Revolution Bars Group PLC on Thursday said it held exploratory talks with Nightcap PLC, which could result in the latter making a takeover offer.
Revolution Bars shares rose 15% to 1.67 pence each on.
Revolution Bars confirmed on Thursday that it has held "an exploratory meeting" with Piano Works owner Nightcap about a range of possible transactions, including a potential takeover.
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