Daily market update

Crisis averted at Nvidia, record high for Nikkei and Stoxx 600, Rolls delivers on cash flow, Lloyds makes provision for car finance probe and Indivior could shift main listing to the US

“It’s a record-breaking day for stocks and shares after two major indices hit new highs. Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Europe’s Stoxx 600 pushed ahead to...

Thu, 22/02/2024 - 11:27

Markets nervous ahead of Fed minutes and Nvidia results, HSBC profit hit by Chinese impairments

“Markets remained skittish ahead of two major events on Wednesday that could have a significant influence over the direction of equities in the coming weeks....

Wed, 21/02/2024 - 09:50

Barclays’ new plan fails to save the FTSE, Domino’s boosted by broker upgrade and InterContinental Hotels posts first $1 billion profit

“A strong showing from Barclays’ share price off the back of its three-year plan wasn’t enough to save the FTSE 100 from falling into the...

Tue, 20/02/2024 - 10:24

FTSE 100 struggles for direction, Currys’ takeover battle begins and Nintendo hit by Switch delay reports

“The FTSE 100 made a sluggish start to trading on Monday, lacking some direction amid the absence of big corporate or economic releases,” says AJ...

Mon, 19/02/2024 - 10:38

FTSE higher after better-than-expected UK retail sales, NatWest beats forecasts and appoints interim CEO Paul Thwaite on permanent basis

“As we head towards the spring, the market seems to be getting more optimistic and, after a tricky few weeks, the FTSE 100 is close...

Fri, 16/02/2024 - 10:08

UK stocks higher on recession-driven rate cut hopes, new twist to motor finance probe, big dividend boost from Centrica, RELX benefits from AI and Jet2 raises guidance

“Confirmation that the UK is in recession has done nothing to knock UK stocks off course. An economy pushing through mud is not new news...

Thu, 15/02/2024 - 11:38

Markets in holding pattern, Conservatives’ relaxed planning permission move fails to lift housebuilders and TUI beats expectations ahead of delisting vote

“Markets remained in a holding pattern, awaiting the next wave of inflation, manufacturing and GDP data to see if it is possible to second guess...

Tue, 13/02/2024 - 09:32

Markets in holding pattern, Conservatives’ relaxed planning permission move fails to lift housebuilders and TUI beats expectations ahead of delisting vote

“Markets remained in a holding pattern, awaiting the next wave of inflation, manufacturing and GDP data to see if it is possible to second guess...

Tue, 13/02/2024 - 09:32

Rate cut comments boost European equities, Tritax Big Box REIT and UK Commercial Property REIT set to merge

“Investors are hanging onto every word uttered by anyone affiliated with the major central banks, looking for signs that interest rate cuts are finally on...

Mon, 12/02/2024 - 10:56

FTSE 100 grounded for second week in a row, Tesco sells banking, Bellway hopes for return to sales growth in 2025 and Ubisoft boosted by Assassin’s Creed Mirage

“After a barrage of company announcements this week, it’s no wonder that markets have paused for breath on Friday. Investors have had so much to...

Fri, 09/02/2024 - 10:42

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