On Tuesday, London’s export-oriented FTSE 100 reached a new intraday record peak, supported by a declining pound following economic data that indicated an increase in unemployment and a deceleration in wage growth. Meanwhile, drugmaker AstraZeneca achieved an all-time high. The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.8% by 1210, building on its record close posted in Read More
London Equities experienced a 1% increase on Monday, reflecting a positive sentiment across global markets amid indications that a significant U.S. government shutdown may be approaching resolution. Additionally, Diageo saw a notable rise following the appointment of a former Tesco executive as its CEO. Diageo’s shares gained 7.2%, positioning the company for its most significant Read More
FTSE 100 experienced its fifth consecutive gain, driven by an uptick in oil prices that bolstered energy stocks. Additionally, SSP saw a significant rise following optimistic projections regarding the performance of its continental European operations. The blue-chip FTSE 100 rose 0.56%, hovering near a six-week high touched in the previous session. The midcap FTSE 250 Read More
The FTSE 100 in the UK exhibited little movement on Wednesday, as declines in major banking stocks were counterbalanced by gains in the energy sector. Investors are currently attentive to the impending decision on interest rates from the Bank of England, alongside forthcoming corporate earnings reports later this week. The blue-chip FTSE 100 held steady Read More
The FTSE 100 inched up on Monday, commencing a week filled with corporate earnings reports from major players, including AstraZeneca and BP, alongside an interest rate decision from the Bank of England. The blue-chip FTSE 100 inched 0.1% to 9730.1 points by 1241, building on its near 4% jump in October, while the FTSE 250 Read More
