – Challenger Metro Bank (MTRO) may be challenged on capital. Regulator is extending the scope of its investigation into accounting error
Why Cobham (COB) takeover may prompt national security concerns. UK company pioneered air refuelling technology and has trained Britain’s military pilots
Lex – Cobham (COB)/Advent: royal air farce. Assessment of threats to competition and UK defence industry only occurs when there is a takeover
Metro Bank (MTRO) staff grilled over misreporting scandal. FCA widens investigation into miscategorised loan risk-weightings to include managers
UK government intervenes in Cobham (COB) £4bn takeover. Competition and Markets Authority to review offer from US private equity firm
Kingfisher (KGF) profits hit by weakness in France and UK B&Q stores. DIY merchant sees ‘mixed’ outlook by geography with ‘continued uncertainty’ in UK
City of London stockbroker Cenkos Securities (CNKS) reshuffles board. Founder shareholder with close links to Neil Woodford among two to leave the board
Pendragon (PDG) says Brexit uncertainty to exacerbate full-year loss. Britain’s largest car dealership swings to first-half loss amid overstocking debacle
