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The below stocks have been identified as having potential to register bigger than normal share price moves (up or down) today based on the news cited
Aer Lingus (AERL) - Named Stephen Kavanagh as its new CEO as it negotiates its potential takeover by IAG; Has given its qualified backing to BA-owner's €1.36B takeover approach, subject to the Irish state selling its 25 percent holding. Closing price €2.21 (Reuters)
Hammerson (HMSO) - Posted an 11.3% rise in full-year net asset value (a key metric reflecting the value of their buildings) as a positive shift in consumer sentiment encouraged retailers and drove up rents. Closing price 691p (Reuters)
Balfour Beatty (BALF) - Has sold 80% of its interest in Thanet Ofto for £40M as part of plans to overhaul its business following last week's boardroom shakeup after a string of profit warnings Closing price 235.4p (Reuters)
Fidessa (FDSA) - Reported a 9% drop in full-year pretax profit as a strong pound more than offset gains from improved market conditions. Closing price 2470p (Reuters)
888 Holdings (888) - Said discussions concerning a takeover by Britain's biggest bookmaker William Hill had ended after talks broke down. Closing price 140.5p (Reuters)
Afren (AFRE) - Two credit rating agencies have warned of an imminent risk of the company's default. Closing price 7.32p (Reuters)
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| Stock | Code | Close | High | Low |
| Rolls-Royce | RR | 4.36% | 4.97% | -3.54% |
| British Land | BLND | 0.67% | 1.03% | 0.06% |
| Anglo American | AAL | 3.35% | 4.12% | 1.03% |
| RPS Group | RPS | 9.48% | 10.71% | 0.44% |
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