Markets today


Late market roundup: FTSE 100 down as BoE cuts rates in tight vote

Stocks in London were mixed on Thursday, while the pound strengthened after the Bank of England cut interest rates in a surprisingly divided vote.

The quarter...

Thu, 07/08/2025 - 17:05


Lunchtime market roundup: Pound up after BoE backs cut in close call

The pound moved higher but stocks in London went into reverse after the Bank of England voted to cut rates in a decision that needed...

Thu, 07/08/2025 - 12:18


Early market roundup: Stocks mixed as UK house prices continue to rise

Stocks in London were mixed at the open on Thursday, ahead of an interest rate decision by the Bank of England with a 25 basis...

Thu, 07/08/2025 - 08:59


Late market roundup: London stocks up before Bank of England decision

The FTSE 100 closed up on Wednesday as investors wait for an expected cut to the base rate by the Bank of England on Thursday.

The...

Wed, 06/08/2025 - 17:07


Lunchtime market roundup: Cautious trading as US-China talks continue

Stocks in Europe were mostly a touch higher at Wednesday midday, as UK construction activity data disappointed, meanwhile CT Automotive shone as it remains on...

Wed, 06/08/2025 - 11:51


Early market roundup: European stocks up as tariff concerns remain

Stocks in Europe were mostly higher on Wednesday morning, after Asian stocks closed higher, as investors await UK construction purchasing managers’ index data.

The FTSE 100...

Wed, 06/08/2025 - 09:11


Late market roundup: Stocks close higher after boost from BP

Stocks in London finished higher on Tuesday, helped by positive results for major firms, but tempered some earlier gains after weak data from the US.

‘Strong...

Tue, 05/08/2025 - 17:16


Lunchtime market roundup: Stocks up as EU suspends tariff retaliation

Stocks in Europe were higher at midday Tuesday as the EU announced the suspension of retaliatory tariffs on US goods, after the partners had struck...

Tue, 05/08/2025 - 11:51


Early market roundup: European stocks up; Cap-XX boosted by project

Stocks in Europe were generally higher on Tuesday morning, after New York stocks had closed up up on Monday as investors bought the dip at...

Tue, 05/08/2025 - 08:53


Late market roundup: London stocks boosted by motor finance ruling

Stocks climbed in London on Monday following Friday’s sell-off, helped by a less severe than expected motor finance ruling in the Supreme Court.

The FTSE 100...

Mon, 04/08/2025 - 16:58


Pages