European Movers: DKSH Holding (DKSH SW) +1.5%, Zegona Communications (ZEG LN) +1.5%, InterContinental Hotels (IHG LN) +2.5%, Antofagasta (ANTO LN) -4.6%, Kerry Group (KYGA LN) -5.5%, Boohoo (DEBS LN) –6.7%, Also Holdings (ALSN SW) -7.1%
The movements in European equities largely reflect the recent earnings reports, with significant upward momentum for InterContinental Hotels following robust revenue growth and a share buyback, indicating strong confidence in future performance.
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EUROPEAN OPEN: ANTO LN sales beat on higher copper prices; IHG LN sees higher FY profits, announces buyback; US to review infant formula ingredients; BAS GY, PHIA NA, SDR LN, OR FP upgraded; NHY NO, ACA FP downgraded
European Movers: DKSH Holding (DKSH SW) +1.5%, Zegona Communications (ZEG LN) +1.5%, InterContinental Hotels (IHG LN) +2.5%, Antofagasta (ANTO LN) -4.6%, Kerry Group (KYGA LN) -5.5%, Boohoo (DEBS LN) –6.7%, Also Holdings (ALSN SW) -7.1%
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- DKSH Holding (DKSH SW) - FY 2025 (CHF): Revenue 11.1bln (prev. 11.1bln Y/Y), Operating income 349.0mln (prev. 343,1mln Y/Y), Net income 210.9mln (prev. 220.9mln Y/Y). (DKSH Holding)
- Zegona Communications (ZEG LN) / AXA (CS FP) - The EU Commission confirmed that the acquisition by AXA of a 40% stake in FiberPass announced on 24th November 2025, is not subject to notification requirements under the merger regulation and can proceed to completion. Completion is expected to take place before the end of March 2026. (Zegona Communications)
- InterContinental Hotels (IHG LN) - FY 2025 (USD): Revenue 5.2bln (prev. 4.92bln Y/Y), Operating profit 1.2bln (prev. 1.0bln Y/Y), Basic EPS 4.8 (prev. 3.9 Y/Y); announces a USD 900mln share buyback. (InterContinental Hotels)
- Antofagasta (ANTO LN) - FY25 (USD) Revenue 8.62bln (exp. 8.5bln), EBITDA 5.20bln (prev. 3.42bln Y/Y), Dividend/shr 64.6c (prev. 31.4c Y/Y). "We are pleased to announce a final dividend recommended for 2025 of 48 cents per share, which, if approved, would equate to a full year pay-out ratio of 50%". Copper: "Copper's fundamental value continues to be demonstrated through sustained demand growth, driven by the global structural trends of energy security and electrification, which saw copper achieve record prices in 2025. As a pure-play copper producer with a portfolio of operations and extensive growth options in established jurisdictions, we are uniquely well-positioned to continue generating long-term stakeholder value and delivering on our purpose - developing mining for a better future." 2026: "The Group's copper production guidance for 2026 remains unchanged at 650,000-700,000 tonnes. Cash costs before by-product credits and net cash costs are expected to be between $2.30/lb and $2.50/lb and between $1.15/lb and $1.35/lb, respectively". "In 2026, consolidated Group capital expenditure, which excludes Zaldívar, is expected to be $3.4 billion". (Antofagasta)
- Kerry Group (KYGA LN) - FY 2025 (EUR): Revenue 6.8bln (prev. 6.9bln Y/Y), EBITDA 1.2bln (prev. 1.2bln Y/Y), Basic EPS 4.0 (prev. 4.2 Y/Y); announces a USD 300mln share buyback. (Kerry Group)
- Boohoo (DEBS LN) - Co. confirms its plan for an equity fundraising of approximately GBP 35mln to improve its capital structure and reduce net debt. Co. also remains confident in achieving GBP 50mln Adjusted EBITDA in FY26 and double-digit Adjusted EBITDA growth in FY27, with significant cost reductions and a move towards an asset-lite model driven by the Debenhams brand. (Debenhams)
- Also Holdings (ALSN SW) - FY 2025 (EUR): Revenue 15.2bln (exp. 13.3bln), EBITDA 286mln (exp. 280mln); Guides initial FY26 EBITDA EUR 300-400mln, ROCE > 20%. (Also Holdings)
Conversely, both Antofagasta and Boohoo are seeing declines due to mixed earnings results and capital restructuring plans, suggesting market caution regarding their outlooks. This divergence highlights varying investor sentiment across sectors, particularly in the copper and consumer markets, which could impact sector performance going forward.
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