Additional European Equity News

Capgemini (CAP FP) - CEO says the EU went "too far" with AI regulations, making it more difficult to deploy technology in the region, according to Reuters citing an interview. (Reuters) 

Drax (DRX LN) - UK Government says have secured heads of terms that will form the basis of a very different agreement with Drax for support during the 2027-2031 period, re. power plants. Deal limits the rate of return for Drax to a level below that of monopolies regulated by Ofgem. (Newswires)

Direct Line (DLG LN) - Co. and Aviva (AV/ LN) have agreed on a cash and share offer for Direct Line using a Scheme of Arrangement under Part 26 of the Companies Act 2006. (Newswires) 

Johnson Mathey (JMAT LN) - Patrick Thomas does not intend to seek re-election as Chair. (Newswires) 

Vodafone (VOD LN) - Vodafone business IOT expands its IOT connectivity footporint in the Middle East with Mobily. (Newswires) 

UK Jobs / Recruiting names - A KPMG Survey showed that UK jobs market showed further signs of cooling as demand for staff fell the most since mid-2020. (Newswires) 

Telecom Italia (TIT IM) upgraded to Buy from Hold at HSBC