GSK shares are today’s major focus after the drugs giant’s defence against Zantac claims suffered a setback in a Delaware court. The FTSE 100 index is trading higher after Friday’s late rally by Wall Street markets was further boosted by this week’s prospect of an ECB interest rate cut. Other companies in the spotlight today include FTSE 250-listed Hollywood Bowl, having posted an 11% rise in half-year profits.
Oil prices have slumped nearly 4pc despite Opec production cuts amid signs that Saudi Arabia will struggle to maintain caps on future supply.
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