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Japan expands approval of GSK’s Arexvy to at-risk adults aged 18–49
GSK says Japan has expanded Arexvy eligibility to adults aged 18–49 at increased risk of RSV disease, including immunocompromised patients.
AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo secure FDA approval for Enhertu in early breast cancer
The FDA has approved AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo’s Enhertu for both neoadjuvant and adjuvant treatment of HER2-positive early breast cancer, based on results from the Phase III DESTINY-Breast11 and DESTINY-Breast05 trials.
Prudential expands India presence with Bharti Life acquisition
Prudential plc plans to acquire a 75% stake in Bharti Life, strengthening its position in India’s life insurance market and supporting long-term growth in Asia.
Ofgem closes British Gas prepayment meter investigation
Centrica says British Gas will pay £20m into Ofgem’s Voluntary Redress Fund and review affected customer records after legacy prepayment meter practices between 2018 and 2023.
Spire Healthcare confirms FY26 outlook after in-line trading
Spire Healthcare said trading for the first four months of 2026 was in line with expectations, with strong private patient revenue growth and FY26 adjusted EBITDA still targeted broadly in line with FY25.
Rio Tinto appoints Trudi Charles as Chief Legal Officer
Rio Tinto has named Trudi Charles as Chief Legal Officer, Governance & Corporate Affairs, succeeding Isabelle Deschamps. Charles joins from BP plc and will take up the role on 1 August 2026.
Reckitt hosting “Focus On: Digital Science” investor seminar today
Reckitt will host its latest “Focus On” investor seminar, highlighting how its digital and R&D teams use proprietary data, predictive science and generative AI to accelerate innovation and productivity. The event begins at 15:00 BST and will be led by Chief R&D Officer Angela Naef, alongside senior finance, technology and AI leaders.
Burberry reports return to sales growth in FY26
Burberry Group plc reported preliminary results for the 52 weeks ended 28 March 2026, with comparable store sales up 2% and adjusted operating profit rising to £160 million. The company highlighted strong fourth-quarter performance in Greater China and the Americas and expects further progress in FY27.
National Grid delivers growth across earnings, assets and investment
National Grid delivered FY2026 underlying EPS growth of 8% at constant currency, statutory EPS growth of 9%, and record capital investment of £11.6 billion, supporting asset growth of 10.9%.
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