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US close: Dow, S&P 500 hit new highs in low-volume, shortened session
(Sharecast News) - US stocks rose on Friday with the Dow and S&P 500 both setting new record highs with trading volumes low in a shortened trading session.
London close: Stocks finish November on flat note
(Sharecast News) - London's equity markets ended just above the waterline on Friday, as investors processed a raft of UK economic data and developments in the corporate sector.
Broker tips: JD Sports, Currys, Dunelm, Johnson Matthey, Warpaint
(Sharecast News) - Berenberg has said it has a positive stance UK consumer stocks heading into 2025 due to depressed valuations and improving macro trends, naming JD Sports, Curry's and Dunelm among the best picks in the sector.
Director dealings: Pets At Home CEO raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Pets At Home revealed on Friday that chief executive Lyssa McGowan had acquired 42,294 ordinary shares in the FTSE 250-listed animal products retailer.
FTSE 250 movers: Spire surges; Georgian banks hit by govt EU move
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,732.04 -0.15%
FTSE 100 movers: Anglo American boosted by upgrade; BAE hit by downgrade
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.2% at 8,265.19 in afternoon trade on Friday.
US open: Dow Jones on track for best monthly performance of 2024
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Friday as the Dow Jones headed for its best monthly performance this year.
London midday: FTSE nudges down amid data raft
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had nudged into the red by midday on Friday as investors mulled a slew of UK data releases, with deal news in focus again.
US pre-open: Futures higher ahead of holiday-shortened session
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Friday as traders get set to return from the Thanksgiving Day break.
Week ahead: US non-farm payrolls, Global PMIs in focus
(Sharecast News) - All eyes over the coming week will be on the release of the "all-important" monthly jobs report in the States at the end of the week.
Asia report: Most markets fall as Korean industrial output contracts
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets mostly edged lower on Friday, with South Korea leading the declines as its industrial production contracted for a second consecutive month in October.
Europe midday: Stocks edge higher as EZ inflation ticks up
(Sharecast News) - European shares edged ahead at midday on Friday as investors assessed a slight rise in eurozone inflation.
Europe open: Shares flat as investors await eurozone CPI
(Sharecast News) - European shares were slightly lower at the open on Friday as investors awaited eurozone inflation data.
London open: Stocks steady ahead of data slew; Spire Healthcare jumps
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were steady in early trade on Friday as investors mulled disappointing retail sales figures and looked ahead to a slew of UK data releases.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower; retail sales tumble
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Friday after disappointing retail sales figures, and as investors eyed the release of a slew of UK data points.
London close: Stocks rise with deal news in focus
(Sharecast News) - London markets ended Thursday in positive territory, with deal activity providing a significant boost to specific sectors.
Europe close: Tech stocks push markets higher
(Sharecast News) - European stocks finished with solid gains on Thursday despite political uncertainty in France, with tech stocks among the day's best performers.
FTSE 250 movers: Direct Line, Renewi surge; Energean slips
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,785.12 0.89%
Director dealings: Johnson Matthey CEO snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Johnson Matthey revealed on Thursday that chief executive Liam Condon had acquired 10,000 ordinary shares in the FTSE 250-listed firm.
FTSE 100 movers: Spirax-Sarco boosted by broker notes; Aviva in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.1% at 8,282.81 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
Broker tips: Tesco, Sainsbury's, Cranswick, Weir, Easyjet, JD Sports
(Sharecast News) - JPMorgan Cazenove double upgraded Sainsbury's and Tesco on Thursday as it took a look at the outlook for European food retail.
London midday: Stocks flat but Renewi, Direct Line surge on deal news
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had pared earlier gains to trade flat by midday on Thursday, but Renewi and Direct Line powered ahead on deal news.
Europe midday: Shares rally ahead of German CPI; Direct Line takes off
(Sharecast News) - European shares rallied on Thursday as investors eyed inflation data from German and Spain for any indication on the future path of eurozone interest rates.
Asia report: Markets mixed after suprise Korea rate cut
(Sharecast News) - Markets in the Asia-Pacific region saw a mixed performance on Thursday as investors weighed South Korea's unexpected interest rate cut and a subdued session on Wall Street.
London open: FTSE edges up; Direct Line surges after rejecting Aviva bid
(Sharecast News) - London stocks edged up in early trade on Thursday, with Direct Line powering ahead after it rejected another takeover proposal, but trade was set to be quiet as US markets will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Europe open: Shares rally despite France Budget crisis; Direct Line surges
(Sharecast News) - European shares rallied on Thursday as investors eyed inflation data from German and Spain for any indication on the future path of eurozone interest rates.
London pre-open: FTSE to rise; quiet trade expected as US markets closed for Thanksgiving
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Thursday, but trade was expected to be quiet, with US markets closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
US close: Stocks lower as traders thumb over multiple data points
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street closed lower on Wednesday as market participants digested a slew of economic data, including the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge.
Europe close: Shares dip, French issues underperform with budget in focus
(Sharecast News) - European shares finished a tad lower on Wednesday as the spectre of high US tariffs threatened by President-elect Donald Trump dampened sentiment and prompted warnings from central bankers of the impact on growth and inflation.
Director dealings: Easyjet director raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Easyjet revealed on Wednesday that non-executive director David Robbie had acquired 7,404 ordinary shares in the London-listed budget airline.
London close: Stocks still positive after US inflation reading
(Sharecast News) - London markets posted modest gains on Wednesday, following a key US inflation reading that showed relative stability in price rises in October.
US open: Stocks mixed following data onslaught
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start early on Wednesday as market participants digested a slew of economic data, including the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge.
FTSE 100 movers: Vistry Group jumps on 'bid interest'; easyJet flies lower
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.2% at 8,274.57 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
FTSE 250 movers: Auction Tech surges; Pets at Home tanks
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,583.46 0.07%
US pre-open: Futures lower ahead of PCE reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Wednesday ahead of a flurry of economic data, including the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge.
London midday: FTSE flat ahead of US PCE; Pets at Home tumbles
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still steady by midday on Wednesday as investors continued to mull the implications of US President-elect Donald Trump's new tariffs and ahead of a key US inflation reading.
Europe midday: Shares extend losses on tariff worries
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened extended losses on Wednesday as the spectre of high US tariffs threatened by President-elect Donald Trump dampened sentiment and prompted warnings from central bankers of the impact on growth and inflation.
Asia report: Markets mixed as RBNZ cuts rates, China industrial profits fall
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets presented a mixed performance on Wednesday, reflecting investor caution after New Zealand's central bank cut interest rates, China reported a decline in October industrial profits, and Australia released lower-than-expected inflation figures for the month.
Europe open: Shares down on Trump tariff impact; Grifols slumps
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened lower on Wednesday as the spectre of high US tariffs threatened by President-elect Donald Trump dampened sentiment and prompted warnings from central bankers of the impact on growth and inflation.
London open: Stocks flat as investors continue to mull Trump tariffs
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were steady in early trade on Wednesday as investors continued to mull the implications of Trump's news tariffs and ahead of a key US inflation reading.
London pre-open: Stocks to edge up after positive US session
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to edge up at the open on Wednesday following a positive close on Wall Street, where the S&P hit a fresh record high, and as investors mulled the latest minutes from the Federal Reserve.
US close: Stocks higher following Trump's tariff announcement
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks closed higher on Tuesday after president-elect Donald Trump vowed to slap fresh tariffs on America's biggest trading partners.
Europe close: Auto stocks drag markets lower on trade war fears
(Sharecast News) - European stocks fell across the board on Tuesday as ongoing concerns surrounding potential US trade tariffs clouded prospects for international companies, particularly those in the auto sector.
London close: Stocks stay lower on Trump tariff concerns
(Sharecast News) - London stocks closed lower on Tuesday as risk sentiment soured following Donald Trump's announcement of plans to impose new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.
Director dealings: Bloomsbury Publishing director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Bloomsbury Publishing revealed on Tuesday that non-executive director Leslie-Ann Reed had acquired 12,139 ordinary shares in the FTSE 250-listed publishing house.
Broker tips: Next, Melrose Industries, Halfords
(Sharecast News) - RBC Capital Markets has upgraded its rating for high street retailer Next from 'sector perform' to 'outperform', saying that the company should beat market current market expectations for revenue.
US open: Stocks mixed following Trump's tariff announcement
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Tuesday after president-elect Donald Trump threatened to slap fresh tariffs on America's biggest trading partners.
FTSE 100 movers: Melrose surges on JPM note
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.4% at 8,256.94 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
FTSE 250 movers: Telecom Plus gains on upbeat profit; Cranswick off the menu
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,611.36 -0.66%
US pre-open: Futures higher following Trump tariff anouncement
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were trading higher ahead of the bell on Tuesday after president-elect Donald Trump threatened to slap fresh tariffs on America's biggest trading partners.
Europe midday: Trump tariff talk hits auto shares as Stoxx in the red
(Sharecast News) - European shares were lower on Tuesday, with the auto sector in focus after US President-elect Donald Trump promised to hit China, Canada and Mexico with big tariffs.
London midday: Stocks stay down on Trump tariffs
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still in the red by midday on Tuesday as sentiment took a hit after Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.
Asia report: Markets mixed as Trump starts talking tariffs
(Sharecast News) - Markets in the Asia-Pacific region traded mixed on Tuesday, diverging from the record-setting highs seen on Wall Street overnight.
Europe open: Auto shares pull Stoxx lower after Trump tariff threat
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened lower on Tuesday, with the auto sector in focus after US President-elect Donald Trump promised to hit China, Canada and Mexico with big tariffs.
London open: Stocks fall on Trump's tariff plans
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell in early trade on Tuesday after Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower as investors mull Trump tariff plans
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Tuesday following a mostly downbeat session in Asia, after Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China.
Europe close: Stocks gain despite poor German data
(Sharecast News) - European shares were mostly higher on Monday even as news arrived that German business morale had worsened.
US close: Stocks higher following Trump's Treasury pick
(Sharecast News) - Major indices kicked off the holiday-shortened trading week with some solid gains on Monday as markets seemingly celebrated Donald Trump's pick for Treasury boss.
London close: Stocks finish upbeat session in the green
(Sharecast News) - London markets closed higher on Monday as investors reacted positively to geopolitical developments, including US president-elect Donald Trump's announcement of Scott Bessent as the next Treasury Secretary.
Director dealings: Speedy Hire chairman ups stake
(Sharecast News) - Speedy Hire revealed on Monday that chairman David Shearer has acquired 150,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed equipment rental business.
FTSE 250 movers: ITV surges on bid talk; Hochschild slips
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,630.15 0.24%
US open: Strong start to holiday-shortened trading week
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Monday as the holiday-shortened trading week got underway.
FTSE 100 movers: Weir boosted by Deutsche Bank upgrade; Kingfisher tumbles
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.3% at 8,289.22 in afternoon trade on Monday.
London midday: Stocks up as investors cheer Bessent as US Treasury Secretary
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still firmer by midday on Monday as investors welcomed US President-elect Donald Trump's decision to appoint billionaire fund manager Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary.
Europe midday: Shares erase early gains as German business morale falls
(Sharecast News) - European shares slipped into the red on Monday as German business morale worsened, with bank stocks also in focus after Italy's UniCredit offered to buy rival Banco BPM for around €10bn.
US pre-open: Futures higher ahead of holiday-shortened week
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Monday as traders braced for a holiday-shortened trading week.
Asia report: Most markets rise, PBoC holds medium-term lending rate
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets kicked off the week with mostly positive momentum, as investors positioned themselves ahead of a flurry of economic data releases.
London open: Stocks rise as investors welcome Trump's Treasury Secretary appointment
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Monday as investors welcomed US President-elect Donald Trump's decision to appoint billionaire fund manager Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary.
Europe open: Stoxx up with UniCredit bid for BPM in focus
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened higher on Monday, extending gains from Friday, with bank stocks in focus after Italy's UniCredit offered to buy rival Banco BPM for around €10bn.
London pre-open: Stocks seen higher; Kingfisher narrows profit guidance
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Monday, having racked up strong gains at the end of the previous week.
US close: Dow hits new high after upbeat economic data
(Sharecast News) - Us stocks finished higher on Friday with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 1% to reach a new record closing high as incoming economic data lifted market sentiment.
Week ahead: US PCE price data, Fed minutes in focus
(Sharecast News) - Investor focus over the coming holiday-shortened week will be on the latest US inflation data and their potential implications for Federal Reserve policy.
London close: Stocks finish week on positive note
(Sharecast News) - London's equity markets ended the week on a high note, as investors digested an improvement in UK consumer confidence, even as other indicators such as business output and retail sales painted a more challenging picture.
Director dealings: Mitie CEO raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Mitie revealed on Friday that chief executive Phil Bentley had acquired 200,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed outsourcing and energy services firm.
FTSE 250 movers: Games Workshop hits record high; CMC Markets slides again
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,608.75 1.27%
US open: Dow Jones on track for winning week, Nvidia weighs on Nasdaq
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Friday, with the blue-chip Dow Jones on track for a winning week.
FTSE 100 movers: Sainsbury's gains; banks in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 1.4% at 8,266.53 in afternoon trade on Friday.
Asia report: Most markets rise, but Chinese stocks sink
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets saw mostly positive movement on Friday, buoyed by Wall Street's overnight gains, although Chinese equities faced significant losses.
US pre-open: Stocks on track for winning week despite pre-market losses
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Friday but major indices were still on track to record a winning week.
Europe midday: Stoxx holds up despite Ukraine tensions, EZ survey data
(Sharecast News) - European shares held gains on Friday after a choppy week but were down over the five sessions as tensions between Russia and the West heightened over the supply of long-range missiles to Ukraine.
London midday: Stocks maintain gains; business output contracts
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still in the black by midday on Friday as investors mulled an improvement in consumer confidence, but a contraction in UK business output and a bigger-than-expected drop in retail sales.
Europe open: Shares up at end of choppy week as political tensions weigh
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened higher on Friday after a choppy week but were down over the five sessions as tensions between Russia and the West heightened over the supply of long-range missiles to Ukraine.
London open: Stocks rise as investors mull retail sales
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Friday as investors mulled an improvement in consumer confidence but a bigger-than-expected drop in retail sales.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as investors mull consumer confidence, retail sales
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Friday as investors mulled an improvement in consumer confidence but a bigger-than-expected drop in retail sales.
US close: Stocks higher following Nvidia earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks closed higher on Thursday as market participants thumbed over Q3 earnings from tech giant Nvidia.
Europe close: Stoxx 600 snaps four-day losing streak
(Sharecast News) - A late-afternoon rally saw European stocks snap a four-day losing streak on Thursday on the back of decent gains in London and Frankfurt, with bargain-hunters stepping in as markets hit a three-month low.
Broker tips: JD Sports, Avacta, Liontrust Asset Management, Auction Technology Group
(Sharecast News) - Shares in JD Sports Fashion tumbled on Thursday after a profit warning from the sportswear retailer, but it wasn't enough to change Shore Capital's 'buy' rating on the stock, with the broker citing an undemanding valuation.
Director dealings: Asos director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Asos revealed on Thursday that non-executive director William Barker had acquired 150,000 ordinary shares in the fast-fashion retailer.
London close: Stocks rise after UK borrowing data, Nvidia results
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended Thursday on a positive note, as markets rebounded following quarterly results from US tech giant Nvidia and investor response to the latest UK government borrowing figures.
FTSE 250 movers: CMC Markets slumps; Ithaca gains on special divi
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,252.39 0.04%
US open: Stocks mixed following Nvidia earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start early on Thursday as market participants thumbed over Q3 earnings from tech giant Nvidia.
FTSE 100 movers: Halma rallies on results; JD Sports slumps
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.6% at 8,133.60 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
Europe midday: Shares nudge ahead despite Russia ICBM report
(Sharecast News) - European shares nudged into positive territory at lunchtime, as investors eyed reports that Russia had fired an intercontinental ballistic into Ukraine as tensions increased.
US pre-open: Futures higher following Nvidia Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the open on Thursday as market participants thumbed over Q3 earnings from tech giant Nvidia.
London midday: Stocks push higher as investors mull borrowing data, Nvidia results
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had popped into the black by midday on Thursday as investors mulled third-quarter results from US tech giant Nvidia and the latest UK borrowing figures.
Asia report: Markets mostly lower with Nvidia, Adani in focus
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets broadly declined on Thursday as investors digested mixed signals from Nvidia's earnings and regional developments.
Europe open: Stoxx dips below 500 as Nvidia disappoints
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened lower on Thursday, with the benchmark Stoxx 600 index tipping below 500, as investors digested earnings from tech darling Nvidia overnight and developments in Ukraine.
London open: FTSE dips as Nvidia fails to impress; JD Sports slides
(Sharecast News) - London stocks dipped in early trade on Thursday after third-quarter numbers from US tech giant Nvidia failed to impress investors and as geopolitical tensions continued to simmer.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as investors mull Nvidia results
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Thursday as investors mulled third-quarter results released overnight by US tech giant Nvidia.
US close: Stocks mixed amid geopolitical tensions, Nvidia earnings
(Sharecast News) - US stocks turned in a mixed performance on Wednesday as investors eyed third-quarter results from AI-darling Nvidia and monitored geopolitical tensions with Russia.
Europe close: Geopolitical jitters put a lid on stocks
(Sharecast News) - European shares surrendered morning gains on Wednesday as continuing geopolitical tensions in Ukraine hit sentiment.
Broker tips: Petershill Partners, Informa
(Sharecast News) - Berenberg raised its target price on investment company Petershill Partners from 235.0p to 270.0p on Wednesday following the group's Q3 results a day earlier.
FTSE 100 movers: Sage surges on results; Vistry in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.1% at 8,088.58 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
London close: Stocks fall as UK inflation tops BoE targets
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended Wednesday in negative territory as unexpectedly high UK inflation data dampened hopes of an imminent interest rate cut by the Bank of England.
US open: Stocks fall ahead of Nvidia Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - US stocks fell in early trade on Wednesday as investors eyed third-quarter results from tech giant Nvidia, and as geopolitical tensions with Russia rumbled on in the background.
FTSE 250 movers: Vesuvius hot again; Helios Towers slumps
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,251.99 -0.86%
Director dealings: Sirius CEO invests, TBC Bank executive sells shares
(Sharecast News) - Sirius Real Estate disclosed a number of share transactions involving its chief executive officer Andrew Coombs, and a person closely associated (PCA) with him, Sharon Clarke-Wills, on Wednesday.
Europe midday: Shares pare gains as tensions with Russia ratchet up
(Sharecast News) - European shares trimmed morning gains on Wednesday as continuing geopolitical tensions in Ukraine hit sentiment.
London midday: FTSE flat as investors mull higher-than-expected inflation
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had pared earlier small gains to trade flat by midday on Wednesday as higher-than-expected UK inflation fuelled expectations the Bank of England will refrain from cutting rates next month.
US pre-open: Quiet start expected as markets prepare for Nvidia earnings
(Sharecast News) - US stock futures were pointing to a subdued start on Wall Street on Wednesday as investors scale back risk appetite ahead of Nvidia's latest quarterly earnings with geopolitical tensions with Russia rumbling on in the background.
Asia report: Markets mixed as Japan exports beat forecasts
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets experienced mixed performances on Wednesday as investors digested China's decision to maintain its benchmark lending rates and Japan's stronger-than-expected trade data.
London open: Stocks edge up as inflation jumps past BoE target
(Sharecast News) - London stocks edged higher in early trade on Wednesday as higher-than-expected UK inflation fuelled expectations the Bank of England will refrain from cutting rates next month.
Europe open: Shares shrug off UK inflation, geopolitical tensions
(Sharecast News) - European shares made a strong start on Wednesday despite an unexpected spike in UK inflation and continuing geopolitical tensions.
London pre-open: Stocks to rise as UK CPI jumps past BoE target
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Wednesday as investors mulled the latest UK inflation reading and looked ahead to earnings from US tech giant Nvidia.
US close: Dow falls for fourth day, but Nvidia lifts Nasdaq
(Sharecast News) - US stocks finished mixed again on Tuesday with the Dow falling for the fourth straight day but the Nasdaq rising more than 1%, helped by gains from chip giant Nvidia.
London close: Stocks mixed ahead of UK inflation, Nvidia results
(Sharecast News) - London's equity markets closed with a mixed performance on Tuesday, as investors remained cautious ahead of the latest UK inflation data and closely watched US corporate earnings from Nvidia.
Broker tips: DCC, Judges Scientific, Sainsburys, Tesco
(Sharecast News) - Jefferies hiked its price target on buy-rated DCC to 7,950.0p from 7,600.0p on Tuesday after the sales, marketing and support services group announced last week that it was planning to simplify its operations and focus on the energy sector.
Director dealings: Asos director raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Asos revealed on Tuesday that non-executive director William Barker had acquired 381,673 ordinary shares in the London-listed fast fashion retailer.
Europe close: Stoxx drops to three-month low as geopolitical tensions rise
(Sharecast News) - European stocks finished at a fresh three-month low on Tuesday as market sentiment was shaken by concerns of a significant escalation in conflict in the Russia-Ukraine war.
FTSE 250 movers: Vesuvius erupts; Big Yellow feeling blue
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,350.94 -0.22%
US open: Stocks trade lower, Walmart hikes FY guidance
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red early on Tuesday as market participants digested Q3 earnings from one of the nation's largest retailers.
FTSE 100 movers: Imperial Brands gains on results; IAG flies lower
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.4% at 8,080.19 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
Europe midday: Shares slip as Russia nuclear talk worries investors
(Sharecast News) - European shares slipped into the red at lunchtime after data confirmed eurozone inflation had risen to 2% and investors sought safer havens as Russia said the use of long-range missiles against its territory could prompt a nuclear response.
London midday: Stocks turn lower; Nvidia, UK inflation eyed
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen into the red by midday on Tuesday as investors eyed the latest UK inflation reading and results from US tech giant Nvidia, and as caution set in after Russia changed its nuclear doctrine.
US pre-open: Futures trade lower as investors look to Q3 retail earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Tuesday as market participants digested Q3 earnings from some of the nation's largest retailers.
US pre-open: Futures trade lower as investors look to Q3 retail earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Tuesday as market participants digested Q3 earnings from some of the nation's largest retailers.
Asia report: Markets rise after Wall Street tech rally
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets posted gains on Tuesday as investors evaluated comments from Chinese policymakers at an investment summit in Hong Kong.
Europe open: Stoxx up as investors eye EZ data, Nvidia earnings
(Sharecast News) - European shares were higher at the open after an upbeat session in Asia with eyes on a eurozone final October inflation reading later in the day and more corporate earnings.
London open: Imperial Brands leads gains after results
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Tuesday, with Imperial Brands leading the gains after well-received results.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up on positive US, Asian cues
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to gain at the open on Tuesday following a positive session in Asia and a mostly higher close on Wall Street.
US close: Stocks mixed ahead of earnings flurry, Tesla lifts Nasdaq
(Sharecast News) - US stocks finished mixed on Monday ahead of a busy week for corporate earnings, though the Nasdaq managed to push higher, led by gains from Tesla.
London close: Stocks mixed ahead of UK inflation data
(Sharecast News) - London's financial markets delivered a mixed performance on Monday, as traders digested fresh housing market data and braced for upcoming catalysts, including Nvidia's earnings and the latest UK inflation figures.
Broker tips: XPS Pensions, John Wood Group
(Sharecast News) - RBC Capital Markets lifted its price target on XPS Pensions on Monday to 395.0p from 355.0p ahead of first-half results.
Director dealings: McBride chairman raises stake
(Sharecast News) - McBride revealed on Monday that chairman Jeff Nodland had acquired 50,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed manufacturer.
FTSE 250 movers: Wood Group rallies despite TP cut by Berenberg; IP Group slides
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,339.38 -0.67%
FTSE 100 movers: Melrose surges on results, HSBC in the black
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.2% at 8,081.95 in afternoon trade on Monday.
US open: Stocks mixed following last week's heavy losses
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Monday after major indices turned in their worst weekly performance in two months last week.
Europe midday: Shares in lacklustre mood ahead of Nvidia earnings
(Sharecast News) - European shares were in lacklustre mood as investors mulled US President Joe Biden's decision to lift a ban on Ukraine using American-made long-range missiles to strike Russia.
US pre-open: Futures mixed as investors await Q3 retail earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mixed ahead of the bell on Monday as investors awaited more Q3 earnings reports.
London midday: Stocks touch higher as investors eye Nvidia, UK inflation
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were just a touch firmer by midday on Monday as investors mulled the latest house price research from Rightmove and looked ahead to earnings from Nvidia and the latest UK inflation reading this week.
Asia report: Markets mixed ahead of key regional data
(Sharecast News) - Markets across the Asia-Pacific region posted mixed performances on Monday as investors braced for a week of critical economic data.
Europe open: Shares subdued as investors mull Biden call on Ukraine weapons
(Sharecast News) - European shares made a subdued start to the week as investors mulled US President Joe Biden's decision to lift a ban on Ukraine using American-made long-range missiles to strike Russia.
London open: Stocks edge up as investors mull Rightmove data
(Sharecast News) - London stocks edged up in early trade on Monday as investors mulled the latest house price research from Rightmove and looked ahead to earnings from US tech giant Nvidia this week.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up; house price data in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to gain at the open on Monday as investors mulled the latest research from Rightmove.
US close: Major indices return some post-election gains
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks closed lower on Friday as major indices shrugged off last week's record-setting post-election rally.
Broker tips: Flutter Entertainment, Premier Foods
(Sharecast News) - Premier Foods' share price rally has further to run, according to RBC Capital Markets, which reiterated an 'outperform' rating on the stock on Friday and hiked its target price following the manufacturer's interim results this week.
Europe close: Pharma and Tech issues drag on indices
(Sharecast News) - Most European equity markets incurred in slight losses on Friday with pharma and technology stocks pacing losses.
Director dealings: AstraZeneca CEO ups stake
(Sharecast News) - AstraZeneca revealed on Friday that chief executive officer Pascal Soriot had acquired 20,000 ordinary shares in the FTSE 100-listed drugmaker.
US open: Stocks lower following Powell comments, retails sales numbers
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red early on Friday, setting major indices on a course for a losing week following last week's solid post-election rally.
London close: Stocks end turbulent week in the red
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended Friday in negative territory, weighed down by losses in pharmaceutical shares and a surprise slowdown in UK economic growth during the third quarter.
FTSE 100 movers: Pharma stocks take a hit; Land Securities rallies
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.1% at 8,062.10 in afternoon trade on Friday.
FTSE 250 movers: Burberry still in fashion; Premier Foods off the menu
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,490.52 -0.16%
Europe midday: Pharma stocks slide on Kennedy pick as US health chief
(Sharecast News) - European equity markets trimmed losses on Friday with pharma stocks lower on news that Robert F. Kennedy Jr - who has made misleading statements on vaccines - had been appointed as Donald Trump's head of health.
London midday: FTSE pops higher but pharma stocks slide
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had popped into the black by midday on Friday but gains were marginal as pharma shares took a hit and as data showed that economic growth in the UK unexpectedly slowed in the third quarter.
US pre-open: Futures mixed following Powell comments
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Friday, putting major indices on a course for a losing week following last week's solid post-election rally.
Asia report: Markets mixed as Trump rally fades
(Sharecast News) - Markets in the Asia-Pacific region closed in a mixed state on Friday, after a weak session on Wall Street overnight as investors digested signals from the US Federal Reserve.
Europe open: Pharma shares hit as Trump appoints Kennedy to head health
(Sharecast News) - European equity markets opened weaker on Friday with pharma stocks lower on news that Robert F. Kennedy Jr - who has made misleading statements on vaccines - had been appointed as Donald Trump's head of health.
London open: Stocks fall as UK growth slows
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell in early trade on Friday as data showed that economic growth in the UK unexpectedly slowed in the third quarter.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower on weak US cues; GDP in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Friday following a downbeat session on Wall Street, as investors mulled the latest UK GDP data.
Europe close: Bargain-hunting helps markets rebound from three-month low
(Sharecast News) - European stocks jumped more than 1% on Thursday as a wave of corporate updates impressed the market, helping the Stoxx 600 to rebound from a three-month low.
London close: Stocks rise as dip buyers enter the fray
(Sharecast News) - London markets ended Thursday in positive territory, with sentiment buoyed by robust corporate updates, as investors digested the latest producer price data out of the United States.
Director dealings: Hollywood Bowl chairman ups stake
(Sharecast News) - Hollywood Bowl revealed on Thursday that chairman Peter Boddy had acquired 100,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed bowling centres operator.
FTSE 250 movers: Burberry in fashion; Keller slides
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,486.39 0.62%
US open: Stocks mixed following PPI reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start early on Thursday as investors digested another batch of inflation data.
FTSE 100 movers: Spirax stands out; Convatec gives back some gains
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.5% at 8,069.27 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
US pre-open: Futures cautiously higher ahead of PPI figures
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were cautiously higher ahead of the bell on Thursday as investors awaited another fresh inflation reading.
London midday: Stocks pop higher ahead of US PPI
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had popped higher by midday on Thursday, helped along by well-received updates from the likes of Aviva and Spirax, but gains were muted as investors eyed another US inflation reading.
Europe midday: Stoxx extends gains on upbeat earnings; Burberry soars
(Sharecast News) - European markets rallied on Thursday as investors digested US inflation data and a raft of upbeat corporate earnings.
Asia report: Most markets fall after US inflation report
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets mostly declined on Thursday following a US inflation report overnight that reinforced expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in December.
Europe open: Stoxx up as investors mull US rate cut hopes
(Sharecast News) - European markets rallied on Thursday as investors digested US inflation data and a raft of corporate earnings.
London open: Stocks flat ahead of US PPI; Burberry surges
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were steady in early trade on Thursday as investors sifted through a raft of corporate news and looked ahead to another US inflation reading.
London pre-open: Stocks to edge down; US PPI in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to edge lower at the open on Thursday as investors eyed a slew of corporate releases and another US inflation reading.
US close: Stocks mixed following October CPI reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks delivered a mixed performance on Wednesday as market participants digested fresh inflation data.
Europe close: Stocks end mixed despite in-line CPI data Stateside
(Sharecast News) - European shares finished on a mixed note on Wednesday after a weak session in Asia as investors worried about the possible imposition of tariffs by the new US administration.
Broker tips: Oxford Instruments, Serco
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Berenberg lowered their target price on manufacturing and research company Oxford Instruments from 2,925.0p to 2,830.0p on Wednesday, citing a "strong underlying performance".
Director dealings: Jadestone CEO snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Jadestone Energy revealed on Wednesday that chief executive Alexander Blakeley had acquired 443,100 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed upstream production company.
US open: Stocks mixed following October CPI reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Wednesday as market participants digested fresh inflation data.
FTSE 100 movers: ICG slides; Smiths Group up on results
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.3% at 8,005.49 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
London close: Stocks mixed as US inflation meets forecasts
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended with mixed results on Wednesday, as investors assessed the latest US inflation data for October, which aligned with forecasts.
FTSE 250 movers: Close Bros slides; Babcock up on global instability
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,363.75 -0.31%
Europe midday: Shares extend losses as investors turn to US CPI
(Sharecast News) - European shares extended losses at midday on Wednesday after a weak session in Asia as investors worried about the possible imposition of tariffs by the new US administration, while eyes were also on inflation data from across the pond.
US pre-open: Futures trade lower ahead of CPI reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Wednesday as market participants awaited fresh inflation data.
London midday: FTSE dips into the red ahead of US CPI
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had dipped into the red by midday on Wednesday as investors eyed the latest US inflation reading.
Asia report: Regional stocks follow Wall Street lower
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets largely declined on Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street's post-election rally, which lost momentum overnight.
Europe open: Shares slip on weak Asia; Eyes turn to US inflation data
(Sharecast News) - European shares were in retreat again on Wednesday after a weak session in Asia as investors worried about the possible imposition of tariffs by the new US administration, while eyes were also on inflation data from across the pond.
London open: FTSE nudges up ahead of US inflation reading
(Sharecast News) - London stocks nudged higher in early trade on Wednesday, steadying after heavy losses in the previous session, but with gains muted ahead of the latest US inflation reading.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as investors eye US inflation
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to gain at the open on Wednesday following heavy losses in the previous session, as investors eyed the latest US inflation reading.
US close: Stocks retreat from record highs as post-election rally stalls
(Sharecast News) - US stocks snapped a five-day winning streak on Tuesday, pulling back from record levels as the post-election rally ran out of steam with bond yields at a four-month high.
London close: Stocks sink as UK jobless rate rises
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell sharply on Tuesday as investors digested recent UK employment data alongside broader market reactions to Donald Trump's US presidential victory last week.
Europe close: Stoxx 600 hits three-month low on China, US tariff fears
(Sharecast News) - European stocks fell sharply on Tuesday to a three-month low as a gloomy German sentiment survey and ongoing concerns about US tariff concerns triggered a sell-off.
Broker tips: Direct Line, Morgan Advanced Materials, Melrose Industries, Pan African Resources
(Sharecast News) - Jefferies downgraded Direct Line on Tuesday to 'hold' from 'buy' and cut its price target on the stock to 165.0p from 235.0p, stating the industry-wide turn to deflation meant that the time to raise prices ahead of inflation without materially contracting the policy count has now passed.
FTSE 100 movers: Fresnillo loses its shine; Convatec surges
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 1.1% at 8,039.06 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
Director dealings: Travis Perkins CEO snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Travis Perkins revealed on Tuesday that chief executive Pete Redfern had acquired 249,218 ordinary shares in the FTSE 250-listed builders' merchant.
FTSE 250 movers: Drax powers ahead; 4imprint slides
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,553.27 -0.82%
US open: Stocks build on record highs
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a positive start on Tuesday after closing at fresh record highs in the previous session.
US pre-open: Futures lower following Monday's record close
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Tuesday after closing at fresh record highs in the previous session.
Europe midday: Stoxx lower as Trump trade war fears spook investors
(Sharecast News) - European shares trimmed morning losses after the post-US election bounce ran out of steam.
London midday: FTSE falls as investors continue to mull Trump win; jobs data in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen further by midday on Tuesday as investors mulled the latest UK jobs data and the impact of Donald Trump's US presidential win.
Asia report: Another US rally fails to spark regional markets
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets experienced widespread declines on Tuesday, as investor caution lingered despite a strong rally in US stocks, where key benchmarks closed at record highs following last week's election results.
Europe open: Shares fall as US-driven rally ends; Bayer slumps
(Sharecast News) - European shares fell sharply at the open, giving up gains driven by a post-US election bounce that drove tech stocks higher amid optimism the new administration would bring in business-friendly policies.
London open: Stocks fall as investors mull jobs data; Convatec surges
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell in early trade on Tuesday as data revealed an uptick in unemployment and a cooling in wage growth, and as investors sifted through a raft of corporate releases.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower as investors mull jobs data
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Tuesday following a weak session in Asia, as investors mulled the latest UK jobs data.
US close: Five-day win streak sends stocks to new highs
(Sharecast News) - US stocks rose for the fifth straight session on Monday, with all three Wall Street benchmarks hitting new closing highs, as the post-election rally continued.
London close: Stocks maintain gains ahead of UK jobs data
(Sharecast News) - London markets closed higher on Monday, with Croda International among the leaders after the specialty chemicals company reported a strong third-quarter sales update.
FTSE 250 movers: Direct Line falls; Kainos surges
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,746.46 1.11%
FTSE 100 movers: Croda shoots higher on update; miners fall
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.7% at 8,124.50 in afternoon trade on Monday.
Director dealings: Arcontech CEO invests, Hargreaves Services director conducts sale-and-repurchase
(Sharecast News) - Matthew Jeffs, chief executive officer of Arcontech Group, disclosed a series of personal share purchases in the company on Monday, amounting to a total of 60,000 ordinary shares.
US open: Dow, S&P 500 hit new highs as post-election rally continues
(Sharecast News) - US stocks mostly rose on Monday morning as the Dow and S&P 500 reached new heights as post-election optimism continued to lift investor sentiment, with crypto stocks among the best performers as bitcoin prices surged.
Europe midday: Stoxx rally continues; Evotec surges as Triton takes stake
(Sharecast News) - European shares maintained gains on Monday as the post-US election rally continued, while Evotec shares surged on a report that private equity outfit Triton was mulling a bid for the German drug developer after taking a 10% stake.
US pre-open: Markets set to hit new records early, crypto stocks jump
(Sharecast News) - US stock futures were pointing higher ahead of the opening bell on Monday, with all three Wall Street benchmarks set to hit fresh record highs - though volumes are expected to be light due to the Veterans Day holiday.
Broker tips: Trustpilot, Ceres Power, Vistry
(Sharecast News) - Deutsche Bank initiated coverage of review platform Trustpilot on Monday with a 'buy' rating and 331p price target.
London midday: Stocks maintain gains; Croda, NatWest rally
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still firmly in the black by midday on Monday, with Croda pacing the gains after a well-received third-quarter sales update.
Asia report: Markets mixed as China stimulus fails to excite
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets showed a mixed performance on Monday as China's latest economic data and a newly announced five-year stimulus package failed to inspire investor confidence.
Europe open: Stoxx jumps as post-US election rally continues
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened strongly on Monday as the post-US election rally continued and investors shrugged off a fall on Asian markets in response to China's latest stimulus measures.
London open: Stocks rally as investors eye jobs data; Croda, Burberry gain
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Monday as investors eyed the release of key jobs data later in the week.
London pre-open: Stocks to rise; jobs data eyed
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to gain at the open on Monday following four sessions of losses, as investors eyed jobs data later in the week.
US close: Stocks hit more records as post-election rally continues
(Sharecast News) - US stocks registered mild gains on Friday but still managed to hit new records as the post-election rally continued, with the Dow and S&P 500 putting in their best weekly performance of the year so far.
London close: Stocks end lower as China stimulus underwhelms
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were firmly in the red on Friday, with heavily-weighted miners under the cosh as China's latest $1.4trn stimulus package underwhelmed investors.
Europe close: China stimulus, German political uncertainty drag stocks lower
(Sharecast News) - European stocks fell on Friday, with markets in the UK, Germany and France registering heavy losses by the close, as a wave of poorly received corporate earnings and underwhelming stimulus measures in China weighed on sentiment.
Broker tips: Auto Trader, Great Portland Estates, Relx
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Berenberg lowered their target price on Auto Trader from 880.0p to 830.0p on Friday, stating the group's "noisy" H1 had raised questions.
Director dealings: Haleon's Alan Stewart snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Haleon revealed on Friday that non-executive director Alan Stewart had acquired 33,923 ordinary shares in the London-listed consumer healthcare business.
FTSE 250 movers: Serco tanks on lost contract, while NI tax changes bite
(Sharecast News) - Shares in Serco fell 8% after it was revealed that the company had lost a long-running Australian immigration detention centres contract while simultaneously warning of rising labour costs.
FTSE 100 movers: Vistry tumbles on profit warning; IAG flies higher
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.8% at 8,076.65 in afternoon trade on Friday.
Week ahead: US CPI, Fedspeak in the spotlight
(Sharecast News) - Investors' focus over the following week would be on US consumer prices and the country's central bank, the Federal Reserve.
US open: Dow builds on solid post-election rally
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks trading got off to a mostly positive start on Friday after the Federal Reserve Bank opted to lower its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points.
Europe midday: Stocks drop as Chinese stimulus measures underwhelm
(Sharecast News) - European stocks were firmly lower by Friday lunchtime as a package of stimulus measures from China underwhelmed investors following a tumultuous week for global financial markets.
London midday: FTSE dragged lower by mining stocks; IAG bucks trend
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were firmly in the red by midday on Friday, with heavily-weighted miners under the cosh as China's latest $1.4 trillion stimulus package underwhelmed investors.
US pre-open: Futures lower following FOMC decision
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were marginally lower ahead of the bell on Friday after the Federal Reserve Bank opted to lower its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points.
Asia report: China stocks end down under threat of US tariffs, government measures underwhelm
(Sharecast News) - Asia Pacific stocks ended the week on a soft note after officials in Beijing refrained from more fiscal stimulus.
London open: Stocks dip; Vistry tumbles on profit warning
(Sharecast News) - London stocks dipped in early trade on Friday at the end of an eventful week, as investors mulled rate cuts by the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve.
Europe open: Markets flat as investors weigh mixed earnings
(Sharecast News) - European markets opened flat on Friday as investors continued to digest the previous day's interest-rate cuts and assessed a mixed bag of corporate earnings from across the continent.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up after BoE, Fed decisions
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Friday at the end of a busy week, as investors mulled rate cuts by the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve.
US close: Dow Jones flat following post-election rally
(Sharecast News) - Major indices delivered a mixed performance on Thursday as market participants digested former president Donald Trump's re-election victory and the latest interest rate decision from the Federal Reserve.
London close: Stocks fall as BoE cuts rates; Fed eyed
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended down on Thursday as investors mulled a rate cut by the Bank of England, waded through a deluge of corporate news and looked ahead to the latest policy announcement from the Federal Reserve.
Europe close: Stocks rise as Sweden and UK cut interest rates
(Sharecast News) - European stocks finished firmly higher on Thursday as traders weighed up a barrage of economic data and central bank meetings from the UK, Sweden and Norway, with markets rebounding after a sharp US election-related slump.
Director dealings: ABF non-executive director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Associated British Foods revealed on Thursday that non-executive director Loraine Woodhouse had acquired 41,720 ordinary shares in the London-listed food processing and retail company.
US open: Stocks higher ahead of FOMC decision
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green yet again early on Thursday as market participants seemingly continued to cheer former president Donald Trump's re-election victory and awaited the outcome of the Federal Reserve's two-day policy meeting.
FTSE 100 movers: Miners in the black; Auto Trader slumps
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was flat at 8,163.07 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
FTSE 250 movers: Wood Group plummets after update, ITV disappoints
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 250 was trading 0.8% higher on Thursday afternoon as markets bounced back after US election-related weakness the previous session, though big drops from the likes of Wood Group and ITV were limiting upside.
Chinese trade surplus widens unexpectedly in October
(Sharecast News) - China's merchandise trade surplus widened unexpectedly in October amid brisk growth in the country's exports.
US pre-open: Futures higher following Trump's White House victory
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell yet again on Thursday as market participants seemingly continued to cheer former president Donald Trump's re-election victory.
London midday: Stocks little changed as BoE cuts rates; Fed eyed
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still just a touch firmer by midday on Thursday after the Bank of England cut rates as expected, and as investors waded through a deluge of corporate news and looked ahead to a policy announcement from the Federal Reserve.
Asia close: Stocks mostly higher in wake of gains on Wall Street
(Sharecast News) - Stocks in Asia were mostly higher on Thursday in the wake of the fresh record highs on Wall Street after the US presidential elections.
London open: Stocks nudge up amid corporate deluge, ahead of rate decisions
(Sharecast News) - London stocks nudged higher in early trade on Thursday as investors waded through a deluge of corporate news and looked ahead to the latest policy announcements from the Bank of England and the US Federal Reserve.
Europe open: Stocks rise ahead of central bank meetings
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets rose on Thursday as investors waded through a barrage of economic data and awaited central bank meetings in Sweden, the UK and US.
London pre-open: Stocks to edge up ahead of BoE, Fed rate announcements
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to edge up at the open on Thursday as investors waded through a deluge of corporate news and looked ahead to the latest policy announcements from the Bank of England and the US Federal Reserve.
US close: Stocks sharply higher following Trump's re-election victory
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks closed sharply higher on Wednesday after news outlets called the 2024 presidential election for Donald Trump.
Europe close: Stocks swing into the red as post-election euphoria fades
(Sharecast News) - The post-election rally across European stock markets rapidly lost steam on Wednesday, with markets swinging sharply into the red as investors assessed what another Donald Trump presidency might mean for the global economy.
London close: Stocks finish mixed after Trump election landslide
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended Wednesday in mixed territory as markets processed Donald Trump's surprise landslide victory in the US presidential election.
FTSE 100 movers: CRH and Ashtead rally; Persimmon in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was flat at 8,168.57 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
FTSE 250 movers: Investment trusts benefit from rally in global equities
(Sharecast News) - Investment trusts were performing well on Wednesday afternoon as global stock markets rose strongly in the aftermath of the US election, with Donald Trump's victory prompting investors to scale up their appetite for risk.
Broker tips: Burberry, Smith and Nephew, 3i Group
(Sharecast News) - RBC Capital Markets upgraded Burberry on Wednesday to 'outperform' from 'sector perform' and hiked its price target on the stock to 900.0p from 650.0p.
Director dealings: Asos CFO snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Asos revealed on Wednesday that chief financial officer Dave Murray had acquired 5,800 ordinary shares in the London-listed fashion retailer.
US open: Stocks sharply higher following Trump's re-election victory
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were sharply higher at the open on Wednesday after news outlets began to call the 2024 presidential election for Donald Trump.
US pre-open: Futures surge on Trump victory
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were sharply higher ahead of the bell on Wednesday after news outlets began to call the 2024 presidential election for Donald Trump.
Europe midday: Stocks come off highs as investors digest US election aftermath
(Sharecast News) - European markets came off their highs by Wednesday lunchtime but were still trading with impressive gains in the aftermath of the US presidential election, with Donald Trump defeating Kamala Harris to emerge as the clear winner.
London midday: Stocks rally as Trump becomes 47th US president
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still firmly in the black by midday on Wednesday as Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States.
Asia report: Markets mixed as world watches US election
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets showed a mixed performance on Wednesday as investors responded to Wall Street's overnight rally ahead of US presidential election results.
London open: Stocks surge as Trump declares victory
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rallied in early trade on Wednesday as Donald Trump closed in on the US presidency.
Europe open: Stocks surge as risk appetite returns following US elections
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets rallied on Wednesday morning in the aftermath of the US presidential elections, with Donald Trump already declaring a "magnificent victory" in the race against Kamala Harris to the White House.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as Trump on course to win US presidential race
(Sharecast News) - London stocks looked set to gain at the open on Wednesday as Donald Trump was on course to win the US presidential race.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as Trump on course to win US presidential race
(Sharecast News) - London stocks looked set to gain at the open on Wednesday as Donald Trump was on course to win the US presidential race.
US close: Stocks jump despite election uncertainty as voting roll in
(Sharecast News) - Traders were in a bullish mood despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding the outcome of the US presidential elections, with all three Wall Street benchmark indices rising by 1% or more.
London close: Stocks turn negative as Americans head to the polls
(Sharecast News) - London stocks closed lower on Tuesday, with caution dominating markets as US voters headed to the presidential polls.
Directors deals: Person related to Trustpilot chairman buys at three-year highs
(Sharecast News) - A person closely associated with Trustpilot non-executive chairman, Zillah Byng-Thorne, picked up a batch of shares in the review platform.
Europe close: Stocks flat as investors scale back risk ahead of US elections
(Sharecast News) - European stocks were subdued on Tuesday with the Stoxx 600 finishing flat as investors digested a barrage of underwhelming corporate earnings and awaited news from the US presidential elections, which have the potential to cause some major market volatility in the coming days.
FTSE 250 movers: TP ICAP jumps while Burberry drops
(Sharecast News) - The FTSE 250 was trading more or less flat on Tuesday afternoon, with gains from TP ICAP and Pennon offset by falls by Burberry and Close Brothers.
US open: Stocks push higher despite election uncertainty
(Sharecast News) - US stocks were putting in decent gains on Tuesday morning despite the potential for significant market volatility as the public heads to polls to pick their candidate to become the country's 47th president.
FTSE 100 movers: Melrose jumps on Citi note; Schroders tumbles on results
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.1% at 8,175.75 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
FTSE 100 movers: Melrose jumps on Citi note; Schroders tumbles on results
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.1% at 8,175.75 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
Broker tips: Water companies, Close Bros, Melrose
(Sharecast News) - UK water companies were on the rise on Tuesday as Citi and JPMorgan Cazenove struck a positive note on the outlook ahead of Ofwat's Final Determinations next month.
Europe midday: Markets flat ahead of US elections as earnings disappoint
(Sharecast News) - European stocks were flat by Tuesday lunchtime, with markets across the continent rangebound as investors brace for news from the US presidential election later on, while a barrage of disappointing corporate earnings weighed on sentiment.
London midday: FTSE higher but gains muted ahead of US election
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had pushed a little higher by midday on Tuesday, but gains were unspectacular as investors erred on the side of caution as Americans headed to the polls.
US pre-open: Subdued start expected as markets brace for election volatility
(Sharecast News) - US stock futures were inching higher on Tuesday, though gains were likely to be limited as investors scaled back their appetite for risk ahead of the presidential elections.
Asia report: Markets mixed as investors eye US election
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets closed in a mixed state on Tuesday as investors cautiously navigated global uncertainties surrounding the US presidential election and a potential interest rate decision by the Federal Reserve later in the week.
Europe open: Gains limited as investors await US election news
(Sharecast News) - European stocks opened higher on Tuesday morning, though gains were only mild as investors refrained from taking on too much risk ahead of the US elections, which have the potential to cause some big swings across global financial markets in the coming days.
London open: FTSE nudges up as investors eye US election
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were just a smidgen higher in early trade on Tuesday, with investors erring on the side of caution as Americans headed to the polls.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower as Americans head to the polls
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Tuesday as Americans headed to the polls.
Europe close: Stocks erase gains as investors show nerves ahead of US elections
(Sharecast News) - European stocks lost steam on Monday afternoon as earlier gains faded and global markets turned red ahead of Tuesday's US presidential election.
Director dealings: Science Group executive chairman raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Science Group revealed on Monday that executive chair Martyn Ratcliffe had acquired 10,000 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed science and technology consultancy business.
Broker tips: Fresnillo, Smith and Nephew, 3i Group
(Sharecast News) - Canaccord Genuity downgraded Fresnillo on Monday to 'hold' from 'buy' as it pointed to a strong run over the past three to six months.
London close: Stocks mixed on eve of US presidential election
(Sharecast News) - London markets closed with mixed results on Monday, as investors prepared for a week laden with key political and economic events, including the upcoming US presidential election and anticipated policy statements in both the UK and US.
FTSE 250 movers: Burberry jumps on M&A buzz, Raspberry Pi drops
(Sharecast News) - Luxury brand Burberry topped the risers list on Monday on the back of takeover rumours, while low-cost single-board computer maker Raspberry Pi was the worst performer, extending recent losses.
FTSE 100 movers: NatWest boosted by upgrade; S&N in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.4% at 8,207.11 in afternoon trade on Monday.
US open: Stocks mixed ahead of presidential election
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Monday as Americans get set to head to the polls tomorrow.
US pre-open: Futures trade higher as America gets set to vote
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Monday as Americans get set to head to the polls in a little over 24 hours.
Europe midday: Markets inch higher as oil stocks provide a lift
(Sharecast News) - European markets advanced on Monday, with energy stocks leading the way higher, though trading was rangebound ahead of the US election, which has the potential to cause some big swings in the coming days.
Asia report: Markets rise ahead of US election, China legislative session
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets rallied on Monday as investors awaited key developments in the United States and China.
London open: Stocks gain as investors eye US election, rate announcements
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Monday as investors eyed a busy week that includes the US presidential election and policy announcements in the UK and across the pond.
Europe open: Markets rangebound as investors gear up for US election risk
(Sharecast News) - European stocks were mixed on Monday morning as investors sat on their hands ahead of a number of monumental risk events in the coming days which could decide the future trajectory for markets in the coming months.
London pre-open: Stocks seen flat ahead of US election
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set for a flat open on Monday as all eyes turned to the US election on Tuesday and policy announcements in the UK and the US this week.
US close: Stocks gain on weak jobs report, strong earnings
(Sharecast News) - US stocks rebounded on Friday while bond yields surged as a much lower-than-expected jobs report made life easier for the Federal Reserve to ease monetary policy next week.
London close: Stocks higher as US jobs report underwhelms
(Sharecast News) - London stocks closed higher on Friday, as investors digested an unexpectedly low US payrolls figure, as well as a range of UK economic releases.
Broker tips: Warpaint, Schroders, Braemar, Morgan Sindall
(Sharecast News) - RBC Capital Markets initiated coverage of Warpaint on Friday with an 'outperform' rating and 685.0p price target.
Director dealings: Dunelm CFO raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Dunelm revealed on Friday that chief financial officer Karen Witts had acquired 8,375 ordinary shares in the FTSE 250-listed retailer.
FTSE 250 movers: TBC Bank, Close Brothers recover
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 250 was 0.5% higher in afternoon on Friday at 20,492.06.
FTSE 100 movers: Reckitt surges on infant formula win, Schroders lifted by upgrade
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 1% at 8,189.25 in afternoon trade on Friday.
US open: Stocks sharply higher following NFP reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were sharply higher at the bell on Friday as traders digested last month's all-important jobs report.
London midday: Stocks extend gains ahead of payrolls
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had extended gains by midday on Friday as investors digested a raft of UK data releases and looked ahead to the US non-farm payrolls report.
Europe midday: Oil stocks drive markets higher as crude jumps
(Sharecast News) - Europe's equity markets rebounded strongly on Friday following three straight days in the red, with oil stocks tracking the price of crude higher amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
US pre-open: Futures higher ahead of NFP reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Friday as traders awaited last month's all-important jobs report.
Asia report: Most markets start November in the red
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets faced declines on Friday, mirroring Wall Street's recent downturn, as investors braced for the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision and the imminent US elections.
Europe open: Stocks snap three-day losing streak ahead of US data
(Sharecast News) - European stocks rebounded on Friday as investors went bargain hunting with markets at an 11-week low, amid optimism that China's economy is showing tentative signs of a recovery.
London open: Stocks gain ahead of payrolls; Reckitt surges
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Friday as investors digested the latest house price and retail industry data and looked ahead to the US non-farm payrolls report.
London pre-open: Stocks to nudge down as investors mull house price, retail data
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to nudge lower at the open on Friday as investors digest the latest house price and retail industry data.
US close: Stocks sharply lower following tech earnings, PCE reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks closed sharply lower on Thursday as market participants were again zeroed in on Q3 earnings and a number of key data points.
Europe close: Stocks hit 11-week low as global earnings underwhelm
(Sharecast News) - European stocks dropped sharply for the third straight day on Thursday, with rising bond yields and a barrage of disappointing earnings from the likes of BNP Paribas, Smith & Nephew and AB InBev weighing heavily on risk appetite.
London close: Stocks down on corporate earnings, Budget fallout
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended Thursday in negative territory, weighed down by corporate earnings releases and the market's response to the new Labour government's budget unveiled on Wednesday.
Broker tips: Nexteq, Lloyds
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Canaccord Genuity lowered their target price on business-to-business technology firm Nexteq from 200.0p to 110.0p on Friday, citing short-term headwinds.
Director dealings: Bioventix CFO raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Bioventix revealed on Thursday that chief financial officer Bruce Hiscock had acquired 333 ordinary shares in the London-listed antibodies development and supply company.
FTSE 250 movers: Kainos, housing stocks lead the decline
(Sharecast News) - London's second-tier index was falling sharply on Thursday afternoon, with heavy falls from Kainos and the housing sector providing a big drag.
FTSE 100 movers: DS Smith surges; S&N in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.9% at 8,086.59 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
US open: Stocks lower following Q3 earnings, PCE data
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were firmly in the red early on Thursday as market participants were again zeroed in on Q3 earnings and a number of key data points.
US pre-open: Futures lower following Q3 GDP, tech earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were firmly in the red ahead of the bell on Thursday following a preliminary reading of America's Q3 GDP and earnings from some big-name tech firms overnight.
Europe midday: Stoxx 600 hits eight-week low
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets fell sharply on Thursday as a barrage of disappointing corporate earnings weighed on sentiment, pushing the Stoxx 600 to its lowest level in nearly two months.
London midday: FTSE falls further as investors assess Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen further by midday on Thursday as investors sifted through a raft of corporate releases, including third-quarter results from Shell, and continued to mull the implications of the Budget.
Asia report: Most markets fall as Bank of Japan holds rates
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets saw a general downturn on Thursday as investors reacted to the Bank of Japan's decision to keep interest rates unchanged and monitored China's latest manufacturing data.
London open: FTSE falls again after Budget; Shell results in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell in early trade on Thursday as investors sifted through a raft of corporate releases and continued to mull the implications of the Budget.
Europe open: Stocks at seven-week low as earnings disappoint
(Sharecast News) - European stocks dropped to their lowest in seven weeks on Thursday as investors digested a barrage of economic data and weak corporate earnings from a long list of blue-chip names.
London pre-open: Stocks seen down again; Shell in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks looked set for further losses on Thursday, having ended firmly in the red a day earlier after Labour's first Budget in 14 years.
Europe close: Stocks end lower
(Sharecast News) - European stocks ended lower in the next-to-last session until month's end, albeit off their worst levels.
US close: Stocks lower following preliminary GDP reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red at the close of trading on Wednesday as market participants digested Q3 earnings and a preliminary Q3 GDP reading.
London close: Stocks mixed as Chancellor unveils tax hikes
(Sharecast News) - London stocks saw mixed results on Wednesday as investors weighed the impact of the £40bn worth of tax rises announced by Rachel Reeves in her first Budget as Chancellor.
Broker tips: Bridgepoint, Elementis, IAG, EasyJet
(Sharecast News) - Citi downgraded its stance on alternative asset fund management group Bridgepoint on Wednesday to 'neutral' as it said there were limited near-term catalysts after the shares have risen 80% over the past year.
US open: Stocks higher following preliminary GDP reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Wednesday as market participants digested Q3 earnings and a preliminary Q3 GDP reading.
Director dealings: Rosslyn Data Technologies chairman snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Rosslyn Data Technologies revealed on Wednesday that chairman James Appleby had acquired 5.28m ordinary shares in the AIM-listed software firm.
FTSE 250 movers: Grafton rises on acquisition, Hochschild in the red
(Sharecast News) - The FTSE 250 was trading more than 1% higher on Wednesday afternoon, with the gains driven by updates from a number of companies earlier in the session.
FTSE 100 movers: StanChart gains on results; GSK in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.7% at 8,159.45 in afternoon trade on Wednesday as chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the first Labour Budget in 14 years.
Europe midday: Shares drop sharply
(Sharecast News) - European stocks are trading sharply lower in the next-to-last session until month's end.
London midday: Stocks stay down ahead of Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still in the red by midday on Wednesday as jitters crept in ahead of the Autumn Budget, with tax rises and spending cuts on the cards.
US pre-open: Futures mixed ahead of preliminary GDP figures
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mixed ahead of the bell on Wednesday as market participants continued to digest Q3 earnings and awaited a fresh GDP reading.
Asia report: Most markets fall, Australian inflation slows
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets largely declined on Wednesday as investors evaluated Australia's latest inflation data, showing consumer prices at their lowest levels since early 2021.
London open: Stocks fall ahead of Budget; StanChart bucks trend
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell in early trade on Wednesday as jitters crept in ahead of the Autumn Budget, with tax rises and spending cuts on the cards.
London pre-open: Stocks to fall as attention turns to Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to drop at the open on Wednesday ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Europe open: Stocks slip but UBS shines
(Sharecast News) - European stocks are under pressure again at the start of the next-to-last session until month's end.
US close: Markets mixed before tech earnings, but Nasdaq hits new high
(Sharecast News) - US stock markets finished mixed on Tuesday as investors kept a lid on risk appetite amid a barrage of corporate earnings and economic data, though the Nasdaq still managed to push ahead to a new high.
London close: Stocks slip ahead of US tech earnings, UK Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks closed in the red on Tuesday, amid mixed corporate earnings and investor caution ahead of big US tech results and the UK's Budget announcement.
Broker tips: TI Fluid Systems, RWS Holdings, Melrose Industries
(Sharecast News) - Jefferies downgraded its stance on TI Fluid Systems on Tuesday to 'hold' from 'buy' and cut its target price on the stock from 215.0p following a takeover proposal from ABC Technologies.
Europe close: Stocks slip as corporate earnings dampen sentiment
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets were lower on Tuesday as risk appetite remains limited ahead of a number of key risk events in the coming days, while traders assessed a barrage of blue-chip corporate earnings and economic data.
Director dealings: Likewise non-executive director lowers stake
(Sharecast News) - Likewise Group revealed on Tuesday that non-executive director Andrew Simpson had disposed of 9.25m ordinary shares in the AIM-listed floor coverings distributor.
US open: Mixed start to trading as investors await Alphabet earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Tuesday as market participants braced for a number of big tech earnings.
FTSE 250 movers: Georgian banks recover; C&C fizzes lower
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 250 was up 1% at 20,621.11 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
FTSE 100 movers: HSBC rallies on results; BP gushes lower
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.7% at 8,229.35 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
Europe midday: Markets rangebound as investors digest earnings and data
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets were rangebound on Tuesday as risk appetite remains limited ahead of a number of key risk events in the coming days, while traders assessed a barrage of blue-chip corporate earnings and economic data.
US pre-open: Futures trade lower ahead of Alphabet earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red ahead of the bell on Tuesday as market participants braced for a number of big tech earnings.
London midday: FTSE touch higher as BP slumps, HSBC rallies
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were just in the black by midday on Tuesday as investors mulled results from BP and HSBC and looked ahead to key US tech earnings and the Budget.
Asia report: Most markets follow Wall Street higher
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets mostly rose on Tuesday, mirroring Wall Street's gains as investor optimism about upcoming major tech earnings helped lift sentiment across the region.
Europe open: Banking stocks provide a lift early on
(Sharecast News) - European stocks edged higher on Tuesday morning, helped by improving economic data in Germany, where consumer confidence improved more than expected.
London open: Stocks edge up as BP, HSBC report; Budget eyed
(Sharecast News) - London stocks edged higher in early trade on Tuesday as investors digested results from the likes of HSBC and BP and looked ahead to the Budget.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up on positive US cues; BP, HSBC in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Tuesday following a solid session on Wall Street, as investors digested results from the likes of BP, HSBC and Hargreaves Lansdown.
US close: Dow Jones reverses Friday's losses
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green at the close of trading on Monday as market participants prepared for a week jam-packed with Q3 earnings.
Broker tips: Trainline, Softcat
(Sharecast News) - Shore Capital has reiterated its 'buy' rating for Trainline after the bookings platform upgraded its full-year guidance on Monday, predicting significant upside for the stock from current levels.
Europe close: Stocks stage afternoon push as oil prices drop
(Sharecast News) - European stocks turned positive on Monday afternoon while oil prices tanked, with analysts pointing to hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East
Director dealings: 80 Mile director raises stake
(Sharecast News) - 80 Mile revealed on Monday that non-executive director Roderick McIlree had acquired 8.0m ordinary shares in the AIM-listed exploration and development company.
London close: Stocks close higher as investors look to Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had swung back into positive territory by the close on Monday, as investors prepared for a number of upcoming corporate earnings reports and the Autumn Budget.
US open: Stocks sharply higher as investors await Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Monday as market participants prepared for a week jam-packed with Q3 earnings.
FTSE 100 movers: Melrose surges; oil giants gush lower
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.4% at 8,284.36 in afternoon trade on Monday.
FTSE 250 movers: Trainline jumps on outlook, Georgian banks fall
(Sharecast News) - The market value of Trainline jumped by a tenth on Monday after a bullish update from the bookings platform, while banking stocks TBC and Bank of Georgia tumbled on political uncertainty.
London midday: Stocks fall as oil giants slump, ahead of busy week
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen into the red by midday on Monday, with energy issues under the cosh, as investors eyed key earnings releases this week and the Autumn Budget.
Europe midday: Markets flat as oil stocks track crude prices lower
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets were flatlining on Monday, erasing earlier gains as investors adopted a cautious approach ahead of a number of key risk events over the coming week, with oil majors providing a drag as crude prices tanked.
US pre-open: Futures higher ahead of earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Monday as market participants prepared for a week jam-packed with Q3 earnings.
Asia report: Markets rise, yen falls after Japan general election
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets posted gains on Monday, led by a strong performance in Japan's stock indices following the country's general election.
London open: FTSE little changed as BP, Shell gush lower; Budget eyed
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were little changed in early trade on Monday, with energy issues under the cosh, as investors eyed key earnings releases this week and the Autumn Budget.
Europe open: Markets rise but rangebound ahead of risk events
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets rose on Monday but gains were only mild ahead of a number of key risk events from the US over the coming week, including tech earnings, jobs data and the presidential election.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up ahead of earnings slew, Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to gain at the open on Monday following losses at the end of last week, as investors eyed a slew of key earnings releases this week and the Autumn Budget.
US close: Markets mixed again as uncertainty hits sentiment
(Sharecast News) - US stock markets finished mixed on Friday as investors refrained from taking on too much risk ahead of some crucial market-moving events over the coming weeks, though more gains from Tesla propelled the Nasdaq higher.
London close: Stocks finish mixed ahead of Budget next week
(Sharecast News) - London markets closed with mixed results on Friday as caution weighed on investor sentiment, driven by concerns over weakening consumer confidence and the forthcoming Budget.
Europe close: Stocks end week on a mixed note
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets finished on a mixed note on Friday, having erased earlier losses, though trading was rangebound with investors cautious ahead of number of key events in the coming weeks.
Week ahead: Autumn Budget, US non-farm payrolls in focus
(Sharecast News) - Investors' focus over the coming week will be on the Autumn Budget, on Wednesday. In it, the Chancellor is expected to announce a panoply of measures aimed at raising tens of billions of pounds in new tax measures.
Broker tips: SSE, Flutter Entertainment
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Berenberg raised their target price on bookmaker Flutter Entertainment from 18,800.0p to 20,300.0p on Friday as it updated its estimates for the group's mid-term targets.
Director dealings: Ecora Resources CEO snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Ecora Resources revealed on Friday that chief executive Marc Lafleche had acquired 100,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed royalty and streaming company.
US open: Dow headed for weekly loss despite early gains
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Friday but were still on track for a losing week.
FTSE 250 movers: Close Brothers tumbles; Burberry in fashion
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 250 was up 0.3% at 20,843.92 in afternoon trade on Friday.
FTSE 100 movers: NatWest jumps on results; SSE hit by downgrade
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was flat at 8,270.58 in afternoon trade on Friday.
US pre-open: Futures higher as bond yields, Q3 earnings remain in focus
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Friday as bond yields and corporate earnings remained in focus.
Europe midday: Markets rangebound ahead of upcoming risk events
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets were trading flat by Friday lunchtime, having erased earlier losses, though trading was rangebound with investors cautious ahead of number of key events in the coming weeks.
London midday: FTSE touch lower amid Budget jitters
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still just a touch weaker by midday on Friday as investors mulled a decline in consumer confidence and as wariness set in ahead of next week's Budget.
Asia report: Markets mixed ahead of Japan's general election
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets presented a mixed picture on Friday as investors remained cautious ahead of Japan's general election, set to take place over the weekend.
Europe open: Stocks open lower on mixed earnings
(Sharecast News) - Europe's Stoxx 600 opened lower on Friday morning, rounding off the week with its fourth loss in five sessions amid ongoing macro and political uncertainty.
London open: FTSE dips as wariness sets in ahead of Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks dipped in early trade on Friday as investors mulled a decline in consumer confidence and as wariness set in ahead of next week's Budget.
London pre-open: Stocks to nudge lower; consumer confidence dips
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to nudge lower at the open on Friday as investors mulled a decline in consumer confidence and as wariness set in ahead of next week's Budget.
US close: Stocks end mixed, but Tesla lifts Nasdaq higher
(Sharecast News) - US markets ended mixed on Thursday as investors digested a barrage of economic data and corporate earnings amid ongoing political uncertainty, but a surge in Tesla's stock pushed the Nasdaq firmly higher.
Broker tips: International Capital Group, Quilter
(Sharecast News) - Berenberg started coverage of capital asset manager International Capital Group at 'buy' on Thursday with a 2,600p price target.
Director dealings: Pinewood Technologies director makes share purchase
(Sharecast News) - Pinewood Technologies revealed on Thursday that non-executive director Nicola Flanders had acquired 5,714 ordinary shares in the London-listed software firm.
US open: Stocks mixed as bond yields remain in focus
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were mixed early on Thursday as elevated bond yields continued to weigh on stocks.
Europe close: Markets finish flat as earnings optimism fades
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets gave up earlier gains to finish or less flat on Thursday as earlier optimism surrounding a raft of upbeat corporate earnings quickly faded.
FTSE 100 movers: Anglo American rallies; Bunzl in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.3% at 8,283.32 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
FTSE 250 movers: Softcat, Indivior and Bloomsbury Publishing surge after results
(Sharecast News) - Softcat, Indivior and Bloomsbury Publishing were all putting in impressive gains on Thursday afternoon following well-received results, while Abrdn, Inchcape and Travis Perkins disappointed investors with updates on trading.
Europe midday: Strong earnings propel markets higher
(Sharecast News) - European stocks snapped a three-day losing streak as a raft of better-than-expected corporate earnings distracted investors from a mixed bag of economic data.
London midday: Stocks push higher amid corporate deluge
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had extended gains by midday on Thursday, helped along by well-received results from the likes of Unilever, LSEG and Barclays, and a strong showing from Tesla after hours.
US pre-open: Futures mixed as bond yields remain elevated
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mixed ahead of the bell on Thursday as elevated bond yields continued to weigh on stocks.
Asia report: Most markets slip as South Korea avoids recession
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets were mostly in decline on Thursday, following Wall Street's continued slide overnight, after the Dow Jones Industrial Average recorded its worst performance in over a month.
London close: Stocks mixed after barrage of corporate updates
(Sharecast News) - London's stock markets ended Thursday with mixed results, with the top-flight index held aloft by strong earnings reports from major companies like Unilever and Barclays, as investors digested a slew of US data.
Europe open: Stocks rise as blue chip earnings impress
(Sharecast News) - European stocks rebounded on Thursday after three days of losses as investors digested a raft of upbeat corporate earnings and awaited a series of key economic indicators.
London open: Stocks gain as Unilever, Barclays results impress
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Thursday, helped along by well-received results from the likes of Unilever and Barclays, and a strong showing from Tesla after hours.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up amid flurry of corporate news
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Thursday following losses in the previous session, as investors waded through a deluge of earnings from the likes of Barclays and Unilever.
US close: Stocks slump again as uncertainty weighs on sentiment
(Sharecast News) - US stocks fell for the third day on Wednesday, dropping sharply as investors continued to take profits following recent highs, with shares of Tesla falling ahead of the carmaker's results due out after the closing bell.
Europe close: Stocks finish lower, Lloyds and Deutsche Bank underwhelm
(Sharecast News) - Europe's stock markets mostly fell on Wednesday as macro uncertainty and cautious comments from the head of the European Central Bank weighed on risk appetite.
London close: Stocks finish lower ahead of Budget, US election
(Sharecast News) - London markets closed in negative territory on Wednesday as investor caution prevailed ahead of the upcoming Budget and amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the US presidential election.
FTSE 100 movers: WPP, Reckitt rally on results
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.5% at 8,267.31 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
FTSE 250 movers: Hochschild shines; Volution hit by downgrade
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 250 was down 0.5% at 20,839.49 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
US open: Stocks start on back foot as Boeing losses widen
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street opened lower on Wednesday, with key indices reflecting cautious sentiment among investors amid a number of corporate earnings reports.
Broker tips: Ibstock, Forterra, Volution
(Sharecast News) - Jefferies upgraded both Ibstock and Forterra on Wednesday to 'buy' from 'hold' "given the current compelling demand-supply dynamic in the UK brick sector".
London midday: Stocks turn lower amid Budget jitters, US election uncertainty
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had turned lower by midday on Wednesday as caution crept in ahead of next week's Budget and amid uncertainty over the US election.
Europe midday: Stocks fall for third day amid political, macro uncertainty
(Sharecast News) - European stocks inched lower on Wednesday though markets were rangebound with investors adopting a cautious approach amid heightened political uncertainty and ongoing price volatility in the commodity markets.
Asia report: Markets rise amid big IPOs in Tokyo, Hong Kong
(Sharecast News) - Asian markets mostly rose on Tuesday, diverging from a lacklustre session on Wall Street.
US pre-open: Stocks seen lower ahead of Boeing, Tesla earnings
(Sharecast News) - US futures pointed to a weaker open on Wall Street on Wednesday as investors eyed earnings from the likes of Boeing, Tesla and Coca-Cola.
London open: FTSE nudges up as WPP, Reckitt gain
(Sharecast News) - London stocks nudged up in early trade on Wednesday, helped along by well-received results from the likes of WPP and Reckitt, but gains were muted as caution crept in ahead of next week's Budget and amid uncertainty over the US election.
Europe open: Markets open flat as caution reigns
(Sharecast News) - European stocks opened flat on Wednesday morning following two days of losses, with markets rangebound amid ongoing macro uncertainty.
London pre-open: Stocks to edge down; gold continues to shine
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall a little at the open on Wednesday, having closed a touch lower a day earlier, while gold prices continued to shine.
Broker tips: SSE, Morgan Sindall
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Berenberg hiked their target price on utilities giant SSE from 2,100.0p to 2,300.0p on Tuesday, stating the group's quasi-regulated business mix had served it well through the energy market turmoil of recent years.
Europe close: Stocks fall for second day as oil prices surge
(Sharecast News) - European stocks pared losses but still ended firmly in the red as macro uncertainty and ongoing conflict in the Middle East continued to weigh heavily on sentiment, as oil prices surged.
Director dealings: Restore director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Restore revealed on Tuesday that non-executive director Lisa Fretwell had acquired 4,800 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed information management firm.
London close: Stocks mixed as government borrowing rises
(Sharecast News) - London stocks saw a mixed performance on Tuesday, with investors digesting the latest data on government borrowing ahead of next week's Budget.
FTSE 100 movers: Fresnillo shines again; utilities fall
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.1% at 8,308.44 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
US open: Stocks lower as Q3 earnings, Treasury yields remain in focus
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red early on Tuesday as Q3 earnings remained firmly in focus.
FTSE 250 movers: Morgan Sindall surges, financial stocks fall
(Sharecast News) - Construction firm Morgan Sindall was the notable outperformer on the FTSE 250 on Tuesday after reporting that full-year profits would now be "significantly ahead" of previous expectations.
Europe midday: Stocks pull back amid macro uncertainty
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets were falling sharply on Tuesday as investors scaled back risk appetite and took profits with markets retreating from recent records.
London midday: Stocks fall further after borrowing figures
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen further into the red by midday on Tuesday as data showed that government borrowing jumped in September ahead of next week's Budget.
Asia report: Most markets follow Wall Street lower
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets fell on Tuesday, following a dip in major US indexes during a mixed session on Wall Street.
US pre-open: Stocks lower as Treasury yields remain in focus
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Tuesday as Treasury yields continued to rise and Q3 earnings remained firmly in focus.
Europe open: SAP lifts German stocks higher, but wider markets fall
(Sharecast News) - European stocks edged lower on Tuesday on a quiet day for economic data, as investors continued to take profits with markets close to record highs.
London open: FTSE edges down as borrowing jumps ahead of Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks edged lower on Tuesday as investors mulled the latest UK borrowing figures.
London open: FTSE edges down as borrowing jumps ahead of Budget
(Sharecast News) - London stocks edged lower on Tuesday as investors mulled the latest UK borrowing figures.
London pre-open: Stocks to fall as investors mull borrowing figures
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall on Tuesday following a mostly weaker Asian session, as investors digested the latest UK borrowing figures.
US close: Stocks mixed as traders await more Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks turned in a mixed performance on Monday as Q3 earnings season gets set to pick up steam.
Europe close: Stocks fall as risk appetite slides
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets started the new week on the back foot, with the Stoxx 600 retreating from a four-week high, as investors scaled back risk appetite and poured into safe-haven assets like gold.
London close: Stocks give up gains to finish in the red
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended lower on Monday, after the People's Bank of China made bigger-than-expected cuts to loan prime rates, while UK house price growth stagnated.
FTSE 250 movers: Miners rise on China rate cut, record gold prices
(Sharecast News) - Mining stocks were dominating the risers list on the FTSE 250 on Monday, as stimulus measures in China and commodity prices provided a boost to sentiment.
FTSE 100 movers: Fresnillo shines; Intertek hit by downgrade
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.2% at 8,338.67 in afternoon trade on Monday.
Broker tips: Intertek, Cerillion, Future, Midwich
(Sharecast News) - RBC Capital Markets downgraded Intertek on Monday to 'sector perform' from 'outperform' and cut its price target on the stock to 5,000.0p from 5,200.0p.
Director dealings: Audioboom chairman snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Audioboom revealed on Monday that chairman Michael Tobin had acquired 10,620 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed podcasting business.
US pre-open: Futures lower following Dow's record close
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Monday as Q3 earnings season gets set to pick up steam.
US open: Stocks little changed ahead of busy earnings week
(Sharecast News) - US stocks were little changed in early trade on Monday as investors eyed a week jam-packed with high-profile earnings results.
London midday: Stocks pare gains as investors mull PBOC policy move
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had pared gains by midday on Monday as investors mulled the latest policy move by the People's Bank of China and UK house price data.
Asia report: Markets mixed as China cuts loan prime rates
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed performances on Monday as investors weighed China's decision to cut its loan prime rate.
Europe midday: Stocks retreat from four-week high as Chinese stimulus underwhelms
(Sharecast News) - After a positive start, European stocks dropped into the red by the Monday lunchtime, with the Stoxx 600 pulling back from a four-week high as more underwhelming Chinese stimulus measures failed to lift sentiment.
Europe open: Stoxx 600 inches closer to record high after Chinese stimulus
(Sharecast News) - European markets were rangebound in early trading on Monday with stocks trading at their highest levels in four weeks.
London open: Stocks gain as miners rally on PBOC cuts
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Monday, with miners pacing the gains as investors mulled the latest move by the People's Bank of China and UK house price data.
London pre-open: Stocks to edge up; Rightmove data in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to edge up at the open on Monday as investors mulled the latest house price data.
US close: Dow, S&P 500 set new records as earnings impress
(Sharecast News) - US stocks rose slightly on Friday but gains were enough to lift both the S&P 500 and Dow to new record highs, as investors digested a barrage of corporate earnings, including a bumper set of results from streaming giant Netflix.
Europe close: Speculation around Chinese stimulus lifts stocks
(Sharecast News) - European stocks finished mostly higher on Friday, with indices close to record highs following an interest-rate cut in the previous session.
Broker tips: Rio Tinto, Bunzl
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Berenberg lowered their target price on mining giant Rio Tinto from 6,200.0p to 6,000.0p on Friday following the group's Q3 operational review.
Director dealings: Severn Trent director lowers stake
(Sharecast News) - Severn Trent revealed on Friday that director Helen Miles had disposed of 18,472 ordinary shares in the FTSE 100-listed water company.
London close: Stocks finish week on mixed note
(Sharecast News) - London's stock markets closed with mixed results on Friday, reflecting a cautious mood as investors reacted to economic growth data out of China, as well as an improvement in UK retail sales.
US open: Stocks mixed as traders continue to assess Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Friday as market participants continued to thumb over corporate earnings.
FTSE 250 movers: Future tumbles on CEO departure; Bellway drops
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 250 was down 0.2% at 21,068.81 in afternoon trade on Friday.
FTSE 100 movers: Miners rally but housebuilders in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.7% at 8,326.79 in afternoon trade on Friday.
Europe midday: Stocks rangebound as investors digest Chinese data
(Sharecast News) - European stocks opened with small gains on Friday, though markets were rangebound with indices close to or at record highs following an interest-rate cut the previous session.
London midday: Stocks stay down after China GDP data; UK retail sales beat
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still weaker by midday on Friday after data showed that economic growth in China slowed, although UK retail sales figures were better than expected.
Asia report: Most markets rise after China data dump
(Sharecast News) - Markets across the Asia-Pacific region mostly rose on Friday, bolstered by a sharp rebound in Chinese stocks following stronger-than-expected GDP data.
US pre-open: Major indices on track for sixth-straight winning week
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mostly higher ahead of the bell on Friday, putting major indices on track for their sixth-straight winning week.
Week ahead: Central bank speakers, Global PMIs in focus
(Sharecast News) - Investors' focus over the coming week will be on a veritable flood of central bank speakers from across several of the world's main economies on the occasion of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank's annual meetings in Washington D.C..
London open: Stocks fall as China growth slows; UK retail sales in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell in early trade on Friday after data showed that economic growth in China slowed, although UK retail sales figures were better than expected.
Europe open: Markets mixed as investors digest ECB rate cut, China data
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets opened mixed on Friday as investors continued to digest an interest-rate cut the previous day along with a barrage of economic data from China overnight.
London pre-open: Stocks seen down after China GDP; UK retail sales in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Friday after data showed that economic growth in China slowed, and as investors mulled better-than-expected UK retail sales figures.
US close: Markets mixed but Dow hits another record
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street's three main equity indices finished in mixed fashion on Thursday as investors digested a flurry of economic data, but the Dow managed to eke out another all-time high.
Europe close: Stocks jump as ECB cuts rates, inflation falls
(Sharecast News) - European stocks finished with strong gains on Thursday after the European Central Bank cut interest rates for the third time this year and gave dovish comments about the policy outlook, while inflation data showed that price pressures eased more than expected last month.
London close: Stocks make gains as ECB cuts rates
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended higher on Thursday, buoyed by strong gains in Rentokil and Entain, as investors digested the European Central Bank's rate cut and a wave of economic data from the US.
FTSE 250 movers: Centamin, St James's Place and Chemring lead the rise
(Sharecast News) - The FTSE 250 was making decent gains on Thursday afternoon on the back of well-received updates from the likes of Centamin, St James's Place and Chemring.
Broker tips: Plus500, Quilter
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Canaccord Genuity downgraded capital markets business Plus500 from 'speculative buy' to 'hold' on Thursday but hiked their target price on the stock from 1,883.0p to 2,650.0p ahead of the group's Q3 trading update on 28 October.
Director dealings: Restore CFO raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Restore revealed on Thursday that chief financial officer Dan Baker had acquired 25,000 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed information management firm.
US open: Stocks higher as traders digest data points
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a positive start on Thursday as market participants digested a fresh batch of economic data.
FTSE 100 movers: Rentokil surges on update; Mondi slumps
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.6% at 8,381.38 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
Europe midday: Stocks extend gains as inflation falls ahead of ECB decision
(Sharecast News) - Stock markets rose strongly on Thursday after a lower-than-expected inflation print reinforced expectations of an interest-rate cut from the European Central Bank later on.
US pre-open: Futures higher as investors await fresh batch of economic data
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were pointing to a positive start to trading ahead of the bell on Thursday as market participants awaited a fresh batch of economic data.
London midday: Stocks push higher as Rentokil, Entain gain; ECB eyed
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had pushed higher by midday on Thursday, helped along by solid performances from the likes of Rentokil and Entain, as investors eyed an expected rate cut by the European Central Bank.
Asia report: Chinese property sector leads regional losses
(Sharecast News) - Most Asia-Pacific markets declined on Thursday, with China's property sector leading the fall after a housing ministry briefing failed to reassure investors.
London open: Stocks flat ahead of expected ECB rate cut
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were flat in early trade on Thursday as investors eyed an expected rate cut by the European Central Bank.
Europe open: Markets rangebound ahead of ECB decision
(Sharecast News) - Europe's equity markets were rangebound on Thursday morning as investors refrained from taking on too much risk ahead of the European Central Bank's interest rate decision at lunchtime.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up ahead of ECB policy announcement
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Thursday following a positive session on Wall Street, as investors eyed the latest policy announcement from the European Central Bank.
US close: Morgan Stanley leads markets higher, Dow hits new record
(Sharecast News) - US equity markets rallied into the close on Wednesday with the Dow hitting a fresh record high as more forecast-beating earnings in the banking sector offset weakness among tech stocks.
Director dealings: THG CEO snaps up 20m shares
(Sharecast News) - THG revealed on Wednesday that chief executive Matthew Moulding purchased 20.4m ordinary shares in the London-listed ecommerce retailer.
Broker tips: On The Beach, Bellway
(Sharecast News) - Canaccord Genuity lowered its target price on packaged holidays business On The Beach from 220.0p to 187.0p following the group's recent trading update.
US open: Dow Jones claws back some of yesterday's losses
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Wednesday as the Dow Jones tried to claw back some of the heavy losses recorded in the previous session.
Europe close: Shares pare losses as tech stocks weigh; Tate & Lyle surges
(Sharecast News) - European shares closed lower on Wednesday with luxury and tech stocks under pressure while investors also digested the latest UK inflation data showing a fall below 2% for the first time in three years, raising hopes of a rate cut from the Bank of England.
London close: Stocks rise on fresh rate cut hopes
(Sharecast News) - London's equity markets finished higher on Wednesday as investors reacted positively to a significant drop in UK inflation, which reached its lowest point in over three years.
FTSE 100 movers: Whitbread jumps; Car insurers under the cosh
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FTSE 250 movers: Marshalls surges; Mony Group slides
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,959.86 0.80%
US pre-open: Futures little changed following heavy losses
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were little changed ahead of the bell on Wednesday following heavy losses in the previous session.
Europe midday: Shares down with luxury, tech stocks under pressure
(Sharecast News) - European shares were lower on Wednesday with luxury and tech stocks under pressure while investors also digested the latest UK inflation data showing a fall below 2% for the first time in three years.
London midday: Whitbread leads the risers as inflation slowdown lifts stocks
(Sharecast News) - A drop in UK inflation to its lowest in more than three years gave London's FTSE 100 a boost on Wednesday, as hopes increased that the Bank of England would resume interest-rate cuts at its next meeting.
Asia report: Tech stocks lead most markets lower
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets faced broad declines on Wednesday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 leading the losses amid heightened investor caution.
Europe open: Shares follow US, Asia lower; weak LVMH sales hit luxury sector
(Sharecast News) - European shares were lower at the open on Wednesday after a mixed session on Asian markets and declines on Wall Street, while investors also digested the latest UK inflation data showing a fall below 2% for the first time in three years.
London open: Stocks rise on rate-cut hopes after inflation slowdown
(Sharecast News) - UK stocks were putting in solid gains on Wednesday morning after a sharper-than-expected fall in consumer price inflation all but cemented a rate cut at the Bank of England's next meeting.
London pre-open: FTSE 100 called higher, UK CPI and Trump in focus
(Sharecast News) - Stock futures were pointing to a slightly higher start for London's top-flight index on Wednesday following the release of a weaker-than-expected reading on UK inflation.
US close: Dow retreats from record high as traders digest Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red at the close of trading on Tuesday as Q3 earnings season kicked up a gear.
Broker tips: Bodycote, NatWest, Lloyds, National Grid
(Sharecast News) - RBC Capital Markets has upgraded its rating Bodycote following recent weakness in the share price, saying that the stock looks "attractive value" in spite of end-market headwinds.
Europe close: Oil prices, profit-taking weigh heavily on markets
(Sharecast News) - European stocks pulled back from a two-week high on Tuesday as plummeting oil prices and profit-taking saw most major indices trade lower.
London close: Stocks finish lower as oil prices sink
(Sharecast News) - London markets ended Tuesday in negative territory, driven primarily by a sharp decline in energy stocks following a drop in oil prices.
FTSE 250 movers: Bellway, IntegraFin and DiscoverIE impress with results
(Sharecast News) - Bellway, IntegraFin and DiscoverIE were all rising strongly on Tuesday as financial results and updates from the three groups impressed the market.
Director dealings: Vistry director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Vistry revealed on Tuesday that non-executive director Helen Owers had acquired 4,000 ordinary shares in the FTSE 100-listed housebuilder.
US open: Stocks lower as Q3 earnings continue to roll in
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red early on Tuesday as Q3 earnings season kicked up a gear.
FTSE 100 movers: Oil majors track crude prices lower, mining stocks drop
(Sharecast News) - A plunge in the price of oil on Tuesday was simultaneously lifting shares in the airline sector and dampening energy stocks, while mining names were tracking copper lower.
US pre-open: Futures little changed as Q3 earnings season picks up steam
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mixed ahead of the bell on Tuesday as Q3 earnings season gets set to kick up a gear.
London midday: Stocks weaker on UK jobs data, oil prices
(Sharecast News) - London markets were in the red by lunchtime on Tuesday, as investors responded to ongoing concerns about the UK jobs market, while oil prices fell.
Asia report: China stocks sink on mixed day for region
(Sharecast News) - Asian markets had a mixed performance on Tuesday, with China underperforming the broader region following disappointing trade data.
Europe midday: Oil and mining stocks track commodity prices lower
(Sharecast News) - European markets were mostly lower on Tuesday morning as investors digested key economic indicators from the UK and Germany, while energy and mining stocks were dragged down by falling commodity prices.
London open: Stocks mixed on weaker UK wage growth
(Sharecast News) - London markets opened in mixed territory on Tuesday, as investors digested data showing continued weakness in the UK jobs market, after an upbeat session on Wall Street overnight.
Europe open: Shares up on strong Wall St; Crude prices fall sharply
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened higher on Tuesday after another record close on Wall Street, while crude oil prices were down sharply after a report claimed Israel would strike at Iranian military installations not energy targets.
London pre-open: Stocks seen higher after US gains; jobs data in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Tuesday following a positive session on Wall Street, as investors mulled the latest UK jobs data.
US close: Dow closes above 43,000 points for the first time
(Sharecast News) - Major indices closed higher on Monday as market participants braced for a week packed with key Q3 corporate earnings.
Broker tips: Wizz Air, JD Sports, Bunzl
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Citi placed budget carrier Wizz Air on 'negative catalyst watch' on Monday, stating it now sees downside risk to the group's FY25 guidance.
Director dealings: Volution CEO lowers stake
(Sharecast News) - Volution revealed on Monday that chief executive Ronnie George and his wife Lynsey had disposed of 2.3m ordinary shares in the ventilation equipment manufacturer.
London close: Stocks higher ahead of UK jobs, inflation data
(Sharecast News) - London stocks finished higher on Monday, reversing earlier losses driven by disappointment over China's weekend stimulus announcement.
FTSE 100 movers: Utilities gain; Ladbrokes owner Entain slides
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.3% at 8,279.66 in afternoon trade on Monday.
FTSE 250 movers: TI Fluid surges on bid acceptance
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,728.65 -0.17%
US open: Stocks mostly higher as investors await Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Major indices were mostly higher early on Monday as market participants braced for a week packed with key Q3 corporate earnings.
Europe midday: Shares slip into the red as UK betting stocks tank
(Sharecast News) - European shares slipped into the red on Monday after much hoped for detail on China stimulus measures failed to materialise over the weekend and UK gambling stocks slumped on a report the new Labour government was about to hit their hefty profits with a windfall tax.
London midday: FTSE stays down as gambling stocks tumble
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still a touch weaker by midday on Monday as China's stimulus update over the weekend left investors feeling disappointed, and with gambling shares under the cosh amid reports of a potential £3bn tax raid on the sector.
US pre-open: Futures mixed as traders await Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mixed ahead of the bell on Monday as market participants braced for another batch of key Q3 corporate earnings.
Asia report: Most markets rise despite China disappointment
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets were mostly positive on Monday as investors reacted to news from China and anticipated economic data releases from the region later in the week.
Europe open: Stoxx up, UK gambling shares slump on tax threat
(Sharecast News) - European shares edged ahead at the open on Monday after much hoped for detail on China stimulus measures failed to materialise on the weekend and UK gambling stocks slumped on a report the new Labour government was about to hit their hefty profits with a windfall tax.
London open: FTSE nudges lower as gambling stocks tank
(Sharecast News) - London stocks nudged down in early trade on Monday as investors eyed the release of key UK data points this week, with gambling shares under the cosh amid reports of a potential £3bn tax raid on the sector.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower ahead of key data releases
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to edge down at the open on Monday as investors eyed the release of key UK data points this week, including jobs figures on Tuesday and inflation readings on Wednesday.
US close: Stocks higher following PPI, bank earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green at the close of trading on Friday as market participants digested quarterly earnings reports from some of the biggest names in US banking and better-than-expected inflation data.
Director dealings: Advanced Medical Solutions director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Advanced Medical Solutions revealed on Friday that non-executive director Grahame Cook had acquired 48,864 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed tissue-healing technologies business.
Europe close: Stocks end week on a positive note
(Sharecast News) - European markets were moderately higher at the end of the week as investors looked ahead to widely expected fresh stimulus measures from China over the weekend.
London close: Stocks finish higher on UK GDP growth
(Sharecast News) - London stocks closed higher on Friday, as investors digested the latest UK GDP figures, while also looking ahead to potential stimulus measures from China, set to be announced over the weekend.
FTSE 100 movers: Vistry recovers; Sainsbury's hit by share placing
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.3% at 8,259.17 in afternoon trade on Friday.
US open: Stocks higher following Q3 bank earnings, PPI reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green early on Friday as market participants digested quarterly earnings reports from some of the biggest names in US banking and better-than-expected inflation data.
FTSE 250 movers: Jupiter Fund Management slides on lower AUM
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,721.44 0.06%
Europe midday: Stoxx pares losses as eyes turn to China news conference
(Sharecast News) - European markets were slightly lower on Friday as investors digested UK GDP data and looked ahead to widely expected fresh stimulus measures from China.
London midday: Stocks edge down ahead of China update; UK GDP in focus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had edged lower by midday on Friday as investors mulled the latest UK GDP data and awaited an update on China's stimulus plans.
US pre-open: Futures in the red as Q3 earnings season gets underway
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Friday as market participants digested quarterly earnings reports from some of the biggest names in US banking.
Asia report: Most markets fall as Bank of Korea trims rates
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets mostly fell on Friday, with Chinese stocks leading declines, as investors awaited a key policy briefing and digested US inflation data that weighed on Wall Street overnight.
London open: Stocks dip as investors mull GDP data
(Sharecast News) - London stocks nudged lower in early trade on Friday as investors mulled the latest UK GDP data.
Europe open: Shares lower as investors mull UK GDP, await China news
(Sharecast News) - European markets were slightly lower at the open on Friday as investors digested UK GDP data and looked ahead to widely expected fresh stimulus measures from China.
Europe open: Shares lower as investors mull UK GDP, await China news
(Sharecast News) - European markets were slightly lower at the open on Friday as investors digested UK GDP data and looked ahead to widely expected fresh stimulus measures from China.
London pre-open: Stocks seen lower; UK economy returns to growth
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Friday following a downbeat US session, as investors mulled the latest UK GDP data.
US close: Stocks lower following September's CPI reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red at the end of trading on Thursday as market participants digested September's hotter-than-expected consumer price index.
Europe close: Stocks inch lower after choppy session
(Sharecast News) - Thursday saw choppy trading across European stock markets with the region's main benchmark finishing lower but moving within a narrow range, as investors focused on mixed economic data from the US and developments in the Middle East.
Director dealings: Next director offloads shares
(Sharecast News) - Next revealed on Thursday that executive director Jeremy Stakol and his wife Marcelle had disposed of 26,523 ordinary shares in the London-listed retailer.
FTSE 250 movers: Indivior tanks on profit warning; Auction Technology surges
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,723.35 -0.48%
London close: Stocks red as US inflation, jobless claims top forecasts
(Sharecast News) - London's stock markets ended Thursday in negative territory as investors weighed a higher-than-expected inflation and jobless claims readings out of the United States.
US open: Stocks lower following hotter-than-expected CPI reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red early on Thursday as market participants digested September's hotter-than-expected consumer price index.
FTSE 100 movers: GSK surges on Zantac deal; Taylor Wimpey goes ex-div
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 100 (UKX) 8,245.01 0.02%
London midday: Stocks dip ahead of US inflation reading
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen into the red by lunchtime on Thursday, as investors awaited crucial US inflation data, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next policy moves.
Europe midday: Shares stay in the red as focus turns to US CPI
(Sharecast News) - European shares were lower on Thursday as investors turned their attention to US CPI data due later in the day.
US pre-open: Futures lower ahead of September CPI
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Thursday as market participants patiently awaited the release of September's consumer price index.
Asia report: Most markets rise as China opens 'swap scheme'
(Sharecast News) - Most Asia-Pacific markets posted gains on Thursday, buoyed by positive sentiment from Wall Street and investor optimism ahead of key US inflation data.
London open: Stocks gain ahead of US CPI; GSK surges on Zantac settlement
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Thursday, taking their cue from an upbeat session on Wall Street, as investors eyed the latest US inflation reading.
Europe open: Shares lower ahead of US CPI; GSK boosted by Zantac deal
(Sharecast News) - European shares were slightly lower on Thursday as investors turned their attention to US CPI data due later in the day.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as investors eye US inflation
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to gain at the open on Thursday following an upbeat session on Wall Street, as investors eyed the latest US inflation reading.
Europe close: Shares rally on hopes for fresh China stimulus
(Sharecast News) - European shares rallied late in the session as a surprise rise in German exports and speculation around fresh stimulus measures in China buoyed investor sentiment.
US close: Dow Jones, S&P 500 close at record highs
(Sharecast News) - Both the Dow Jones and S&P 500 closed at record highs on Wednesday as investors thumbed over minutes from the Federal Reserve's latest monetary policy meeting.
London close: Markets rebound from China-fuelled losses
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rebounded on Wednesday, with both main indices posting gains after sharp declines in the previous session.
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FTSE 250 movers: CMC gains on update; China-related stocks slide
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,820.48 0.92%
US open: Stocks mixed ahead of FOMC minutes
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Wednesday as investors looked ahead to minutes from the Federal Reserve's last monetary policy meeting.
FTSE 100 movers: Mondi jumps on acquisition; Rio in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.4% at 8,219.31 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
US pre-open: Futures little changed ahead of Fed minutes
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were little changed ahead of the bell on Wednesday as investors looking ahead to minutes from the Federal Reserve's last monetary policy meeting.
Europe midday: Shares rally as German exports rise; Bayer slumps
(Sharecast News) - European shares rallied late in the morning session as a surprise rise in German exports helped offset worries over the lack of follow-through on China's recent stimulus measures.
London midday: FTSE in the black after Tuesday's selloff
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were off highs but still in the black by midday on Wednesday, recovering from heavy losses in the previous session.
Asia report: Chinese markets plunge on mixed day for region
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets saw a mixed performance on Wednesday, with Chinese stocks snapping a 10-day winning streak amid a volatile trading session.
Europe open: Shares flat as China volatility hits sentiment
(Sharecast News) - European shares were hovering around the flatline at the open on Wednesday after China markets came back to earth with a bump amid worries over the lack of follow-through on Beijing's stimulus measures.
London open: Stocks recover after Tuesday's losses; Mondi jumps
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Wednesday, recovering from heavy losses in the previous session.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up after Tuesday's losses
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Wednesday following heavy losses in the previous session.
US close: Tech stocks lead markets higher
(Sharecast News) - US stocks finished higher on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq outperforming the other main benchmarks as all Magnificent Seven heavyweights advanced.
Europe close: Luxury, commodity stocks drop as China concerns hit markets
(Sharecast News) - European stocks pared losses slightly by the close after a positive start on Wall Street but remained firmly in the red, with heavy falls in the drinks, luxury and commodities sectors dragging indices into the red.
London close: Stocks finish lower on China stimulus disappointment
(Sharecast News) - London markets ended Tuesday on a weaker note, weighed down by investor disappointment over the absence of new stimulus measures from China.
Director dealings: Ramsdens chairman lowers stake
(Sharecast News) - Ramsdens revealed on Tuesday that chairman Andrew Meehan and his wife, Susan, had disposed of 125,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed jeweller and pawnbroker.
US open: Stocks mixed as bond yields remain elevated
(Sharecast News) - Major indices were mixed early on Tuesday as oil prices eased slightly but bond yields remained elevated.
FTSE 100 movers: Imperial Brands rallies; Vistry tanks on profit warning
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 1.4% at 8,190.48 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
FTSE 250 movers: Senior and Ithaca Energy drop sharply
(Sharecast News) - The FTSE 250 was trading with heavy losses on Tuesday afternoon, down 1.1% with more than 90% of constituents trading in the red, led by Senior after the engineering solutions provider announced that the ongoing supply and logistical challenges hitting the wider aerospace sector will have an impact on full-year results.
London midday: FTSE slides on China disappointment; Vistry tanks on profit warning
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still sharply lower by midday on Tuesday as investors were left disappointed by a lack of new stimulus measures from China, and with housebuilder Vistry in freefall after a profit warning.
US pre-open: Futures higher following Monday's heavy losses
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Tuesday amid heightened oil prices and rising bond yields.
Europe midday: Stocks drop as China concerns hit sentiment
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets fell on Tuesday, with drinks, luxury and mining stocks weighing heavily on indices across the continent as earlier optimism surrounding stimulus measures in China began to fade.
Asia report: Most markets fall as China returns from holiday
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets experienced a turbulent session on Tuesday, as mainland Chinese markets returned from a week-long break, while traders digested weak data from Japan.
Europe open: Stoxx down on weak Wall St, Asia; Vistry slumps 30%
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened sharply lower on Tuesday after downbeat sessions in the US and Asia as investors fretted over the Middle East conflict.
London open: Stocks drop after China disappointment; Vistry tanks on profit warning
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell sharply in early trade on Tuesday as investors were left disappointed by a lack of new stimulus measures from China, and with housebuilder Vistry in freefall after a profit warning.
London pre-open: Stocks seen down after China disappointment
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Tuesday as investors were left disappointed by a lack of new stimulus measures from China.
US close: Stocks drop as investors scale back risk appetite
(Sharecast News) - US stocks fell sharply on Monday with the Dow pulling back from record highs as investors adopted a cautious approach ahead of the third-quarter earnings season, while oil prices surged on the back of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
London close: Stocks mixed as oil prices continue rising
(Sharecast News) - London's stock markets ended Monday on a mixed note, as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East pushed oil prices higher, benefiting energy stocks.
FTSE 100 movers: Oil giants gush higher, NatWest jumps
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.3% at 8,303.60 in afternoon trade on Monday.
US open: Stocks lower as investors look ahead to Q3 earnings
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red early on Monday as major indices fell short of picking up where they left off in the previous session.
FTSE 250 movers: Lancashire falls on Hurricane Milton fears
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,845.05 -0.26%
Europe midday: Shares edge lower; Oil prices above $78 on MEast tensions
(Sharecast News) - European shares were lower on Monday as investors eyed the impact of the latest round of tit-for-tat attacks in the Middle East between Israel and most of its neighbours.
London midday: Stocks turn up as energy issues gain
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had turned higher by midday on Monday, with energy issues providing a boost as the conflict in the Middle East lifted oil prices, and as investors mulled another uptick in UK house prices.
US pre-open: Futures points to losses as traders look ahead to Q3 earnings season
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Monday as major indices looked set to fall short of picking up where they left off in the previous session as investors look ahead to the beginning of Q3 earnings season later in the week.
Asia report: Most markets rise ahead of regional rate decisions
(Sharecast News) - Asian markets mostly advanced on Monday, with Japan leading gains as investors anticipated key central bank decisions later in the week.
Europe open: Shares lower on MEast tensions, weak German factory orders
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened lower on Monday as investors eyed the impact of the latest round of tit-for-tat attacks in the Middle East between Israel and most of its neighbours.
London open: Stocks nudge lower amid Middle East woes; house prices tick up
(Sharecast News) - London stocks nudged lower in early trade on Monday, with investors remaining cautious as the conflict in the Middle East escalated, although there was some good news on house prices.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as investors mull Halifax house prices
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Monday following an upbeat session in Asia, as investors mulled the latest house price data from Halifax.
US close: Stocks surge, Dow sets new record after non-farm payrolls beat
(Sharecast News) - US stocks finished with strong gains on Friday, with the Dow once again reaching a record high, on the back of a bumper employment report which showed that the American economy added significantly more jobs than expected in September.
Europe close: Stocks rise on bumper US jobs report
(Sharecast News) - European shares posted gains on Friday as investors reacted positively to a better-than-expected US payrolls report,while oil prices continued to rise on fears of further escalation in Middle East tensions.
Director dealings: MJ Gleeson non-executive director lowers stake
(Sharecast News) - MJ Gleeson revealed on Friday that non-executive director Christopher Mills had disposed of 300,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed housebuilder.
FTSE 250 movers: Crest Nicholson gets a boost from construction data
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,910.94 0.82%
FTSE 100 movers: Banks gain; SSE in the red
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.1% at 8,286.99 in afternoon trade on Friday as investors mulled a much stronger than expected US non-farm payrolls report.
US open: Stocks higher following stronger-than-expected September jobs report
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green early on Friday as market participants digested a stronger-than-expected September jobs report.
London close: FTSE ends flat after blowout payrolls report
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended flat on Friday following a stronger-than-expected non-farm payrolls report and an upbeat reading on the UK construction sector, as investors continued to mull the implications of escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Week ahead: US inflation, FOMC minutes eyed after blowout payrolls
(Sharecast News) - All eyes will be on the release of the US Federal Reserve's latest minutes next week, along with the consumer price index for September.
Europe midday: Stoxx clings to gains as oil spike raises inflation fears
(Sharecast News) - European shares clung on to gains on Friday, as comments from US President Joe Biden that his administration held discussions with Israel on potential attacks against Iranian oil facilities pushed up the price of crude and stoked inflationary fears among investors.
London midday: Stocks fall despite upbeat construction reading, ahead of payrolls
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen into the red by midday on Friday despite an upbeat reading on the UK construction sector, as investors mulled mixed messages from Bank of England officials, with Israel's intensifying strikes against Lebanon and the upcoming US non-farm payrolls report prompting caution.
US pre-open: Futures trade higher ahead of September jobs report
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Friday as market participants patiently awaited the release of September's nonfarm payrolls report.
Asia report: Markets finish turbulent week in a mixed state
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets finished with a mixed performance on Friday, reflecting investor caution amid global uncertainties, particularly around rising tensions in the Middle East.
London open: FTSE flat amid Middle East woes, ahead of payrolls
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were flat in early trade on Friday as Israel's strikes against Lebanon intensified and as investors eyed the latest US non-farm payrolls report.
Europe open: Stoxx rises despite talk of attacks on Iran
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened higher on Friday, shrugging off a weak session in the US on comments from US President Joe Biden that his administration held discussions with Israel on potential attacks against Iranian oil facilities.
London pre-open: Stocks to nudge down ahead of payrolls
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to nudge lower at the open on Friday amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and as investors eyed the latest US non-farm payrolls report.
US close: Stocks lower as traders await September payrolls report
(Sharecast News) - Major indices closed lower on Thursday amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and a looming September payrolls report.
Europe close: Stocks weaker on geopolitical concerns
(Sharecast News) - European shares fell on Thursday, with investor sentiment dampened by escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Broker tips: Aston Martin Lagonda, Burberry, Johnson Matthey
(Sharecast News) - Jefferies downgraded its stance on Aston Martin Lagonda on Thursday to 'hold' from 'buy' and cut the price target to 120.0p from 25.00p as it said it struggles to see a scenario that does not require new equity.
Director dealings: Jadestone CEO raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Jadestone Energy revealed on Thursday that chief executive Alexander Blakeley had acquired 511,000 ordinary shares in the AIM-listed upstream production company.
FTSE 100 movers: Tesco rallies on results; Phoenix goes ex-div
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.2% at 8,276.12 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
US open: Stocks mixed amid ongoing Middle East tensions
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start on Thursday amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and a looming September payrolls report.
FTSE 250 movers: Burberry battered; Bailey boosts Bellway
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,754.82 -0.14%
Europe midday: Middle East jitters, weak services PMI send Stoxx lower
(Sharecast News) - European shares were lower on Thursday as Israel's continuing attacks on Lebanon, and fears of regional conflict escalation hit investor sentiment.
London midday: FTSE stays up as housebuilders rally, pound slides
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still up by midday on Thursday, helped by a weaker pound and strength in the housebuilding sector, but investors remained cautious overall as the conflict in the Middle East continued to escalate, with all eyes on Israel's next move.
US pre-open: Futures point to losses amid escalating tensions in the Middle East
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Thursday amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and a looming September payrolls report.
Asia report: Regional markets mixed on another quiet day
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets finished with a mixed performance on Thursday, with notable divergence across the region.
London close: FTSE falls but losses capped by weaker pound, housebuilders
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen into the red by the close on Thursday amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, but a weaker pound and strength in the housebuilding sector kept a lid on losses.
Europe open: Stoxx down as Israeli escalation of conflict hits sentiment
(Sharecast News) - European shares were lower at the open on Thursday as Israel's continuing attacks on Lebanon, and fears of regional conflict escalation hit investor sentiment.
London open: Stocks gain as sterling hit by Bailey comments
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Thursday, benefiting from a weaker pound and rate cut hopes, but investors remained cautious overall amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
London pre-open: Stocks to nudge up as sterling hit by Bailey comments
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to nudge up at the open on Thursday, benefiting from a weaker pound, as investors remained cautious amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Europe close: Stocks flat as Middle East conflict dampens risk appetite
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets finished more or less flat on Wednesday as investors adopted a risk-off approach in light of an escalation of conflict in the Middle East, while oil prices continued to be volatile.
FTSE 250 movers: Wizz dives; Miners in favour on MEast tensions
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,774.99 -0.67%
US open: Stocks lower amid heightened tensions in the Middle East
(Sharecast News) - Major indices were in the red early on Wednesday as Q4 trading began with losses amid renewed fears of a full-scale ground war in the Middle East.
FTSE 100 movers: Oil majors gush higher; JD Sports retreats
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.2% at 8,292.56 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
London midday: FTSE boosted by oil shares amid Middle East woes
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still in the black by midday on Wednesday, underpinned by energy issues as oil prices rose due to tensions in the Middle East, but investors were jittery as they awaited Israel's response to Iran's latest missile attack.
Europe midday: Stoxx slips into red as Middle East conflict spooks investors
(Sharecast News) - European shares slipped into the red on Wednesday on growing fears of a wider Middle East war after Iran launched missiles at Israel which prompted threats of retaliation.
US pre-open: Stock futures lower amid escalating tensions in the Middle East
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the bell on Wednesday after major indices kicked off Q4 trading with losses.
Asia report: Hong Kong surges, other markets sink on mixed day
(Sharecast News) - Markets in the Asia-Pacific region presented a mixed performance on Wednesday, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index surging while other key indices faced declines.
Europe open: Shares, oil, gold up as Middle East tensions rise
(Sharecast News) - European shares were higher at the open on Wednesday despite the threat of a wider Middle East war as Israel looked to be expanding conflict in the region.
London open: FTSE gains as oil prices rise on Middle East tensions
(Sharecast News) - London stocks gained in early trade on Wednesday, with oil prices on the rise as tensions in the Middle East escalated further.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up as oil prices rise on Middle East tensions
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to open up on Wednesday, with oil prices on the rise as tensions in the Middle East escalated further.
US close: Investors take profits as Iran sends missiles into Israel
(Sharecast News) - US stocks fell on Tuesday, with the Dow and S&P 500 retreating from record highs and the Nasdaq hitting a two-week low, amid an escalation of conflict in the Middle East.
London close: Stocks mixed on manufacturing data, Middle East tensions
(Sharecast News) - London markets ended Tuesday with mixed results, as investors reacted to manufacturing data from both sides of the Atlantic, as well as Middle East developments.
Europe close: Stocks sink, oil jumps on reports of imminent Iran strike
(Sharecast News) - Stocks dropped into the red in late-afternoon trade on Tuesday while oil prices surged on the back of fears that a retaliation by Iran on Israel is imminent.
FTSE 250 movers: Greggs off menu as sales slow; Iran missile threat boosts oil stocks
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,943.55 -0.52%
FTSE 100 movers: WPP shines; 3i in the red again
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.2% at 8,251.12 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
Director dealings: Relx director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Relx revealed on Tuesday that director June Felix had acquired 1,400 ordinary shares in the London-listed information and analytics company.
US open: Stocks start off Q4 with early losses, manufacturing data in focus
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the red early on Tuesday as major indices kicked off Q4 trading with losses.
Europe midday: Stoxx rallies on EZ inflation print
(Sharecast News) - European shares swung into positive territory as eurozone inflation fell below 2% for the first time in more than three years, offsetting worries over the impact of Israel's invasion of Lebanon amid fears of a major escalation of conflict in the Middle East.
London midday: Stocks push up as investors mull UK manufacturing, EZ inflation
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had extended gains by midday on Tuesday as investors mulled the latest UK manufacturing data and eurozone inflation figures, and considered the consequences of Israel's invasion of Southern Lebanon.
US pre-open: Stocks mixed ahead of manufacturing data
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mixed ahead of the bell on Tuesday as major indices looked set to kick off Q4 trading on a somewhat muted note.
Asia report: Markets mixed on quiet day for regional trading
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets were mixed on Tuesday, with trading impacted by public holidays in a number of key markets, as well as the cautious tone set by US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell overnight.
Europe open: Shares fall as Israel invasion of Lebanon hits sentiment
(Sharecast News) - European shares continued their retreat at the open on Tuesday as Israel's invasion of Lebanon dented investor sentiment amid fears of a major escalation of conflict in the Middle East.
London open: Stocks nudge up ahead of manufacturing reading
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were just a touch higher in early trade on Tuesday as investors mulled news of Israel's invasion of Southern Lebanon, and eyed the latest reading on the UK manufacturing sector.
London pre-open: Stocks seen higher after Monday's losses
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to gain on Tuesday following heavy losses in the previous session, as investors digested a speech by Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell and looked ahead to the latest UK manufacturing reading.
US close: Stocks stage late rally as Powell discusses future rate cuts
(Sharecast News) - US stocks registered mild gains on Monday after a late rally following comments from Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, who indicated that interest-rate cuts would continue - albeit by a reduced amount - in the coming months.
London close: Stocks slip on GDP revision, Middle East tensions
(Sharecast News) - London stocks closed in the red on Monday, with heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighing on investor sentiment.
Europe close: Auto stocks weigh heavily as Stoxx 600 retreats from record high
(Sharecast News) - European stocks fell sharply on Monday as the last trading session of the fourth quarter ended on a negative note, with heavy falls from auto manufacturers weighing on markets.
FTSE 250 movers: Aston Martin crashes after guidance cut
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 21,052.94 -0.88%
Director dealings: Funding Circle founder sells shares
(Sharecast News) - Funding Circle revealed on Monday that non-executive director Samir Desai had disposed of 4.0m ordinary shares in the London-listed lending platform operator.
FTSE 100 movers: Rightmove slides as REA walks away; 3i weak
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.7% at 8,259.42 in afternoon trade on Monday.
US open: Stocks mixed as Q3 trading winds down
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street trading got off to a mixed start early on Monday after major indices managed to notch a third-straight winning week in what has historically been a rough month for stocks.
US pre-open: Futures point to losses going into final session of Q3 trading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the red ahead of the opening bell after major indices notched a third-straight winning week in what has historically been a rough month for stocks.
London midday: Stocks fall after GDP revision, amid Middle East tensions
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had fallen into the red by midday on Monday amid growing tensions in the Middle East and as data showed the UK economy grew less than initially thought in the second quarter of the year.
Europe midday: Shares extend losses as auto sector tumbles on Stellantis warning
(Sharecast News) - European shares extended morning losses by midday as weak manufacturing survey data in China offset a surge in the Beijing stock market after more attempts to prop up the country's troubles property sector, while increased tensions after Israel's continued bombing of Lebanon also hit sentiment.
Asia report: China surges, Japan sinks on wildly mixed day for markets
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets saw a day of mixed performance on Monday, with a dramatic rally in China contrasting with steep declines in Japan and South Korea.
Europe open: China rally fails to inspire Stoxx; Stellantis slumps
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened in negative territory as weak manufacturing survey data in China offset a surge in the Beijing stock market after more attempts to prop up the country's troubles property sector.
London open: Stocks flat as investors mull GDP data
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were steady in early trade on Monday as data showed the UK economy grew less than initially thought in the second quarter of the year.
London pre-open: Stocks seen down as investors mull GDP, house price data
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Monday as investors mulled the latest UK GDP and house price data.
London close: Stocks rise as US PCE inflation slows
(Sharecast News) - London stocks closed higher on Friday as investors digested a slowdown in the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure.
Director dealings: Wizz Air director makes share purchase
(Sharecast News) - Wizz Air revealed on Friday that non-executive director Anthony Radev had acquired 6,150 ordinary shares in the London-listed budget carrier.
US open: Dow Jones records solid gains following PCE report
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were higher early on Friday following a solid session for the Dow Jones on Thursday.
FTSE 100 movers: Prudential rallies again; Flutter gives back some gains
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.5% at 8,328.07 in afternoon trade on Friday.
US pre-open: Futures slightly lower ahead of PCE reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were slightly lower ahead of the bell on Friday following a solid session for the Dow Jones on Thursday.
Europe midday: Stoxx, DAX hit new highs as China stimulus boosts sentiment
(Sharecast News) - European shares powered to fresh intra-day highs on Friday after strong gains in Asia overnight on the back of Chinese stimulus measure to boost the world's second-biggest economy.
London midday: FTSE gains as China stocks enjoy best week since 2008
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had extended gains by midday on Friday as Chinese markets enjoyed their best week since 2008 on the back of stimulus measures, and as investors eyed the release of the Federal Reserve's favourite gauge of inflation.
Asia report: Chinese markets finish bumper week in the green
(Sharecast News) - Asian markets showed a strong weekly performance on Friday, driven largely by a rally in Chinese stocks, which posted their best weekly gains since 2008.
Europe open: Stoxx nudges towards record; Moncler surges on LVMH deal
(Sharecast News) - European shares held firm at the open on Friday and nudged within sight of fresh records after strong gains in Asia and the US overnight on the back of Chinese stimulus measure to boost the world's second-biggest economy.
London open: FTSE nudges up as investors eye US PCE
(Sharecast News) - London stocks nudged up in early trade on Friday following solid gains on Wall Street and with Chinese markets on track for their best week since 2008, as investors eyed the release of the Federal Reserve's favourite gauge of inflation.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up ahead of US PCE
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Friday following gains on Wall Street, as investors eyed the release of the Federal Reserve's favourite gauge of inflation.
US close: Dow claws back majority of Wednesday's losses
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks closed higher on Thursday as major indices reclaimed a significant chunk of the previous session's losses.
Europe close: Luxury sector lifts Stoxx 600 to new record
(Sharecast News) - Strong gains from the luxury sector on the back of Chinese stimulus measures gave European stock markets a big boost on Thursday, sending the Stoxx 600 to another record high.
FTSE 100 movers: Prudential, StanChart rally; oil giants gush lower
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.3% at 8,289.13 in afternoon trade on Thursday.
London close: Stocks rise as US jobless claims reach four-month low
(Sharecast News) - London markets ended Thursday on a positive note, as investors reacted to a four-month low for US jobless claims, and renewed support measures from China.
FTSE 250 movers: WoS surges on upgrade; Oil stocks slip
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 21,020.42 1.28%
Broker tips: Watches of Switzerland, Avation, Experian
(Sharecast News) - Deutsche Bank upgraded Watches of Switzerland on Thursday to 'buy' from 'hold' and lifted its price target on the stock to 490.0p from 435.0p as it said now was the right time to revisit the WOSG investment case and its mid-term growth potential.
Director dealings: New Hill & Smith CEO takes up stake
(Sharecast News) - Hill & Smith revealed on Thursday that chief executive Rutger Helbing had acquired 10,000 ordinary shares in the FTSE 250-listed construction products manufacturer.
US open: Stocks sharply higher following GDP reading, jobless claims
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were in the green at the bell on Thursday as major indices looked set to reclaim a chunk of yesterday's losses.
US pre-open: Futures trade higher ahead of Fed speakers, GDP reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were in the green ahead of the bell on Thursday as major indices looked set to reclaim some of yesterday's losses.
Europe midday: Luxury shares drive Stoxx on China stimulus
(Sharecast News) - European stocks rallied on Thursday with luxury stocks in focus as China pledged to step up fiscal support after introducing stimulus measures earlier in the week.
London midday: Stocks stay up as Prudential, miners rally on China boost
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still up but off earlier highs by midday on Thursday, having taken their opening cue from strong gains in Asia after China pledged more measures to underpin the economy.
Asia report: Markets pop as Beijing pledges more economic support
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets saw robust gains on Thursday, buoyed by a rally in Chinese stocks following positive signals from Beijing on stimulus measures.
London open: Stocks rise on China stimulus news
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Thursday, taking their cue from strong gains in Asia after China pledged more measures to boost the economy.
Europe open: Stoxx rallies as China pledges to increase fiscal support
(Sharecast News) - European stocks rallied strongly at the open on Thursday, driven by a strong session in Asia, with luxury stocks in focus as China pledged to step up fiscal support after introducing stimulus measures earlier in the week.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up after strong Asian gains
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Thursday following strong gains in Asia.
US close: Indices retreat from record highs in quiet session
(Sharecast News) - US stocks finished mostly lower on Wednesday as investors chose to take profits after the record highs seen on the Dow and S&P 500 the previous session, as optimism surrounding stimulus measures in China quickly faded.
Europe close: Stocks inch lower as China optimism fades
(Sharecast News) - Stocks across Europe finished Wednesday's session marginally lower with markets rangebound as optimism surrounding China's latest stimulus package quickly faded.
Director dealings: Anglo American non-executive director snaps up shares
(Sharecast News) - Anglo American revealed on Wednesday that non-executive director Marcelo Bastos had acquired 1,200 ordinary shares in the FTSE 100-listed miner.
Berenberg lowers target price on Big Technologies
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Berenberg lowered their target price on technology platform operator Big Technologies from 155.0p to 140.0p on Wednesday but said it was more optimistic going into FY25 following a "tough" H1.
Broker tips: Big Technologies, EasyJet, Kitwave
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Berenberg lowered their target price on technology platform operator Big Technologies from 155.0p to 140.0p on Wednesday but said it was more optimistic going into FY25 following a "tough" H1.
London close: Markets give up gains to finish lower
(Sharecast News) - London stocks ended Wednesday's session in negative territory as the impact of recent Chinese stimulus measures waned.
FTSE 100 movers: Flutter surges on buyback; Prudential dips
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was down 0.2% at 8,263.04 in afternoon trade on Wednesday.
FTSE 250 movers: Raspberry Pi stays in favour
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,763.06 -0.03%
US open: Stocks mixed following record close for Dow
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were early on Wednesday following the Dow Jones and S&P 500's record close in the previous session.
London midday: FTSE turns higher but gains unspectacular as China boost fades
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had popped into the black by midday on Wednesday, with Rentokil leading the charge, but gains were unspectacular as the boost from China's latest stimulus measures faded.
Europe midday: Stoxx winds back morning losses; Valmet surges
(Sharecast News) - European shares were flat on Thursday as the rally from China's stimulus measures ran out of steam, even after the country's central bank released more funds for financial institutions.
US pre-open: Futures mixed following Dow's record close
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were mixed ahead of the bell on Wednesday following the Dow Jones' record close in the previous session.
Asia report: Markets finish mixed in wake of PBoC easing
(Sharecast News) - Asian markets experienced a mixed day of trading on Wednesday, with Chinese stocks leading gains in the region following Beijing's latest stimulus measures.
Canaccord Genuity raises target price on Kitwave following Creed Catering acquisition
(Sharecast News) - Analysts at Canaccord Genuity hiked their target price on foodservice wholesaler Kitwave from 455.0p to 495.0p on Wednesday following the group's £70.0m cash acquisition of Creed Catering Supplies.
Europe open: Shine comes off China rally as Stoxx slips
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened lower on Thursday as the rally from China's stimulus measures ran out of steam, even after the country's central bank released more funds for financial institutions.
London open: Stocks fall; Rightmove rejects another takeover bid from REA
(Sharecast News) - London stocks fell in early trade on Wednesday following two days of gains, with China in focus again after a rate cut.
London pre-open: Stocks seen down after two days of gains
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to fall at the open on Wednesday following two days of gains, with China in focus again after another rate cut.
Broker tips: Currys, Essentra
(Sharecast News) - Canaccord Genuity has initiated coverage on workforce benefits and health insurance provider Personal Group on Tuesday with a 'buy' rating and 209.0p target price.
Director dealings: Dr Martens director makes share purchase
(Sharecast News) - Dr Martens revealed on Tuesday that non-executive director Andrew Harrison had acquired 58,220 ordinary shares in the FTSE 100-listed iconic bootmaker.
Europe close: China stimulus boosts markets, Stoxx 600 nears record high
(Sharecast News) - European stocks rose for the second straight day on Tuesday, as investors shrugged off yet more disappointing economic data from Germany and instead focused on an encouraging stimulus package from China's central bank.
FTSE 100 movers: Miners rally; Smiths Group falls on results
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 was up 0.1% at 8,271.32 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
US open: Stocks mixed following September consumer confidence reading
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were mostly lower early on Tuesday following fresh consumer confidence data but the Dow Jones still looked set to build upon its record close.
US pre-open: Stocks little changed ahead of the bell
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were little changed ahead of the bell on Tuesday as the Dow Jones tries to build upon its record close.
London midday: Stocks stay up as miners rally on China stimulus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were still in the black by midday on Tuesday, with miners pacing the gains after China unveiled new stimulus measures.
Asia report: Markets jump as PBoC announces series of easing measures
(Sharecast News) - Stock markets in the Asia-Pacific region were led by a surge in mainland China on Tuesday, marking their best day in over four years.
Europe open: Stoxx surges as China stimulus provides a boost
(Sharecast News) - A wide-ranging stimulus package from China's central bank helped drive European shares to a strong start on Tuesday.
London open: FTSE gains on China stimulus measures
(Sharecast News) - London stocks rose in early trade on Tuesday, with sentiment boosted after China unveiled new stimulus measures.
London pre-open: Stocks seen higher after China stimulus
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Tuesday, taking their cue from solid sessions in the US and Asia, after China unveiled new stimulus measures.
US close: Stocks extend rate cut-fuelled rally another session
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks closed higher on Monday as the Dow Jones Industrial Average managed to build on its record close yet again.
Europe close: Stocks rally as weak data boosts rate-cut hopes
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets rallied on Monday afternoon to finish with moderate gains as dismal economic data increased hopes that the European Central Bank will continue easing monetary policy at its next meeting.
Director dealings: BGS director raises stake
(Sharecast News) - Baillie Gifford Snin Nippon revealed on Monday that non-executive director Kevin Troup had acquired 9,000 ordinary shares in the London-listed investment firm.
Broker tips: Currys, Spirent Communications
(Sharecast News) - Berenberg lifted its price target on Currys on Monday to 125.0p from 92.0p as it pointed to confidence in both the growth outlook and improving cash generation.
London close: Stocks finish higher after slew of PMI data
(Sharecast News) - London's stock markets ended Monday on a positive note, as investors pored over a number of economic activity reports from both the UK and international markets.
FTSE 250 movers: Currys in favour; Alphawave tanks on results
(Sharecast News) - FTSE 250 (MCX) 20,869.57 0.18%
FTSE 100 movers: UBS comments lift M&S, Rightmove gains on REA offer
(Sharecast News) - Retail stocks were in focus on Monday as broker commentary moved share prices, while takeover speculation was pushing the price of property portal Rightmove higher.
US open: Stocks higher as Dow Jones tries to build on record close
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks were higher early on Monday as the Dow Jones Industrial Average tries to build on its record close.
London midday: Stocks slip into the red as investors react to weak PMIs
(Sharecast News) - After a brief stint in positive territory, UK stocks had slipped into the red by Monday lunchtime as a raft of economic data from across Europe dampened market sentiment.
Europe midday: Stoxx holds gains despite growth worries after PMI prints
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets were up at midday as investors digested eurozone survey results, while Commerzbank shares were in focus after the German government decided to keep its stake in the lender.
US pre-open: Futures trade higher following Dow's record close
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street futures were trading higher ahead of the bell on Monday as the Dow Jones Industrial Average looks set to build on its record close.
Asia report: Markets mixed as China trims 14-day repo rate
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific markets finished in a mixed state on Monday as investors navigated the implications of the US Federal Reserve's recent outsized rate cut, with policy decisions from regional central banks, including Japan and Australia, also in focus this week.
London open: Stocks flat but Rightmove jumps as REA ups bid
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were little changed in early trade on Monday as investors eyed a speech by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, but Rightmove popped higher after REA Group sweetened its takeover offer.
Europe open: Stoxx in sluggish mood; Commerzbank in focus
(Sharecast News) - European stock markets edged ahead at the open on Monday, taking their cue from Asia, while Commerzbank shares were in focus after the German government decided to keep its stake in the lender.
London pre-open: Stocks seen up after Friday's losses
(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set to rise at the open on Monday following heavy losses at the end of last week.
US close: Dow Jones extends post-Fed decision winning streak
(Sharecast News) - Wall Street stocks delivered a mixed performance on Friday following the previous session's strong rally.