Update: Woodford-backed Provident Financial booted out of FTSE 100

Shares fell nearly 70% on profit warning

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Sub-prime lender Provident Financial took another hit on Wednesday as it was kicked out of the FTSE 100, adding to growing concerns about the welfare of the company.

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