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Now playing Next Markets AstraZeneca shares tumble despite posting strong sales for cancer drug Shares in AstraZeneca were down nearly 4% on the London Stock Exchange on Thursday morning after reporting its latest financial results. 08/02/2024
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Now playing Next Economy UK house prices rise for fourth month running on lower mortgage rates Northern Ireland saw the highest growth within the UK, where house prices increased by about 5.3% annually. 07/02/2024
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