Rightmove is trading at £502.60, up 8.91%, with unconfirmed takeover speculation the clearest reported catalyst.
- On October 8, shares jumped after Betaville reported speculation that a Gulf-backed trade buyer might be interested; REA Group was also mentioned as a possible bidder.
- Betaville called the alert unchecked market gossip. No confirmed offer or company statement was reported, and broader market conditions do not clearly explain the rise.