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Late market roundup: FTSE 100 down amid fears for ‘fraying’ ceasefire

The price of oil crept higher, with the FTSE 100 and European stocks in the red, amid growing doubts over how long the US and...

Thu, 09/04/2026 - 17:17


Lunchtime market roundup: Shaky ceasefire puts shares on back foot

The FTSE 100 was on the decline on Thursday, while oil was back on the up, on nervy trade as doubts about the health of...

Thu, 09/04/2026 - 12:16


Early market roundup: FTSE 100 rises, peers fall amid ceasefire nerves

European stocks opened mixed on Thursday, after Asian stocks closed lower as the ceasefire agreed this week showed signs of frailty, supporting the Brent price.

‘In...

Thu, 09/04/2026 - 08:51


Late market roundup: Stocks soar on ceasefire, both sides claim win

The FTSE 100 rose on Wednesday, after the announcement of a US-Iran ceasefire drove down oil prices, although analysts noted that supply risks remain.

The...

Wed, 08/04/2026 - 17:16


Lunchtime market roundup: ‘Beaten up’ stocks shine amid ceasefire

London’s FTSE 100 registered a sizeable stride by Wednesday afternoon, though its oil majors meant it underperformed against European peers that flew even higher as...

Wed, 08/04/2026 - 12:09


Early market roundup: Ceasefire lifts equities but hits dollar and oil

Stock prices in London were sharply higher with the bulk of the FTSE 100 surging on a Middle East ceasefire, leaving oil majors trailing in...

Wed, 08/04/2026 - 08:41


Late market roundup: Stocks retreat after Trump’s latest Iran threats

The FTSE 100 closed lower on Tuesday, as market participants wait for US President Donald Trump’s latest deadline for Iran to re-open the crucial Strait...

Tue, 07/04/2026 - 17:08


Lunchtime market roundup: Stocks up as US peace deadline approaches

Stocks in Europe were higher on Tuesday midday, with focus on the Middle East after a dramatic long weekend of headlines, ahead of a...

Tue, 07/04/2026 - 12:17


Early market roundup: FTSE 100 treads water as US deadline closes in

Stocks in London were largely higher, with the FTSE 100 registering a fractional after the Easter break, though the larger moves came in the oil...

Tue, 07/04/2026 - 08:55


Late market roundup: Shares finish higher on Hormuz reopening rumours

London’s blue chip index staged a late comeback on Friday after another bruising bout of Middle East-driven volatility, as reports that Iran may work with...

Thu, 02/04/2026 - 17:11


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