London pre-open: FTSE 100 to give up gains

LONDON (SHARECAST) - The top share index is expected to give back the previous day’s modest gains on another quiet day on the company news front. Struggling CD and DVD retailer HMV has struck a refinancing deal with its banks worth £220m that represents an “important milestone” in securing the company’s financial stability.

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