Category : Stock Markets


Women turning away from investing - new research

Financial journalist Iona Bain reveals why women are pausing investments amid life pressures. New eToro research shows £678bn gender investment gap. Discover the real reasons behind this trend.

LSEG Bids for UK Digital Gilt Contract

London Stock Exchange Group enters race for UK's digital gilt settlement contract, marking significant blockchain adoption in financial markets. Discover the implications.

Polar Capital earnings surge 21% amid AI boom

London asset manager Polar Capital reports £27.9m profit as AI investments drive record assets. Discover how tech exposure boosted performance despite market bubble fears.

US Markets Struggle as Tech Stocks Decline

US markets face significant pressure as technology stocks lead declines. The Nasdaq falls sharply while Federal Reserve uncertainty continues to impact investor sentiment. Discover the full market analysis.

Banks Head for $250bn Trading Windfall in 2024

Global investment banks are heading for their best trading year since the financial crisis, with revenues potentially reaching $250bn. Discover what's driving this unprecedented surge.

WH Ireland and Team in £20m Merger Talks

London-listed wealth managers WH Ireland and Team are in advanced all-share merger discussions, a deal that could create a combined entity with over £1.8bn in assets. Discover the implications for the UK financial sector.

Brits insist on cash safety net before investing

New research shows 87% of Brits require substantial cash savings before investing, as Treasury considers cutting cash ISA allowance. Discover how this impacts financial security.

SoftBank sells $5.8bn Nvidia stake for OpenAI

Japanese tech investor SoftBank sells its Nvidia stake for $5.8bn, redirecting funds into OpenAI. The move sparks a tech stock dip and fuels AI bubble concerns. Read the full analysis.

ESG Firms Fell Twice as Much as FTSE 100

UK firms with high ESG ratings fell twice as much as the FTSE 100 in 2024, a new report reveals, questioning the cost and performance of sustainable investing.

Oxford Instruments shares surge despite profit decline

Oxford Instruments shares jumped nearly 10% as the FTSE 250 firm recovered from early-year disruption. Revenue fell 7.9% to £185.5m, but strong order momentum and semiconductor sales boosted investor confidence.

Princes shares jump as boss eyes M&A spree

Princes Group shares surged nearly 5% as CEO Simon Harrison announced plans for acquisitions following their London Stock Exchange listing. Pre-tax earnings jumped 51% to £111.1m. Discover the full story.

LSEG Trims 3,000 Engineers in Tech Revamp

London Stock Exchange Group announces 3,000 job cuts as part of digital transformation strategy. Discover how this restructuring will reshape the financial giant's future operations.

City Executives Plan New London Stock Exchange

Senior City figures are developing a new London stock market to rival the LSE. Discover how this ambitious plan aims to revitalise UK capital markets and attract global investors.

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