FTSE 100 Edges Higher As Coronavirus-led Restrictions Ease
The benchmark FTSE 100 was up 67 points, or 1.16 percent, at 5,820 after closing 0.2 percent lower on Monday. Budget airline Ryanair Holdings rose …
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Coronavirus: Victims lose thousands to fake puppy and kitten sales
Some animal lovers hoping to buy pets during the coronavirus lockdown are being exploited by fraudsters.
Shorting Costs and Exploitation of Stock Anomalies [PREMIUM]
Do anomaly portfolios that are long (short) the tenth, or decile, of stocks with the highest (lowest) expected value-weighted returns based on some firm accounting variable or stock behavior really work on a net basis? In the May 2019 version of their …
EUR/USD Hit as Germany Rules That ECB Actions are Against EU Treaty
German Judges dismisses complaints against ECB QE, however, rules that some actions are against EU Treaty.
World shares climb on oil price gain, Wall Street rebound
Britain’s FTSE 100 advanced 1.2% to 5,820.09. Wall Street looked poised to extend gains, with the future for the S&P 500 up 0.8% and the future for …
SIF Folio: Why nine months could be the optimum holding period
Before I get started, I’d just like to point you towards Jack Brumby’s piece from last week, which covers three potential recovery plays. Jack also included two charts which contrast Google search levels for “corona” with the performance of the FTSE Al…
Bearish investors jump into short ETFs – that may not be a good idea
So for example, if the FTSE 100 fell by 2% it would provide a return of 4%. Teodor Dilov, a fund analyst at interactive investor, however, argues that …
German court criticises European Central Bank crisis bond-buying
Constitutional court ruling does not directly affect the European Central Bank’s coronavirus aid.
Vue Cinemas hoping for mid-July reopening
The boss of one of Britain’s biggest chains says cinemas can control social distancing.
FTSE 100 Rebound Capped At 50-Day Moving Average
FTSE 100 index started the day higher helped by the positive finish in Wall Street after the morning losses. Investors sentiment improves as more …
Coronavirus: UK economy ‘set for deepest downturn ‘in memory’
A closely watched survey confirms that the service sector contracted at a record pace last month.
FTSE 100 loses a bit of shine after services PMI for April
FTSE 100 index gains 86 points; Service PMI slumped to 13.4 in April from 34.5 in March; Around 79% of PMI survey respondents reported a drop in …
FTSE 100 sees gains pared
The FTSE 100 was up 108 points (1.9%) at 5,863, just a handful of points below its high point for the day. Cruise ships operator Carnival PLC …
FTSE 100 holding on to triple-digit gain
"The worst part of the pandemic may be approaching its end,” said Connor Campbell at Spreadex. GetBusy Plc -. FTSE 100 index gains 101points …
Gold Price Struggles as Risk Assets Begin to Shine, Trading Range Tightens
The price of gold is back under $1,700/oz. as markets switch their attention to riskier asset classes. A bid for gold however remains as central banks keep pumping cash into the system.
FTSE up strongly on increasing optimism as more economies plan to open up
London’s FTSE 100 opened up 1.6% to 5,842 points following a strong finish on Wall Street led by big technology names as well as optimistic …
British Pound (GBP) Latest: GBP/USD Boosted by Lockdown Hopes
GBP/USD is edging higher as risk assets rise on hopes that the Covid-19 lockdowns will be eased soon in more countries, but caution is called for ahead of Thursday’s Bank of England policy meeting.
I’d buy these shares in May regardless of what the stock market does
What’s to like about the £65bn FTSE 100 company are its roster of market-leading brands, the global reach and its balance sheet strength. Growth into …
FTSE 100, DAX and Dow rebound from key support
FTSE 100, DAX and Dow push higher, yet overbought signals point towards a potential easing of this rally before long. FTSE board Source: …
FTSE 100 makes positive as traders spy light at the end of the lockdown tunnel; bargain hunters …
The FTSE 100 got off to a rip-roaring start amid UK preparations to exit the coronavirus pandemic lockdown. The index of UK shares opened 96 points …
Europe: Stocks rebound at open
London’s benchmark FTSE 100 index of leading blue-chip companies advanced 1.6 per cent compared with the closing level on Monday to stand at …
Gold’s Gym files for bankruptcy protection
The global gym chain was made famous by the 1977 docudrama Pumping Iron with Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Coronavirus: ‘Travel bubble’ plan to help kick-start flights
Australia and New Zealand plan an unrestricted travel corridor which could be extended to other countries.
Euro at Risk as German Court Weighs ECB QE Program
The Euro is at risk as Germany’s constitutional court weighs on the ECB’s QE effort. If it rules against the central bank, the single currency may suffer alongside broader risk appetite.
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Australian Dollar Steady, RBA Leaves Rates On Hold As Expected
The Australian Dollar was well prepared for the RBA’s May rate call which leaves the Official Cash Rate at 0.25%. The central bank acknowledged an ongoing economic threat from coronavirus but point…
Coronavirus: UK car sales plunge to lowest level since 1946
Motor industry records only a few thousand registrations as Covid-19 outbreak keeps buyers at home.
Gold Prices Down As Many Countries Weigh Covid Lockdown Rollback
Gold prices fell victim to better overall risk appetite as the prospect of a return to economic life gave investors heart. However, uncertainties remain and the market looks well supported.
CEOs cutting salaries is mostly a ‘publicity stunt’
High-profile chief executives are taking pay cuts during the downturn but could still be better off.
FTSE 100 (UKX) Down 0.16%, Crosses 20 Day Moving Average; in a Downtrend Over Past 90 Days
FTSE 100 is down 0.16% ($9.28) since the previous day, marking the 3rd day in a row a decrease has occurred. Out of the 8 instruments in the 8 major …
