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Killik & Co's Weekly Market Update: 2nd Apr

Apr 2, 2026

The market update highlights volatility driven by the Middle East situation and its impact on oil prices. Stock markets experienced their worst quarter since 2022, with regional performances varying based on oil import dependency. UK mortgage rates have risen, negatively affecting house builders. Unilever announced a complex deal with McCormick to combine their food businesses, which was met with a negative share price reaction.

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McCormick's share price reacted negatively to the announcement of a deal to combine its business with Unilever's remaining food operations, expected to complete by mid-2027.

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Unilever's share price reacted negatively to the announcement of a complex deal to combine its remaining food business with McCormick, expected to complete by mid-2027.

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