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Babcock supervisors sacked over 'vouchers scheme abuse'

A number of supervisors at Babcock have been dismissed due to allegations that they have taken advantage of an incentive programme ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 16

Defence shares climb on investment hopes after new Chancellor named

Babcock was the top riser on the FTSE 100, with shares up 7.8%, while BAE Systems lifted by 3.25% and Qinetiq moved 4% higher.

Evening Standard · Jul 21

Brexit and Covid beset Royal Navy contractor as profits plunge

Babcock reports underlying operating profits down 19%, with frigate-building programme making a loss

The Guardian - UK · Jun 22

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‘The potential is huge’: Plymouth hopes defence money will have it sailing again

Local leaders are optimistic investment and regeneration plans will help make ‘ocean city’ an appealing place to live

The Guardian - UK · May 31

Cost of building Royal Navy Type 31 frigates rises by £140m, say Babcock

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The Independent UK · May 13

Babcock International Group H2 Earnings Call Highlights

Babcock International Group (LON:BAB) executives said the defense contractor delivered a strong underlying performance in fiscal 2026, but the update was overshadowed by a new GBP 140 million charge tied to its Type 31 frigate program. Speaking on a post-close trading update call, Group CEO David L

MarketBeat · May 13

Defence firm Babcock faces £140m hit over Royal Navy warship design changes

The company is set to deliver five frigates that are being built at its manufacturing site in Rosyth in Fife.

The Independent UK · May 13

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Babcock takes £140m hit from reworks to new Royal Navy warships

The company is set to deliver five frigates that are being built at its manufacturing site in Rosyth in Fife.

Evening Standard · May 13

Babcock Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Babcock (NYSE:BW) reported a sharply stronger first quarter of 2026, with management pointing to rising demand for power generation from utilities, industrial customers and AI data centers as a key driver of growth. Chairman and CEO Kenneth Young said on the company’s earnings call that the quarter

MarketBeat · May 12

Lib Dems pledge to put defence at heart of industrial and skills strategy

Alex Cole-Hamilton made the pledge ahead of a visit to Babcock’s site in Rosyth.

Evening Standard · Apr 29

FTSE 100 closes lower as Iran war sends price of oil rocketing

The index closed down 98.31 points, 0.9%, at 10,305.29.

Evening Standard · Mar 18

This Energy Stock Is Up 700%, But I Wouldn’t Touch It with a 10-Foot Pole

Babcock & Wilcox (BW) has surged nearly 700% over the past year, hitting a new 5-year high of $10.97. BW has a 100% “Buy” Barchart opinion. Despite technical strength, earnings and revenue are projected to decline this year. Morningstar warns BW is 79% overvalued with weak financial health, suggesting caution...

Barchart · Jan 29

5 Alternative Energy Stocks Riding the AI Power Crunch

AI-driven electricity demand is fueling a power crunch, pushing alternative energy stocks into one of the market’s strongest momentum themes.

MarketBeat · Jan 26

Babcock picks nuclear boss to lead business after chief announces retirement

It said David Lockwood will step down as chief executive by the end of 2026, to be replaced by Harry Holt.

Evening Standard · Jan 23

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Evening Standard · Nov 25, 2025

Kate Forbes: I have no interest in spat with the UK Government over Mossmorran

The Deputy First Minister said reports of a conflict with Labour are a ‘dis-service’ to at-risk workers.

Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2025

Defence firm could look at employing some Mossmorran workers, Alexander says

The Scottish Secretary hailed a meeting with the Scottish Government and employers as ‘constructive’.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 5, 2025

Fife shipyard set to win £1bn Danish navy contract

A Fife shipyard looks set to win a £1 billion contract to build four frigates for the Danish navy ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 25, 2025

Edinburgh festival rejects call to end sponsorship deal over 'genocide profits'

MORE than 500 artists, performers, and audience members have called for the Edinburgh International Festival (EIF) to cut ties ...

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Evening Standard · Aug 18, 2025

FTSE 100 edges up ahead of Trump-Zelensky talks

Investors are focused on a speech by US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell, with hopes he will provide clues on Fed plans for interest rates.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2025

FTSE 100 hits record high as investors shrug off trade war concerns

Trader confidence that Trump will not act on tariff threat sends London Stock Exchange index to 8,979 points

The Guardian - AU · Jul 2, 2025

Defence failed to properly investigate bribery allegations against Australian navy contractor officials, audit finds

Poor management of contracts worth more than $3.5bn has led to critical failures, including during a Vanuatu cyclone humanitarian operation, the ANAO says

The Guardian - UK · Jun 25, 2025

It’s also a ‘new era’ for share prices in the defence sector

Nato’s spending splurge has made Babcock hot – a sign fundamental change in dull income defence stocks is happening

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2025

Babcock shines but FTSE 100 gives up early gains

The FTSE 100 index closed down 40.24 points, 0.5%, at 8,718.75.

Evening Standard · Jun 25, 2025

Babcock hails ‘new era of defence’ as global threats prompt greater spending

The London-listed company reported higher profits and raised its financial outlook.

Evening Standard · Jun 15, 2025

Royal Navy’s newest warship takes to water for first time in Scotland

HMS Venturer made its debut on the River Forth after four years of construction.

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