Legal & General reveals sweeping overhaul and kicks off first share buyback in a decade June 12, 2024 Legal & General has revealed plans for a sweeping overhaul today including the merger of its two asset management arms and a first share buy back in over a decade, as new chief Antonio Simoes looks to set out a fresh direction for the company.
FTSE 100 today: London markets eye UK GDP for direction; US Fed policy decision key June 12, 2024 Asian markets hold steady despite Wall Street's record highs. Apple shares surge. All eyes on UK GDP, Fed rate decision, and US inflation.
China’s consumer inflation steady, factory prices dip in May June 12, 2024 China's consumer inflation remained stable in May, while the decline in producer prices showed signs of easing.
Rare sighting: UK homecare provider mulls summer listing June 11, 2024 Hales Group, a provider of homecare in the UK, is considering floating on London's AIM market this summer.
FTSE 100 today: Blue-chip set for muted open ahead of Fed decision; UK jobs data key for direction June 11, 2024 US stocks hit record highs, Asian markets were mixed and Apple shares dipped after the AI demo. All eyes are now on the UK jobs report.
Ashtead: FTSE 100 giant’s potential New York switch raises more questions for London June 10, 2024 Analysts have warned that FTSE 100 giant Ashtead's potential switch to New York's stock market could strip London of one of its best-performing names, once again raising questions over its status as a trading venue for US-focused firms.
London listings to rebound from second half of 2024, broker predicts June 10, 2024 The UK's IPO market is starting to open up, according to a leading broker, as it eyes a rebound in listings from the second half of this year.
FTSE 100 today: Blue-chip set to open lower amid stalled Fed cut bets and EU political uncertainty June 10, 2024 Asian stocks dipped and the euro weakened after far-right gains in the EU elections. All eyes are on the US Fed and BOJ policy decisions.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set to open green; US jobs data key for direction June 7, 2024 Asian stocks were mixed, with oil prices up and the dollar near an eight-week low. All eyes were on the US non-farm payrolls report.
FTSE 100 reshuffle: Ocado and St James’s Place out, and one surprising new entrant June 6, 2024 The FTSE 100 index has lost some well-known names but gained one unexpected addition.