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Hikma: The generic drugmaker is to invest $1 billion to expand manufacturing for its US business.
Chemring: The defence contractor has agreed to buy Hampshire-based radio systems firm Landguard for £20 million.
TT Electronics: The high-tech components maker said revenue has fallen in the first five months of the year and expects to update on a CEO appointment in the second half.
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