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Stock Movers: Boliden, Next, Aviva

Boliden plunged after seismic disruption at Garpenberg, Next flagged a £15 million hit from the Middle East conflict, and insurers are in the spotlight after Jefferies private credit losses.

Mar 26th 2026 · World

Insights

  • Boliden shares fell up to 15% after reporting abnormally high seismic activity at its Garpenberg mine that has reduced production.
  • Next said the Middle East conflict will add about £15 million of costs and warned it will raise prices if the war continues.
  • Jefferies missed Wall Street estimates due to losses on private credit, putting European insurers with private credit exposure under scrutiny.
  • Investors focused on miners, UK retailers and insurers including AXA, Allianz, Aviva, Legal & General, Prudential, Aegon and NN Group.

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