Copper jumps as Freeport delays Grasberg ramp up again
What happened overnight – Friday 8th May 2026
Asian stocks fall as renewed Iran tensions lift oil prices
FTSE 100 set to fall as Iran ceasefire doubts weigh on markets
Stocks in London are set to open lower on Friday, ahead of the latest UK house price data and following attacks that cast fresh doubt on the fragile ceasefire between
FTSE 100 falls as hopes of Iran peace deal weigh on oil and defence stocks
The FTSE 100 fell 1.5% on Thursday as growing optimism over a potential Middle East peace agreement triggered sharp declines in energy and defence shares.
SP Angel – Today’s Market View, Thursday 7th May 2026
Copper rises on dollar weakness and hopes of peace in the Middle East
FTSE 100 extends recovery as hopes of Iran deal grow
London stocks are set for a firmer open on Thursday following the previous session’s strong rally, as optimism over a potential US-Iran agreement continues to support global risk sentiment.
Norway has confirmed plans to revive three dormant North Sea gas fields
Norway has confirmed plans to revive three dormant North Sea gas fields, marking the first reopening of mothballed offshore fields in the region in nearly 30 years as Europe seeks
SP Angel – Today’s Market View, Wednesday 6th May 2026
Gold stages strong rally as White House cools Iran rhetoric US dollar index falls and China returns from holiday
FTSE 100 set for strong gains after easing tensions
London stocks are set for a stronger open on Wednesday as easing geopolitical tensions and softer oil prices improve investor sentiment. Futures indicate the FTSE 100 will open around 106
SP Angel – Today’s Market View, Tuesday 5th May 2026
Gold edges higher following correction as Treasuries continue sell-off
SP Angel – Today’s Market View, Friday 1st May 2026
Gold prices steady amid uncertainty over rates outlook and Iran war resolution
What happened overnight – Friday 1st May 2026
Trading volumes may be thinner, with several major markets—including those in China, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Switzerland—closed for the Labour Day holiday.