London's FTSE 100 ends lower in a shortened Christmas Eve Session
Investors trimmed positions in pharma giants AstraZeneca & GSK in a shortened Christmas Eve session. The UK's blue chip FTSE 100 'closed down' 0.2% and moved sideways after hitting a 5-week high last 'week, following the Bank of England rate cut of 25 basis points. AstraZeneca dropped by about 0.5% and GSK fell by about 0.5%.
FTSE 100 ticks down in shortened Christmas Eve Session
The FTSE 100 dipped on Wednesday as gains in homebuilders were offset by losses in healthcare during a shortened Christmas Eve session. The UK blue-chip FTSE 100 fell?0.1% to 0936 GMT. It has been trading in a sideways fashion since hitting a five-week-high?last Thursday following the Bank of England’s 25 basis-point rate cut.
UK's FTSE 100 drops as oil and defence stocks weigh on the index; domestic unemployment rises
?London's FTSE 100 fell on Tuesday due to losses in energy stocks and defence stocks. Investors also assessed new jobs data which reinforced expectations of a rate cut from the Bank of England in the coming week. The UK blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell by 0.3% at 1022 GMT, after closing 1% higher in the previous session.
FTSE 100 drops as Wall St mood soudains
London's FTSE 100 sank on Friday as a Wall Street sell-off fueled by?AI angst ruined the mood on European markets. Blue-chip index FTSE 100? declined by 0.6% after a rise of up to 0.6%. The mid-cap FTSE 250 Index also retreated from its early highs, gaining 0.1%. Both indices have recorded a second week of declines. U.S.
UK shares rise as precious-metal miners shine, BoE in focus
The main UK stock indexes rose on Friday. A gauge of precious-metal miners reached a new record high after a spectacular rally in gold and Silver prices this year, as traders priced in further U.S. rate cuts. The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose by 0.3% at 1144 GMT while the?midcap FTSE 250 increased by 0.7%.
FTSE 100 gains following Fed's softer tones; eye on GDP data
London's index of FTSE 100 rose on Thursday after the Federal Reserve softened its tone regarding the direction of monetary policy. The FTSE 100 index closed at 0.5% while the midcap FTSE 250 index rose by 0.10%. In a vote divided on Wednesday, the Fed reduced rates…
Miners benefit from financials that drag down the UK's FTSE100
The UK's FTSE 100 dipped on Wednesday, as financials shares declined. This was offset by gains in energy and mining stocks ahead of next week's U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate decision. The blue-chip FTSE 100 as well as the midcap FTSE 250 both fell 0.2% at 11:05 GMT.
The UK's FTSE 100 is set to drop for the first time in five months despite recent gains
London's FTSE 100 edged higher on Friday as energy stocks led the way. Oil prices were also rising. However, despite a budget boost earlier in the week, it was likely to end a winning streak of four months. The FTSE 100, which is a global index, was up by 0.1% at 1125 GMT.
FTSE 100 ends higher as Fed rate cuts are expected; UK Budget looms
London's FTSE 100 gained ground on Friday as investors awaited the UK budget announcement next week. Blue-chip index ended the week with a 1.7% decline, a greater weekly drop than in April, when markets were shook by President Donald Trump's tariff announcements. The…
UK stock markets set to suffer sharp losses this week as Fed, tech concerns impact the market
London's major stock indexes fell on Friday and headed for weekly losses as fears over tech valuations, the Federal Reserve's hawkish position, and signs of possible progress towards peace in Ukraine rattled global markets. Defence shares also dropped amid signs that could lead to a breakthrough.
London's FTSE 100 recovers after a four-day decline; inflation data increases rate-cut bets
The FTSE 100 in London was little changed Wednesday after four sessions of falling prices. Gains in consumer staples and healthcare kept the market afloat while a slower inflation rate raised hopes for a rate cut in December. As of 12:40 GMT the blue-chip index had fallen 0.07%, while the midcap FTSE 250 was up 0.07%.
French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch
Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. The French parliament voted on Wednesday to suspend the controversial pension reform, as budget bills for next year are pushed through under constant threats to the survival of the government.
The UK's FTSE100 is down as energy and industrial shares weigh
The FTSE 100 index in London dipped on Wednesday, after two sessions of record-high levels. Losses in energy and industrial shares weighed heavily on the market. Blue-chip index fell 0.1% to 9,886 as of 1214 GMT. However, it is still nearing record levels and within striking range of the 10,000 point.
UK stock prices set to drop by a week's end as earnings-driven losses weigh
UK stocks fell on Friday with IAG as the main drag. They were also set to record losses for a week that was packed with earnings, as well as a Bank of England rate decision. As of 1125 GMT the blue-chip FTSE 100 fell 0.8%, while midcaps lost 0.5%. IAG, the British Airways-owned company that owns travel and leisure stocks…
FTSE 100 closes at record high, boosted mainly by oil and earnings
The London Stock Exchange Group, Rentokil and oil stocks helped lift the FTSE 100 index to a new record high. The FTSE 100, a commodity-heavy index, rose up to 0.8% during the session and reached a new record high of 9594.82 before falling back down to 0.7%. Shell and BP…
FTSE 100 reaches record high thanks to oil stocks and positive earnings
The London FTSE 100 reached a record intraday high on Thursday, boosted by oil stocks and positive earnings from blue-chip companies such as LSEG Rentokil. The index, which is heavily influenced by commodities, rose up to 0.7% and reached a new record of 9,579.07 point. By 1200 GMT, it was up 0.6%.
FTSE 100 edge higher with HSBC and Melrose boost; miners hold gains in check
London's FTSE 100 index rose for a 2nd consecutive day Tuesday. Shares of Melrose, HSBC and precious metal miners helped to boost the index, but losses among precious metal miners held gains back. HSBC, a heavyweight in the banking industry, rose by 1.8% following its appointment of David Lindberg as CEO of UK operations.
Segro gains after results; FTSE 100 edged higher due to HSBC's boost
Investors awaited the release of the domestic inflation report later this week. The FTSE 100 in London rose for a 2nd consecutive day. HSBC, the heavyweight in banking, rose 2% following its appointment of David Lindberg as CEO for its UK operations. Lindberg is a former NatWest executive and a veteran banker.
French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch
Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. Sources said that the European aerospace groups Leonardo Thales and Airbus are redoubling their efforts to combine satellite businesses in a 10 billion…
FTSE 100 closes at record high as financial and defence stocks surge
The FTSE 100 closed at a record high in Britain on Thursday. Gains in the financial and defence sectors fueled this, as investors assessed important economic data. The blue-chip index rose for the fourth day in a row, gaining 0.1%. The midcap index fell 0.2%. Investors have responded positively to UK GDP second-quarter figures.