David Callaghan
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Tweet sends Purplebricks shares on rollercoaster
A tweet suggesting Purplebricks had enjoyed a record month sent the online estate agent’s shares on a rollercoaster ride.
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Tesco buys wholesaler Booker
Tesco is to buy wholesale company Booker in a £3.9bn deal.
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Countryside shares dip after investor sells
Shares in housing developer Countryside dropped 1.5% after a major investor sold part of its stake.
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Council rejects Shard-size towers
Dover district council has rejected plans for two towers the same height as The Shard.
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Purplebricks shares jump after tweet
Shares in Purplebricks leapt 11.5% after the company sent out a tweet about a record-breaking month.
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Strong finish for auctions in 2016
Firms post record December results for lots offered and sold
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Bovis urged to merge with rival
One of the biggest investors in Bovis Homes is pressing for a merger with Berkeley Group.
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Banks urged to stay put
Bank leaders are launching a campaign to persuade their counterparts to stay in the UK despite Brexit.
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Barclays steps up defence over toxic mortgages
Lawyers acting for Barclays are to issue a lawsuit in the US dismissing a claim it misled investors in home loans.
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Bovis urged to merge with rival
One of the biggest investors in Bovis Homes is pushing for a £5bn merger with rival housebuilder Berkeley Group.
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French Connection rebels press for change
Investors in fashion chain French Connection are demanding improved performance from the retailer.
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Londoners double their money
Property owners in London who sold their home last year doubled their money on average.