FTSE 100 today: Blue-chip index set to break five-week losing streak June 21, 2024 Asian markets declined alongside Wall Street, while gold aimed for a second weekly gain. All eyes are on global PMI data and UK retail sales.
Ed Warner: Election manifestos show desperate lack of fresh thinking for sport June 20, 2024 Our sport business columnist is not impressed by the eight manifestos.
The big unknown that will decide the August interest rate decision June 20, 2024 An August interest rate cut depends on the data. (When does it not...) But there is another big unknown.
Speedy Hire bounces back after securing £25m deal with leading UK infrastructure provider June 20, 2024 The deal between Speedy Hire and Amey Group will bring in up to £25m per year for the firm once it mobilises during the second half of the financial calendar.
Bank of England holds rates but August cut still on the table June 20, 2024 The Bank of England has voted to leave interest rates on hold for a seventh consecutive meeting.
Price of a Wetherspoons pint in London set to soar June 20, 2024 An analysis of Wetherspoons prices has found the average pint at the chain could cost Londoners as much as £11.22 by 2035.
Urban Logistics REIT sees rent boom while eyeing expansion June 20, 2024 Urban Logistics REIT saw rental income jump 8.4 per cent last year, as the company looks to deploy capital and continue expanding.
DS Smith profit slips but boss hails £5.8bn takeover opportunity June 20, 2024 DS Smith said medium-term targets for box volume growth had been "significantly impacted" by inflation, in addition to lower production volumes.
Square Mile and Me – Conservative City candidate Tim Barnes: ‘I live here, so I understand the everyday problems’ June 20, 2024 We’re asking the candidates for the Cities of London and Westminster to introduce themselves. Today, it's Conservative runner Timothy Barnes.
FTSE 100 today: Blue-chip index set for higher open; potential BOE dovish surprise could spark a rally June 20, 2024 Asian stocks paused after a brief rally, while gold climbed to a one-week high. All eyes are now on the Bank of England's policy decision.