FTSE 100 today: London markets braces for caution ahead of UK inflation data July 16, 2024 Asian shares dip on China's slowdown, bitcoin rise; Asian currencies weaken against strong dollar. Eyes on Bank of America's earnings.
Ocado: Shares in M&S-linked grocer tumble after being labeled ‘underperforming’ July 15, 2024 Shares in M&S-linked grocer Ocado have tumbled after being branded as 'underperforming' only a few weeks after being demoted from the FTSE 100.
Mika Häkkinen and David Coulthard-backed firm to quit London Stock Exchange after acquisition collapses July 15, 2024 A company backed by Mika Häkkinen and David Coulthard is to quit the London Stock Exchange after failing to complete the takeover of a super car road trip company.
FTSE 100 today: London set to open soft amid US political uncertainty July 15, 2024 Asian markets were mixed. The US dollar rose on bets of a Trump victory. China's growth slows. Focus on Netflix and major banks' earnings.
Analysts: A mining takeover boom could be around the corner July 12, 2024 Rising demand for raw materials coupled with a meagre new supply could spur a mining takeover boom, according to analysts.
London Stock Exchange eyes fresh listings as City regulator readies sweeping shake-up July 12, 2024 The London Stock Exchange could be in line for two new listings by the end of this year in a boost to the bourse as it prepares for the biggest regulatory shake-up in three decades.
Sterling soars to multi-year highs as investors flock to ‘safe haven’ UK July 12, 2024 Higher interest rates benefit domestic currencies, because international investors are able to earn a higher return on their investments.
Balanced Commercial Property Trust sheds more offices amid ‘challenging’ market July 12, 2024 The commercial property investor Balanced Commercial Property Trust has shed more offices as part of its strategy to focus more on the food and beverage sector.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set for third consecutive day of gains July 12, 2024 Asian stocks slipped as US tech shares fell, and the two-year Treasury yield dropped to a four-month low. Focus on US producer prices.
Gleeson: Sales ‘exceeding expectations’ despite planning system woes July 11, 2024 Housebuilder Gleeson has nudged up the number of new homes it sold in its most recent financial year, despite what it described as "continuing challenges in the planning system".