The FTSE 100 was expected to open 20.3 points lower on Friday after having seen out the previous session 1.25% higher at 7,260.61. Stocks to watchChemicals company Johnson Matthey has sold the majority of its health business to Altaris Capital Partners for £325.0m. Johnson Matthey will keep around 30% of the division and said it expects to realise "significant additional future value" as a result of the sale. The FTSE 100-listed firm also anticipates the sale giving rise to an accounting loss on disposal/impairment of around £200.0m. Healthcare facilities investor Primary Health Properties has agreed to acquire a medical and office facility in the North East of England for a total of £10.0m.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 17, 2021 08:21 UTC