Neil Woodford Faces £46m Fine with His Company

The FTSE 100 has reached new highs this week, defying global uncertainty and concerns about a looming US government shutdown. Despite political gridlock in Washington, investor sentiment in London remains buoyant, with stronger corporate earnings and resilient energy prices fueling optimism. This rally highlights the market’s ability to absorb global headwinds while capitalizing on sector…

The FTSE 100 slipped on Monday as concerns about international tariff policy and a stronger pound rattled investor confidence. UK blue-chip stocks felt pressure from renewed trade tensions between major global economies and fears that rising costs could hit corporate profits. The pound climbed above $1.35, making exports more expensive for foreign buyers and adding…