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Marston’s (MARS) 198.5p

Th pub operator warns that first half pre-tax profits will be impacted by higher interest charges. (Read the full story: www.sharesmagazine.com/node/3913)

Venture Production (VPC) 639.5p

Venture Production has agreed to acquire the interests of Tullow Oil in certain North Sea gas fields. (Read the full story: www.sharesmagazine.com/node/3914)

Scottish & Southern Energy (SSE) £14.14

Severn Trent (SVT) £14.46

Utility companies are under pressure from the regulators over improper practices. (Read the full story: www.sharesmagazine.com/node/3920)

Moss Bros (MOSB) 51p

Laura Ashley has further increased its stake in Moss Bros, amid ongoing takeover talks between Moss Bross and Baugur. (Read the full story: www.sharesmagazine.com/node/3915)