What’s behind London FTSE 100’s record run? May 10, 2024 So far this year the FTSE 100 has climbed just under eight per cent, which puts it roughly in line with peers in Frankfurt and Paris.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to extend bull run on renewed global rate cut optimism May 10, 2024 Asian markets surged with Wall Street, reflecting growing investor confidence, with Europe, including London, set to follow.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to open higher before BOE policy decision; all eyes on rate cut clues May 9, 2024 Asian markets mirrored Wall Street's mixed performance, with oil prices surged. All eyes were on the Bank of England's policy decision.
FTSE 100 today: Rate cut optimism to fuel Footsie’s push to fresh record highs May 8, 2024 Markets showcase mixed performance in Asia, mirroring Wall Street's trajectory. Oil prices dip, while Reddit shares soar by 16 per cent. Additionally, TikTok initiates a legal challenge against a potential US ban, adding to tech sector uncertainties. All attention now shifts to the Bank of England policy decision and UK GDP data release.
FTSE 100 closes above 8,300 barrier amid global rally May 7, 2024 London's FTSE 100 posted a new intraday record on Tuesday amid a global stock market rally driven by renewed optimism on interest rate cuts from major central banks.
FTSE 100 today: London markets to scale to new highs on growing rate cut bets, riding global rally wave May 7, 2024 Asian markets surged in line with Wall Street's positive trend, while oil prices rose after Israel's strike in Gaza. Gold prices also climbed amid geopolitical uncertainties. Australia's central bank holds the cash rate at 4.35 per cent. Investors are now focused on the Bank of England (BoE) policy decision and UK GDP data for further market cues.
FTSE 100 today: London shares set to open higher, following global tech-driven rally May 3, 2024 Asian stocks surged today, buoyed by Wall Street's tech-driven rally. Apple's record buyback plan lifted its shares, while the yen strengthened and oil prices rose. Labour also made gains in local elections. Attention now turns to the US non-farm payrolls report for economic cues.
FTSE 100 today: London shares poised to rise after US Fed maintains status quo; eyes on Apple and StanChart earnings May 2, 2024 Asian markets opened cautiously on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve signalled a delay in interest rate cuts, dragging Wall Street lower. Oil prices surged in anticipation of US reserve replenishment, and the yen strengthened amid intervention speculation. Qualcomm's stock surged on strong earnings. Focus now turns to earnings reports from Apple and StanChart.
FTSE 100 today: London stocks to stay subdued in light trading as Asia and Europe mark Labour Day holidays May 1, 2024 Asian markets were mixed following Wall Street's poor performance. Concurrently, oil prices experienced a decline while gold remained stable. Starbucks, AMD, and Supermicro saw significant stock declines. Now, all eyes are on the upcoming US Federal Reserve policy decision and Chair Jay Powell's remarks.
Sensodyne maker Haleon to cut over 400 jobs and close its only UK factory April 30, 2024 The maker of Sensodyne toothpaste and Advil painkillers has announced plans to close its only UK factory which will see the loss of more than 400 jobs.