Markets' sitting pretty

The drinks manufacturer has advanced 24p to 811.50p, after it announced it will put to bed any further discussions with third parties to acquire assets from Allied Domecq. Diageo has also agreed to purchase the Bushmills whiskey brand for £200m. British Airways added 8p to 275p, after saying it will be a likely investor in radio frequency identification technology, in an aim to cut its lost-luggage bills. Mobile phone incumbent O2 has added 3.50p to 125.75p. On the losing side, United Utilities 'A' shares have shed as much as 166p or 33% to 340p, following yesterday's confirmation o...