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Logica Plc announced that it is looking to partner with the world's most forward-thinking enterprises through its Global Innovation Venture Partner (GIVP) programme to develop most innovative products and solutions.

A brief summary of the day's market-moving events across Europe's major economies

Spanish shares slumped and its benchmark borrowing costs spiked as investors switched focus to yet another indebted European economy as the region's financial crisis intensifies.

Euro crashes, shares turn red as potential next leader in Greece questions bailout pledges

After Andrew Moss stepped down as CEO of UK insurer Aviva, IBTimes UK asks why they didn't grant him a pay rise in light of recent excellent results

As yet more rows start over executive pay, IBTimes UK looks at the issues around salary-setting remuneration committees and the calls for their reform.

easyJet Plc, Europe's second-largest low-cost carrier, in its pre-close trading statement said at constant currency basis it expects total revenue per seat for the first half will be better than expected at a little over 10 percent

A tough week for Europe's markets just got worse after grim jobs data from the United States

Diageo Plc is expanding into fast-growing emerging markets with a cautious view on the consumer and economic trends in 2012,

Murdoch-controlled pay-tv group tops forecasts for sales, earnings despite controversy over News International business

Avon Rubber Plc anticipates making further progress in FY 2012 despite an uncertain outlook for global defence spending, as the timing of filter deliveries is likely to result a greater second half year weighting.

Man Group Plc has made a strong start to 2012 with combined business power counterbalancing weaker performance at AHL, but Singer Capital downgrades its estimates ahead of the group's first quarter interim management update on Tuesday.

World's biggest stock exchange posts big dip in profits, revenue as share trading slows

WPP PLC has posted a rise of 7.6 percent in its first-quarter revenues at £2.392 billion, as it achieved growth in all regions and business sectors, particularly in Asia Pacific and Latin America.

Aegis Group Plc has reported a rise of 16.3 percent in its total revenue for the first-quarter in constant currency and 17.0 percent at reported rates.

Experts point to data, history in sceptical reading of ONS data on economic growth

Electrolux AB reported a record growth in its first-quarter sales, primarily driven by the acquisitions of CTI and Olympic Group and robust organic growth in Latin America.

Premier Foods reported a slight rise in its first-quarter sales and said its cost reduction and restructuring programme was on track.

Dutch Auction surprises, Spain struggles and Italian costs spike

April data suggests Eurozone could be headed to recession as new leaders loom in France and Holland

Spanish yields rise, shares wobble as investor tone changes

Britain's largest bookmaker's earnings driven by mobile app and online growth

Spectris Plc is expected to go for some small acquisitions after acquiring IRM, Sixnet and Omega in the previous year which add a significant strategic growth platform for its Industrial Controls segment. The group is scheduled to release its interim management statement on Friday.

IMI Plc says it is well placed for the future with a clearly defined strategy which should deliver further sustainable margin improvement and long-term growth, notably through the acceleration of its new product agenda and increased exposure to the faster growing emerging markets.

France, Italy and Spain see bond yields rise despite solid morning auctions

Recently Fitch Ratings revised its long-term outlook for Ladbrokes Plc, Britain's second-biggest bookmaker, to Stable from Negative with long-term IDR (Issuer Default Rating) at 'BB+' and short-term IDR at 'B'. The betting and gaming group is scheduled to release its first-quarter trading update on Thursday.

Bad Loans hit 18-year peak in Spain, 12-year high in Italy as debate about direct bank support intensifies

Bad weather, labour disputes hit key revenue drivers in first quarter

Hunting Plc started its FY 2012 on a solid footing, as the energy demand remains firm. With a wide product and service offerings for its customers, the group has a global manufacturing presence in key energy regions around the world.

Shares of GKN, a global engineering group, rose 4.7 percent last week as Credit Suisse raised its rating to "Outperform" from "Neutral" and sets price target at 240 pence though during last month the group's shares underperformed the sector by shedding 9.9 percent, compared to 8.2 percent decline for the sector.