STOCK WATCH

■ SHARES in Itaconix plunged after a sharp fall in revenue and increased losses.

The firm, which makes ingredients used in soap, hair styling gel and dishwasher detergent, said demand has been hit following the end of the pandemic.

Revenues fell to £2.1m last year from £2.6m in the previous 12 months.

The group also said that its losses had widened from £790,920 to £1.3m.

Shares were down by 12.8pc, or 0.7p, to 4.75p.