The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a lower open on Wednesday, with stocks likely to move to the downside after ending yesterday's choppy trading session mixed.
Halfords Group PLC on Wednesday said it suffered from material weakening in three of its four core markets, citing weak customer confidence and wet weather, as it lowered its guidance.
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London’s equity markets experienced a downturn by the close on Wednesday, largely influenced by underperforming stocks such as St James’s Place and Reckitt Benckiser, following disappointing financial results.
The FTSE 100 index finished 0.8% down on Wednesday as shares in wealth manager St. James s Place and consumer goods company Reckitt Benckiser plunged 19% and 13%, respectively. St. James s Place.
1035 GMT - Halfords Group s profit warning due to weak consumer confidence and bad weather suggests it could have excess stock that it will have to clear somehow, AJ Bell investment director Russ.