Barclays reported a 12% rise in profit, totaling £2.3 billion, and announced a £500 million stock repurchase. Despite the rise, the bank failed to meet forecasts. The investment bank's poor performance contributed to the overall shortfall. Additionally, Goldman Sachs reduced its stake in Ceres Power Holdings to 1.42% after crossing a threshold on October 16, 2026. The bank's regulatory news was noted in recent articles.