Quantedge Capital outperformed in February with strong returns, while Dymon Asia and Discovery Capital also posted significant gains, highlighting a robust month for hedge funds.
Former MP Tim Wilson has sold his controversial short position on the Australian share market, securing a modest profit. The move comes amid ongoing economic volatility and political scrutiny.
Metro Bank has returned to profitability with a £98m pre-tax profit, driven by a 67% surge in SME lending. Shares rose 7% as the bank's strategic pivot yields significant revenue growth and cost reductions.
Investors are losing confidence in traditional exchanges, turning to bilateral stock trades for greater certainty, according to Market Structure Partners research.
The FTSE 100 fell sharply as oil prices spiked due to the Iran conflict, with UK gas prices hitting a three-year high. Economists warn of rising inflation and energy bills ahead.
Global stock markets fell sharply as Donald Trump's proposal for US Navy escorts in the Strait of Hormuz failed to reassure investors, with Asian indices like South Korea's Kospi dropping over 11% amid halted shipping and surging oil prices.
Marex, the London-based financial services firm, has announced a 39% increase in annual profit, driven by a strong trading environment and strategic acquisitions.
Fresnillo shares dropped over 5% as investors focused on declining production volumes, despite the mining giant reporting record revenue and profits driven by high precious metal prices.
Inchcape shares tumbled nearly 9% after warning of ongoing challenges in Asian markets and losing BYD as a customer. The car distributor reported a 15% revenue drop in Asia for 2025.
Stock markets worldwide have tumbled as escalating Middle East tensions drive oil and gas prices to multi-year highs, threatening inflation targets and delaying interest rate cuts.
Aberdeen's share price tumbled over 7% as persistent outflows from its adviser business offset strong performance from Interactive Investor, despite overall profit jumping 76% to £442 million.
The FTSE 100 dropped sharply as geopolitical tensions following US-Israel strikes on Iran triggered market volatility, overshadowing Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Spring Statement.
Major US stock indexes recovered from early losses on Monday as investors monitored the escalating conflict with Iran, which drove sharp rises in global gas and oil prices, impacting travel stocks and mortgage rates.
Oil and gas prices have surged dramatically following the outbreak of war in the Middle East, with Brent crude rising 13% and UK gas contracts spiking over 50%. While global stock markets fell, energy and defence stocks limited losses as analysts warn pro
Investors slash bets on Bank of England interest rate cuts as oil and gas price spikes threaten to reignite inflationary pressures following Middle East conflict escalation.
Global stock markets, including the Dow Jones and FTSE 100, tumbled Monday as US strikes on Iran escalated Middle East tensions, sending oil prices soaring and raising fears over Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions.
Lloyd Blankfein, former Goldman Sachs CEO, warns of hidden leverage and private credit risks echoing the 2008 financial crisis, with UK market growing 56% since 2015.
Escalating tensions in the Middle East have triggered a sharp rise in oil prices, fueling inflation fears and prompting concerns over potential interest rate hikes that could slow global economic growth.
Veteran investor Mark Mobius forecasts the Middle East conflict will persist for at least two to three more weeks, impacting global markets and investor sentiment.
Brent crude oil prices jumped to $82 per barrel as Middle East tensions escalate, threatening the vital Strait of Hormuz shipping route that carries 20% of global oil supplies.
Global markets face heightened risk as tensions in the Middle East boil over, with Brent crude oil climbing to $82 and gold nearing $5,400. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces criticism over Britain's defensive stance.
Global oil prices are projected to spike by 9%, with US crude potentially hitting $73 a barrel, as US-Israel strikes on Iran disrupt the Strait of Hormuz, threatening supply chains and stock markets worldwide.
Investors are shifting toward 'Halo' companies—heavy assets, low obsolescence businesses like energy grids and utilities—as AI-resistant investments, pushing UK and EU stock markets to record levels in early 2026.
City analysts brace for potential oil price spiral as Iran considers attacking Strait of Hormuz following US-Israel strikes, risking global inflation shock.
Flutter Entertainment's stock dropped sharply after the Paddy Power parent company reported disappointing fourth-quarter results and issued softer-than-expected guidance for 2026.
Paramount secures Warner Bros acquisition while Pearson reports profit decline. Rolls-Royce and LSEG announce massive shareholder returns amid market volatility.
Citi's innovative AI-powered trading platform, 'Ropes,' is enhancing London's financial sector by improving efficiency and attracting global talent, positioning the city as a leader in fintech innovation.
The release of the Jeffrey Epstein files has sent shockwaves through global financial markets, exposing high-profile connections and triggering volatility as investors react to the scandal's implications.
Cazenove Capital faces strategic shifts after losing key clients, prompting a review of its wealth management services and future direction in London's competitive financial sector.
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing announces a second consecutive year of record profits, with net profit soaring 36% to HK$17.8bn in 2025, driven by a dramatic rebound in listings and trading activity.