Breaking pre-market news on Wednesday,
-Home Retail announces £150m share buyback alongside results – statement.
- BBVA reports flat Q1 net profit, says bad debts remain at same level as December – statement.
- Orascom Telecom confirms talks with MTN over possible takeover or asset sales – statement.
- F&C Asset Management to acquire Thames River Capital for £53.6m; launches share placing – statement and statement.
Corporate: Admiral, BATS, Bodycote, Carpetright, Croda, Fenner, Informa, Old Mutual, Petroceltic, Rolls-Royce, Royal Dutch Shell, Stagecoach, Watford Leisure, 888 Holdings,