London Stock Exchange: Why it’s not all doom and gloom for the City’s embattled bourse October 12, 2023 The London Stock Exchange has shown signs of life as new figures showed the capital topped European rivals in terms of cash raised by listed companies.
Oil prices slide as economic woes compete with geopolitical risks October 11, 2023 Oil markets have eased in today's trading with investors awaiting further price signals following worries over geopolitical risk.
Gas prices pare back gains as volatility fears rattle markets October 11, 2023 Gas prices have eased after yesterday's bumper rally which saw markets surge to their highest levels since June.
FTSE 100 close: Next falls on reports of Fatface deal as London markets slip into the red October 11, 2023 London's FTSE indexes were treading water early on Wednesday after yesterday's rally with investors nervy ahead of key US inflation data tomorrow.
Cost of government debt falls as investors seek out a safe haven and rein in rate expectations October 10, 2023 The recent sell-off in government debt has eased slightly as investors reined in their expectations for how high interests would have to go following comments from Fed officials yesterday.
Net zero risks energy security, says OPEC, as cartel slashes oil output October 10, 2023 Climate action to reach net zero undermines investment in the oil sector and jeopardises global energy security, warned OPEC.
FTSE 100 close: Markets muted as airlines are hit by Israel conflict October 9, 2023 London's FTSE markets were muted on Monday as investors grappled with the implications of the surprise attack launched on Israel by Hamas.
Oil prices surge after Hamas attack on Israel raises supply fears October 9, 2023 Oil prices have spiked amid growing political uncertainty in the Middle East, following Hamas' attack on Israel.
Gold prices stabilise after nine-day losing streak as bond yields dent demand October 8, 2023 Gold prices have stabilised after a nine-day losing streak which saw the precious metal slide on the spot market amid rising bond yields.
FTSE 100 close: London ends week higher after US jobs growth smashes forecasts October 6, 2023 London markets opened higher this morning despite a fall in house prices for the sixth consecutive month in a row.