Future Group on track to meet forecasts

Shares in FTSE 250 publishing firm Future Group (LON:FUTR) have climbed by 33.73% to 802.40p (as of 13:15 GMT) following an update on the six months ended 31st March. Management said that trade had continued fairly well during the last few weeks and sales growth at grocers has partially offset declines in travel outlets.

The company expects to report results within the range of previous expectations, but it has decided to implemented profit protection measures due to the volatility of the current climate.