The FTSE 100 is positioned to open marginally lower on Thursday, 5 March 2026, as investors navigate ongoing geopolitical tensions and a calendar laden with significant economic releases.
FTSE 100 futures signal bounce despite escalating Middle East conflict
London stocks were expected to rebound slightly on Wednesday as investors prepared for a busy round of final purchasing managers’ index releases, while tensions in the Middle East continued to
UK bank shares tumble – The FTSE 100 narrowly avoided a 300-point slide
The FTSE 100 narrowly avoided a 300-point slide on Tuesday, but still fell 2.75% to slip back below the 10,500 mark — effectively returning the benchmark to levels seen a
FTSE 100 set for weaker open as oil and gold surge on geopolitical strain
London equities were poised for a weaker start on Tuesday as elevated oil and gold prices reflected persistent geopolitical strain.
Insider Trading Concerns Emerge as Prediction Markets Face Regulatory Scrutiny Following Iran Strike Bets
Prediction markets have become the subject of intense regulatory scrutiny following allegations that individuals with access to privileged government information profited substantially from cryptocurrency-based betting platforms ahead of military action.
FTSE 100 set to open higher, extending weekly gains
London equities are expected to open higher on Friday, futures indicate the FTSE 100 will rise around 40 points, to 10,879. The index closed 40.29 points higher at 10,846.70 on
UK shares poised to rally before Nvidia earnings release
London equities are set for a stronger start on Wednesday as investors adopt a more risk-on stance ahead of Nvidia’s closely watched earnings release after the New York close.
Cautious start expected for FTSE 100 as trade jitters persist
London markets look set for a subdued open on Tuesday as tariff uncertainty continues to unsettle investors at the start of the week.
UK shares poised to slip as markets react to latest US trade tensions
London equities are poised for a softer start on Monday as fresh trade tensions weigh on sentiment following Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat and his criticism of Friday’s Supreme Court
FTSE 100 futures point to strong bounce at Friday open
Defense officials have reportedly informed Mr. Trump that U.S. forces would be prepared for military action by Saturday, following the largest American military buildup in the region since the 2003
FTSE 100 futures point higher following second straight record finish
London stocks are expected to open higher on Thursday, with investors looking ahead to US jobless claims and other economic data later in the day.
FTSE 100 futures point higher after record close
London stocks are expected to open higher on Wednesday, with investor attention turning to UK consumer and producer inflation data.