Daily market update

“The FTSE 100 was on course to extend its winning streak after signs of a potential de-escalation of the tariff stand-off between US and China...

“The FTSE 100 was firm in early trading,” says AJ Bell Investment Director Russ Mould.

“Ever since President Donald Trump announced his partial U-turn on...

“Banks, defence and miners did their best to lift the FTSE 100, yet the negative pressures were too great from pharma and energy stocks for...

“A weekend light on drama was just what the doctor ordered for financial markets and the FTSE 100 made a strong start on Monday to...

“Another strong session on Wall Street yesterday lifted spirits at the end of the trading week, resulting in small but welcome gains across much of...

“Markets paused for breath after the recent rally as investors were treated to a barrage of corporate news to get their heads around,” says Russ...

“European markets including the UK enjoyed a solid bounce following yesterday’s strong rally on Wall Street,” says Russ Mould, Investment Director at AJ Bell.

“There...

“European markets started back after Easter in steady enough fashion despite a continuing flight from US assets,” says AJ Bell Investment Director, Russ Mould.

“Persistent...

“The FTSE 100 was lower in early trading after selling in the US overnight and despite gains for Asian indices,” says AJ Bell Investment Director...