Pound ticks up as UK data shows strong pre-war growth
Sterling rose modestly on Thursday after stronger-than-expected UK economic data lifted sentiment, while markets also tracked developments around a potential peace deal linked
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Pound steadies near pre-war levels despite UK political pressure
The British pound remained largely stable on Friday, returning to levels seen before the onset of the Iran war, as currency markets showed
Economy
London’s FTSE 100 dips as utilities and miners drag index
The UK’s benchmark FTSE 100 index slipped on Friday, pressured by declines in utilities and mining stocks. The index was also on track
Economy
Dow futures climb 175 points: 5 things to know before market opens
US stock futures edged higher on Friday as investors headed into the final session of the week hoping the worst of the Middle
Economy
Is the S&P 500 surge built on conditioning, plumbing, and illusion?
We are in the middle of the largest oil supply shock in history. A war is still raging. Consumer confidence is at record
Economy
Wall Street banks ride trading boom, but flag risks to deals and growth
Global financial markets were jolted by a volatile first quarter shaped by geopolitical tensions, energy shocks and shifting expectations around artificial intelligence —
Economy
US stocks extend rally as earnings season unfolds
Investors are turning their attention to a busy week of corporate earnings, as US stock markets stage a sharp rebound and climb to
Economy
Hedge fund equity inflows hit $86B as Iran tensions ease
Systematic hedge funds have ramped up their equity exposure at an unprecedented pace, adding $86 billion worth of stocks over the last five
Economy
Pound steadies near pre-war levels despite UK political pressure
The British pound remained largely stable on Friday, returning to levels seen before the onset of the Iran war, as currency markets showed
Economy
Dow Jones jumps 680 points as ceasefire hopes fuel stock rally
US stocks rose on Friday, extending a recent rally, as investors welcomed fresh signs of de-escalation in the Middle East conflict and improving