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European Open: Sentiment improves as contagion fears from SVB collapse subside

A joint statement from the Fed, Treasury department and FDIC confirmed that all deposits in the failed bank SVB (Silicon Valley Bank) will be guaranteed.

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March 13, 2023 05:43 AM
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European Open: Tight ranges ahead of NFP but implied volatility perks up

The conclusion of the FOMC meeting at 19:00 GMT is hands down the main even, so we could be in for a session of tight ranges beforehand (and fireworks after).

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February 1, 2023 06:02 AM
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Will it be Santa’s rally or Satan’s rally for the Nasdaq in December?

Santa’s rally is usually a timely seasonal pattern that sees equity markets rally in December. The Nasdaq is not off to a great start at -8% MTD, but perhaps don’t write it off just yet.

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Stocks extend rally despite China concerns

Highest number of daily Covid cases have been recorded in China.

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Pound, FTSE unimpressed by fiscal statement

Tax hikes are going to chock any chances of economic growth that there might be...

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November 17, 2022 01:00 PM
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FTSE falls as optimism fades

UK investors more worried about a deteriorating global economy, than are hopeful about the US and other central banks easing rate hikes

Liz Truss resignation: what happens next?

Liz Truss has resigned. The future of both the Conservative party and the UK government remains unclear. In the coming days, we’ll be finding out more information on the leadership contest and whether a general election could follow.

Liz Truss resignation: what happens next?

Liz Truss has resigned. The future of both the Conservative party and the UK government remains unclear. In the coming days, we’ll be finding out more information on the leadership contest and whether a general election could follow.

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FTSE Reshuffle: Abrdn, Hikma and Howden to exit FTSE 100

Abrdn, Hikma Pharmaceuticals and Howden Joinery Group are being relegated from the FTSE 100 and replaced by ConvaTec Group, F&C Investment Trust and Harbour Energy.

Conservative leadership contest: Who will be the next prime minister?

Find out who the front-runners are in the contest to become the next prime minister of the UK after Boris Johnson resigned.

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July 11, 2022 02:17 PM

Virus slowdown, dividend news helps FTSE

The new trading week started on a more optimistic note with the FTSE following the lead of its European peers and opening higher as the coronavirus spread started showing signs of levelling off.

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April 6, 2020 06:07 AM

Risk Improves But Can It Last?

European markets have opened cautiously higher on the open as investors see a glimmer of hope in Italy’s easing death rates and as oil prices rebound. Can it ladt with US initial jobless claims due later?

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April 2, 2020 04:08 AM

The dividend nail

Banking stocks are attracting by far the highest volume on the FTSE this morning after stopping or delaying their dividends.

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April 1, 2020 06:15 AM

Fear Drives Markets Lower

FTSE slips as manufacturing across the globe drops & Trump reveals horrifying numbers

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April 1, 2020 03:56 AM

Chinese data lifts FTSE

Chinese official manufacturing data for March improved boosting recovery hopes

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March 31, 2020 06:12 AM

FTSE stalls decline as UK pandemic news provides hope

With Europe fully in the grip of the coronavirus, and speeding up in the US, little wonder that the markets have started on a weaker footing across Europe. However some glimmers of hope have helped the FTSE bounce.

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March 30, 2020 06:17 AM

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Jobless claims shock markets

The shockingly high number of new jobless claims in the US yesterday has poured icy water on the market's recent rallies, causing the FTSE and other European gauges to open lower.

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March 27, 2020 06:21 AM

FTSE Snaps 3 Day Winning Streak

FTSE deads lower into weekend

March 27, 2020 04:05 AM

Stimulus optimism fades

The good mood over the massive US stimulus package finally approved by the Senate late Tuesday dissipated this morning and the FTSE again clocked losses, led by banks and British Land.

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March 26, 2020 07:12 AM

Thank you Congress: FTSE rallies on rescue package

The phenomenal US rescue package agreed late yesterday still has to get approved by Congress but the $2 trillion support which will be provided for both businesses and employees is set to get the green light later today.

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March 25, 2020 07:24 AM

FTSE Jumps As Mood Improves But PMI's Could Hit Hard

Will PMI's shatter the improved sentiment?

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March 24, 2020 03:37 AM

A glimmer of hope on the FTSE

A glimmer of hope on the FTSE from an unexpected quarter: tourism and travel.

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March 20, 2020 07:17 AM