The Bank of England has cut interest rates in response to mounting signs of a prolonged slowdown in the labour market.
BoE ‘too slow’ on rate cuts as inflation retreats
The Bank of England risks falling behind the curve on interest rate cuts and may be forced to “play catch-up” next year if it delays action as inflation continues to
Easing inflation clears path for Bank of England rate cut
UK inflation fell by more than expected in November, strengthening the case for the Bank of England to cut interest rates this week, according to official data.
European Banks Retain Appeal Ahead of 2026 Despite Strong 2025 Performance
UBS has maintained its constructive view on the European banking sector as it approaches 2026, keeping Barclays PLC on its roster of preferred buy-rated stocks. The broker argues that the
FTSE tipped to edge higher as Budget dust settles and US markets return
London stocks look set for a modest lift as trading resumes with a calmer tone following Wednesday’s Budget and the Thanksgiving break in the US.
FTSE set for muted open as Budget verdict sinks in
The FTSE 100 looks poised for a hesitant start on Thursday as investors continue to digest the implications of Labour’s first Budget, with initial enthusiasm giving way to more cautious
FTSE edges higher as global rally overshadows Budget anticipation
London stocks opened modestly higher, but the uplift owes more to renewed global optimism than excitement about today’s Budget.
FTSE 100 set for strong open as markets rally ahead of Reeves’ Budget
London stocks are poised for a bullish start on Wednesday as anticipation builds for Rachel Reeves’ Budget statement at 12.30pm.
UK stocks edge higher as investors brace for Budget day
UK shares ticked higher as investors waited anxiously to see how the Chancellor’s Budget will impact businesses and households.
UK bank shares surge after reports of Budget tax reprieve
Shares in Britain’s biggest banks jumped sharply in early trading after reports suggested they will avoid being targeted by new tax measures in tomorrow’s Budget.
FTSE 100 closes higher as tech rebound lifts global markets
London stocks finished firmly higher on Wednesday, recovering from earlier losses as a rebound in technology shares and stronger-than-expected U.S. employment data boosted investor sentiment.
FTSE 100 set to open lower as global markets retreat
The FTSE 100 is expected to open sharply lower on Tuesday, with futures indicating a 40-point drop, as global equity markets extend their cautious tone.