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LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: Pound up as UK PM expected to survive Tory poll

The pound was rising on Monday amid expectations that UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will survive a non-confidence vote, ushering in a period of stability...

Mon, 06/06/2022 - 12:32

LONDON MARKET OPEN: China easing and M&A give London post-holiday lift

London returned to trading after its long holiday weekend with some pep, amid better economic news from China and acquisition activity in the FTSE 100....

Mon, 06/06/2022 - 09:11

LONDON MARKET CLOSE: Stocks retreat as inflation concerns persist

Stocks in London began the month of June on the backfoot on Wednesday, as investors show a distinct lack of jubilation ahead of the long...

Wed, 01/06/2022 - 17:21

LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: Slowing factory growth undermines stock rally

Disappointing economic health indicators from all corners of the globe were foiling the London market's attempt on Wedneday to end a three-day week on the...

Wed, 01/06/2022 - 12:25

LONDON MARKET OPEN: Slowing private sector growth hurts equities

Surveys indicating weaker economic conditions in Asia and Europe were putting a damper on stock prices early Wednesday, while investors also were reminded that interest...

Wed, 01/06/2022 - 09:12

LONDON MARKET CLOSE: FTSE 100 defies European inflation hit

Stocks in London came to a mixed close on Tuesday, as oil companies helped bolster the FTSE 100 from the impact of record European inflation,...

Tue, 31/05/2022 - 17:25

LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: FTSE 100 outperforms as European shares slump

The FTSE 100 index in London remained in positive territory at midday on Tuesday, failing to add to its opening rise but still outperforming European...

Tue, 31/05/2022 - 12:29

LONDON MARKET OPEN: Mixed start amid Russian oil ban, China reopening

London shares were mixed early Tuesday, with the FTSE 100 slightly outperforming European peers due to a weaker pound and concern about the economic impact...

Tue, 31/05/2022 - 09:08

LONDON MARKET CLOSE: China easing Covid curbs lifts mood

European markets were lifted on Monday by news that China is lifting Covid restrictions in Beijing and Shanghai, despite new data showing inflation has reached...

Mon, 30/05/2022 - 17:15

LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: FTSE 100 looks to add to gains in muted trade

The abbreviated trading week in London started on a positive note, with the FTSE-100 lifted by travel stocks, as worries about a global growth slowdown...

Mon, 30/05/2022 - 12:27

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