FTSE 100's best year since 2009 fuelled by buybacks
London's FTSE 100 index surged over 20% in 2025, its strongest performance in 16 years. Discover how share buybacks and key sectors like defence and mining powered the rally.
London's FTSE 100 index surged over 20% in 2025, its strongest performance in 16 years. Discover how share buybacks and key sectors like defence and mining powered the rally.
London's FTSE 100 index edges towards the historic 10,000 point mark on the last day of 2025, capping a year of 41 record closes. Discover the stocks driving the rally and those holding it back.
World equities see strongest annual gains since 2019, with the MSCI index up over 21%. Discover the key drivers, from AI to US dollar weakness, and what it means for investors.
Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgic could receive a share award worth over £100m following the engineering giant's dramatic turnaround. Discover how the FTSE 100 firm's value soared.
FTSE-100 events giant Informa has begun the search for a new chairman to succeed John Rishton. CEO Stephen Carter's move to Dubai signals extended leadership. Full details here.
Vodafone executives will meet MPs in January over a growing row with franchisees, with one MP citing 'uncomfortable echoes' of the Post Office Horizon scandal. Learn the full story.
US hedge fund Corvex pushes Premier Inn owner Whitbread for a strategic overhaul following Autumn Budget changes set to cost the firm up to £50m. Read the full analysis.
BP ousts CEO Murray Auchincloss, appointing Woodside's Meg O'Neil. The FTSE 100 oil giant faces activist pressure and strategic challenges. Read the full story.
The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates after inflation fell to 3.2%. Follow live updates on the crucial decision impacting mortgages and the UK economy.
Anglo American retreats on executive pay vote as FTSE giants gear up for 2026. Plus, breakdown duopoly exits and a delayed UK steel strategy. Read the full City analysis.
New UK unemployment figures and sticky inflation data will shape the Bank of England's crucial interest rate decision this Thursday. Follow the latest economic snapshot.
Investors have pulled over £10bn in six months, with UK-focused funds hardest hit. Analysts warn of prolonged market instability and rising gilt yields. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive poll reveals nearly half of Londoners want to move out, with soaring rents and taxes hitting young people hardest. Discover the data and FTSE 100 insights.
Paragon Banking Group's CEO Nigel Terrington signals acquisition plans following a key regulatory reform. The lender's results show profit growth but rising provisions for motor finance and development loans.
The Bank of England warns of rising global financial instability, with stretched equity valuations and AI bubble risks threatening a sharp correction. Read the full analysis.
The UK stock market, long overlooked, is poised for outperformance in 2026. Discover the drivers, from FTSE 100 gains to small-cap 'gems' and new budget incentives.
A blockbuster plan to create the UK's largest infrastructure investment firm has been scrapped after a shareholder revolt over the deal terms. Read the full story.
London's property market reacts to Autumn Budget taxes as house prices fall and major industries voice concerns. Discover the full impact on betting and housing sectors.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her second Autumn Budget amid market jitters. The FTSE 100 climbs, but traders are placing heavy bets against the pound. Follow live updates and analysis.
NatWest, Lloyds and Barclays stocks rise as investors anticipate Rachel Reeves will spare lenders from further levy in this week's budget. Discover the market reaction.
Defence giant Babcock reports robust H1 results with profit up 19%, but its share price fluctuates as investors debate future prospects. Discover the full analysis here.
Nvidia's blockbuster $57bn quarter shatters Wall Street expectations, dismissing AI bubble fears and sparking global market recovery. Discover how the chip giant is reshaping industries.
Outsourcing giant Mitie reports a 10.4% revenue surge to £2.7bn, driven by a shoplifting 'epidemic' boosting security services and soaring AI data centre projects. Discover the key figures.
WH Smith CEO Carl Cowling resigns following a critical Deloitte audit revealing major operational flaws. Discover how the stock reacted and what's next for the retailer.
FTSE 100 falls as UK fund outflows hit post-Truss highs. Google's Sundar Pichai warns of AI bubble risk. All eyes on today's crucial inflation data for relief. Follow live.
London's FTSE 100 index fell nearly 1% as Google CEO Sundar Pichai warned no company is 'immune' from a potential AI bubble burst. Discover the global market impact.
WPP's share price surged as speculation mounted over potential takeover interest from rival Havas and private equity firms. Discover the latest on the advertising giant's future.
HICL Infrastructure and TRIG agree a £5.3bn merger to form the UK's largest listed infrastructure firm. Discover the details and market impact.
The FTSE 100 fell sharply as Labour's Budget U-turn and Wall Street tech losses created a perfect storm. Discover the market reaction and expert analysis.
Lloyds and Natwest led FTSE 100 falls as UK bank stocks dropped over 2%. Discover the budget fears sparking this sell-off and what analysts say comes next.