London markets mixed in quiet post-Christmas trading
The FTSE 100 edged lower in subdued post-Christmas trade, while the FTSE 250 gained on news of a £543 million takeover of International Personal Finance. Get the full market wrap.
The FTSE 100 edged lower in subdued post-Christmas trade, while the FTSE 250 gained on news of a £543 million takeover of International Personal Finance. Get the full market wrap.
Gold and silver prices surged to historic highs while Asian shares were mixed. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 neared a record after Japan approved a massive defence budget. Read the full market analysis.
The FTSE 100 closed higher on Tuesday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected US economic growth and a rise in UK business confidence. Discover the key market movers and economic data driving sentiment.
Provisional Met Office data shows 2025 is poised to be the UK's warmest year on record, surpassing 2022. Discover the climate trends reshaping Britain's weather.
The FTSE 100 closed lower on Monday as business surveys point to a disappointing year for private sector growth. Gold hits a new record high while US equities rally. Read the full market analysis.
A historic country house in Northumberland has secured a world record by decorating a 44.7m giant redwood. Discover the festive feat that outshines the Angel of the North.
A Mendocino County angler's massive 10.25lb canary rockfish, caught off the Californian coast, is set to challenge longstanding state and world records. Read the full story.
A Northern California fisherman has landed a colossal 10.25lb canary rockfish, potentially breaking a state and world record that has stood since 1986. Read the full story.
A Northern California angler may have broken state and world records with a colossal 10.25-pound canary rockfish caught off the Mendocino coast. Discover the full story of the remarkable catch.
BP announces Meg O'Neill as its new chief executive, making her the first woman to lead a top-five global oil company. Discover the details behind the leadership change and its implications for the energy giant's future strategy.
BP makes history by hiring Meg O'Neill as its new CEO, the first woman to lead a top-five global oil firm. Murray Auchincloss departs after less than two years. Read the full story.
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg scores 42 points, breaking LeBron James' record for a teenage debut. Discover how the Dallas Mavericks' new star made history.
The FTSE 100 surged 102 points on Monday as markets priced in a likely interest rate cut from the Bank of England this week. Discover the key drivers and expert analysis.
Discover glamorous party dresses under £100 from M&S, George, Next and more. Perfect for Christmas parties and New Year's Eve without breaking the bank.
Get ready for the festive season with our curated edit of the most glamorous and stylish Christmas party dresses, all under £100. Discover sequins, velvet and lace from M&S, Next, H&M and more.
The FTSE 100 gained 0.2% on Thursday, with investor optimism for a US interest rate cut outweighing news of the UK construction sector's sharpest contraction in over five years. Discover the market movers and key data.
Step inside the Jeromin home in Germany, where 621 decorated Christmas trees have earned a world record. Discover the festive wonderland they live in year-round.
Manchester City's Erling Haaland rewrites Premier League history, becoming the fastest player to reach 100 goals, smashing Alan Shearer's long-standing record. Read the full story.
Manchester City's Erling Haaland becomes the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals, achieving the feat in 111 matches. Discover how he shattered Alan Shearer's long-standing record.
Manchester City's Erling Haaland becomes the fastest player to score 100 Premier League goals, breaking Alan Shearer's long-standing record in just 111 matches. Read the full story.
The FTSE 100 ended a winning week up 1.9% despite Premier Inn owner Whitbread plunging 11% on a £50m business rates hit from the Budget. Discover the full market movers.
FTSE 100 climbs and pound strengthens as Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a 'tolerable' Budget with £26bn in tax rises to bolster fiscal headroom against future economic shocks.
London's FTSE 100 gained 74.62 points as banking stocks rallied amid speculation Chancellor Rachel Reeves will spare the sector from additional taxes in Wednesday's budget announcement.
London markets rallied as banking stocks surged on reports Chancellor Rachel Reeves will spare banks from tax hikes in Wednesday's Budget. The FTSE 100 gained 0.8% while the pound strengthened to $1.3183.
EasyJet defies French air traffic strikes and fuel costs with profits rising to £650 million. Discover how the budget airline's holidays arm boosted performance.
London's FTSE 100 closed higher on Friday despite disappointing retail figures and rising government borrowing. Discover how markets reacted ahead of next week's Budget.
Budget airline EasyJet defies French air traffic control strikes and rising costs, posting a £650 million annual profit. Discover how its holidays arm boosted performance.
London's FTSE 100 snapped five-day losing streak, climbing 20 points to 9,527.65. Games Workshop and Halma surged while US jobs data tempered gains. Read full market analysis.
Nvidia's 62% sales surge to £43.6bn dispels AI bubble fears, triggering a global £200bn stock market recovery. Discover how the tech giant's results are reshaping investor confidence.
Warhammer maker Games Workshop sees shares climb 11% as it forecasts half-year sales of £310m, defying previous Trump tariff warnings. Discover the FTSE 100 firm's success.