London stocks are set for a firmer start on Tuesday as easing oil prices and renewed optimism surrounding US-Iran negotiations help improve investor sentiment following Monday’s sell-off.
What happened overnight – Monday 1st June 2026
Asian markets advanced on Monday as investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and semiconductor stocks continued to power regional equities higher, despite renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which lifted
FTSE struggles for direction after weekend Iran escalation
London stocks were mixed in early trading on Monday as investors weighed renewed tensions in the Middle East after fresh US military action against Iran over the weekend.
FTSE 100 set for softer open as geopolitical tensions persist
London stocks are set for a weaker start on Monday as investors weigh renewed uncertainty surrounding US-Iran peace negotiations alongside a rebound in oil prices ahead of a busy session
What happened overnight – Friday 29th May 2026
Asian markets traded mostly higher on Friday as investors welcomed reports that the US and Iran are nearing an agreement to extend their ceasefire for a further 60 days, raising
FTSE 100 set for weaker open as Iran tensions weigh on sentiment
London stocks are set for a subdued start on Friday as investors assess reports that a potential US-Iran agreement is nearing completion but still requires Donald Trump’s approval.
FTSE 100 knocked lower by renewed Iran conflict
London stocks are set to open lower on Thursday after renewed US-Iran hostilities reignited concerns over stability in the Middle East and the security of global energy supplies.
What happened overnight – Wednesday 27th May 2026
Wall Street surged to fresh record highs as investors piled into AI-linked semiconductor stocks amid booming demand for advanced memory chips and data centre infrastructure.
FTSE hit by fresh nerves over fragile US-Iran talks
London stocks are set to edge lower on Wednesday as investors continue assessing the prospects for progress in US-Iran peace negotiations amid renewed tensions in the Middle East.
FTSE hit as fresh US strikes threaten Iran ceasefire
London stocks are set to open lower on Tuesday after fresh US military strikes in Iran renewed concerns that the fragile ceasefire in the Middle East could unravel.
What happened overnight – Friday 22nd May 2026
Asian markets advanced on Friday despite continued uncertainty surrounding efforts to end the Iran conflict, while investors balanced easing inflation pressures against ongoing energy market disruption.
FTSE pushes higher even as UK shoppers retreat
London stocks opened firmly higher on Friday despite UK retail sales suffering their sharpest decline in almost a year, as investors looked past weak consumer data and focused on improving