Daily market update

FTSE 100 goes into reverse, UK jobs data leaves rate cut decision finely balanced, Apple fails to win over the market with new product launches, takeover offer for gold producer Centamin

“The FTSE 100 went into reverse on Tuesday, despite some modest gains in the US overnight,” says AJ Bell Investment Director Russ Mould.

“The...

Tue, 10/09/2024 - 09:38

FTSE 100 higher, Entain soars, EasyJet caught up in air traffic disruption, Barratt and Lloyds unveil housing venture, TGI Fridays’ UK operator sees shares slump 90% in a day

“The FTSE 100 got off to a strong start on Monday, helped by strength in the resources space as oil prices bounced from their recent...

Mon, 09/09/2024 - 14:31

Markets jittery ahead of US jobs data, 7-Eleven owner rejects bid, Darktrace CEO quits, Berkeley sticks with profit guidance as UK house prices near record high, Next 15 hit by loss of major contract

“Today’s release of new US jobs data could have a significant influence on the direction of shares around the world. Concerns about economic weakness in...

Fri, 06/09/2024 - 11:14

Tesla shares boosted as Ticketmaster faces competition probe into Oasis pricing tactics

“There’s been a bit more optimism around from investors today, but confidence feels tenuous after the volatility of the last couple of days.” comments Danni...

Thu, 05/09/2024 - 17:11

Markets calmer after recent sell-off, EasyJet escapes FTSE 100 relegation, Royal Mail in potential Ofcom breakthrough, ASOS sells Topshop stake, Primark reveals soggy sales, Jet2’s visibility clouded

“More stable market conditions were welcome after the recent sell-off, with tentative signs that some investors might be shifting their mindset from panic to a...

Thu, 05/09/2024 - 10:27

Investors shaken by another big drop in the US stock market, Nvidia sees near-10% one-day decline, Barratt Developments profits slump

“A near-10% one-day decline in Nvidia’s shares and a 3.3% drop in the Nasdaq index illustrate the fragility of the market. It goes to...

Wed, 04/09/2024 - 10:04

Chancellor promises 'tax roadmap' for business as retailers get a boost from August spending uptick

“It’s tough for UK businesses to get fired up when there’s still so much gloom around.” comments Danni Hewson, Head of Financial Analysis at AJ...

Tue, 03/09/2024 - 17:28

Rolls-Royce bounces back despite ongoing engine issues, Ryanair sees record month, Ashtead on track, Watches of Switzerland says luxury demand bottoming out

“A decent session last night on Wall Street failed to extend to Europe on Tuesday, with most of the major indices only showing marginal gains,”...

Tue, 03/09/2024 - 10:21

September could be key for markets, Live Nation under pressure over ticket pricing, Volkswagen weighs German plant closures

“Markets have shuffled into September, a month which could deliver the decisive moment of the year if the Fed follows through on its rumblings that...

Mon, 02/09/2024 - 17:33

FTSE 100 lower as Asian stocks fall on weak Chinese manufacturing data, Vertu warns of difficult first-half, Rightmove attracts takeover interest

“The FTSE 100 dipped on Monday after weak Chinese manufacturing figures put Asian stocks on the back foot overnight,” says AJ Bell Investment Director, Russ...

Mon, 02/09/2024 - 10:44

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