Chocolate maker Thorntons said it saw improving trading conditions, following strong Easter sales, and its shares closed 5.5p higher at 87.25p.
Computer chip-related shares had a banner day after National Semi said it saw improving orders in May.
It has seen improved revenues after two new wholesalers took on its Anistel products, and now expects full year profits of more than £700,000, compared to the £650,000 it forecast in June.
Management said it is seeing improved demand for products for China's 3G wireless networks.
The company said it continued to see improved demand for its core semiconductor products used in personal computers.
Pep Boys said it's already seeing improved campaign performance.
I would bet that if you polled Twitter users now about one thing they'd like to see improved, it would be search.
It would also like to see improved collaborative investigation and prosecution responses, the creation of specialist operational units with high-level investigative and prosecutorial skills, and a transnational approach by law enforcement officials and policymakers.
The company said it was seeing improving advertising trends.
Believe me, you will see improved results.
