FTSE 100 Drops as Trade Tensions Shake Global Markets The FTSE 100 moved lower as fresh trade tensions hit global markets, after the European Union warned it could impose tariffs worth up to $108 billion on US goods. The warning came as a direct response to new trade moves announced by former US President Donald…
FTSE 100 Opens Higher as Global Sentiment Improves The FTSE 100 moved higher as European stock markets gained momentum following news that China recorded a historic $1.19 trillion trade surplus, one of the largest ever reported by any economy. The positive data improved investor confidence across global markets and helped ease fears about slowing world…
The FTSE 100 is trading with little direction today as global investors weigh fresh geopolitical and economic developments following the United States’ announcement of a 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran, a move that could reshape global trade flows and influence investor sentiment across markets. This tariff announcement comes amid rising political…
On January 12, 2026, the FTSE 100 opened lower in London as global markets reacted to a big shock from the United States. Investors woke up to news that the U.S. Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Powell revealed that the Justice Department served the Federal Reserve…
On January 9, 2026, the FTSE 100 opened higher in London after a week of mixed trading. The main UK stock index climbed as investors reacted to breaking news from the mining world. Shares rose on hopes that Glencore and Rio Tinto have restarted talks about a possible mega-merger. These talks could lead to a…
FTSE 100 trading has shown a mixed picture in the opening days of the new year as investors digest a blend of strong retail news and mixed corporate earnings while monitoring global macro signals and signs of market rotation, analysts said early today. The UK’s benchmark index ended 2025 on a high note, but recent…
The FTSE 100 opened the new session on a cautious note, slipping lower after closing at a record high in the previous session. Global investors turned cautious as US jobs data came in below expectations, raising fresh questions about economic momentum, interest rates, and the next move for equity markets. The pullback does not signal…
On January 5, 2026, the UK stock market surprised many investors. The FTSE 100 moved higher, even as global headlines focused on U.S. military action in Venezuela. Normally, such events shake markets. This time, London stocks stayed calm. Investors did not rush to sell. Instead, they shifted money within the market. Defence companies gained attention….
The FTSE 100 just reached a major milestone. On January 2, 2026, the UK’s top stock index crossed 10,000 points for the first time. This is a big moment for British markets and investors. The index climbed after a strong run in 2025, its best year in more than a decade. The rise shows growing…
We start with a big picture view. In 2025, the FTSE 100 delivered one of its strongest performances in years. The blue‑chip UK stock index surged more than 21 % year‑to‑date, outperforming many global markets and setting record closing highs. But as the year draws to a close, there’s a twist. Despite this impressive gain, uncertainty hangs…