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FTSE 100 Edges Higher as Oil Prices Slip; Miners Lead Gains
UK stocks rose on Friday, snapping a four-day losing streak, buoyed by falling oil prices and easing bond yields. Miners were among the top gainers.
EQUITY | Oct 02, 2026, 11:35 AM UTC
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European Markets Hit Multi-Month Lows on Energy, Yield Surge
European stocks declined significantly on Thursday, pushing several markets to lows not seen in months. This downturn was driven by escalating oil prices and rising bond yields, leading to widespread selling across vario
MACRO | Oct 01, 2026, 05:52 PM UTC
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European Stocks Hit Multi-Month Lows on Bond Yields, Oil Prices
Major European markets fell to multi-month lows on Thursday, driven by elevated bond yields and surging oil prices. Investors reduced commitments ahead of the weekend, despite softer US PCE inflation data easing concerns
EQUITY | Oct 01, 2026, 01:26 PM UTC
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FTSE 100 Hits Three-Month Low Amid Surging Bond Yields
The UK's FTSE 100 index fell 1.48% to 10,448.78 points, reaching a three-month low on Thursday. The broad-based decline was driven by a sharp rise in global bond yields to multi-decade highs, which fueled inflation conce
EQUITY | Oct 01, 2026, 10:37 AM UTC
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FTSE 100 Set to Fall to Levels Not Seen Since June
The U.K.'s FTSE 100 index is on track to decline 1.6%, potentially closing at a level not seen since June, as sliding banks and healthcare stocks drag the index lower. All sectors are experiencing declines.
EQUITY | Oct 01, 2026, 10:35 AM UTC
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A bullish inflection point for UK assets?
A BULLISH INFLECTION POINT FOR UK ASSETS?British Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivered a speech yesterday that Gavekal chief economist Anatole Kaletsky believes could mark a turning point for British assets."It showed an
NEWS | Sep 30, 2026, 12:17 PM UTC
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Oil Surge Weighs On European Markets Despite U.K. GDP Strength
BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - European stocks pared early gains and slipped into negative territory on Wednesday as oil prices rebounded amid continued uncertainty about U.S. and Iran reaching a deal to end their conflict anytime
MACRO | Sep 30, 2026, 12:13 PM UTC
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What to think about in Q4
WHAT TO THINK ABOUT IN Q4Q3 has come and gone, and there's been no shortage of market-moving news, between conflicts, AI, bond market troubles and more. Q4 doesn't look any less busy, with many of these themes continuing
NEWS | Sep 30, 2026, 11:11 AM UTC
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FTSE 100 Edges Higher As Revised GDP Shows Stronger Q2 Growth
BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - U.K. stocks gained some ground in positive territory on Wednesday thanks to stronger-than-expected GDP data. However, the mood remained cautious due the rebound by oil prices amid supply concerns due
MACRO | Sep 30, 2026, 10:52 AM UTC
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MORE BOE FPR: RISKY CREDIT MARKETS, INCLUDING PARTS OF PRIVATE CREDIT, REMAIN VULNERABLE TO A TIGHTENING IN FINANCIAL CONDITIONS
MORE BOE FPR: RISKY CREDIT MARKETS, INCLUDING PARTS OF PRIVATE CREDIT, REMAIN VULNERABLE TO A TIGHTENING IN FINANCIAL CONDITIONS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 30, 2026, 10:31 AM UTC
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FTSE 100 climbs on stronger UK GDP, on track for worst month since March
London's FTSE 100 rose on Wednesday as investors assessed stronger-than-expected GDP data, and was on course for a monthly loss as persistent inflation concerns and rising bond yields dampened sentiment.The blue-chip FTS
MACRO | Sep 30, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC
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MORE BOE FPR: THE RISK OF A SHARPER CORRECTION IN AI EQUITY VALUATIONS PERSISTS, PARTICULARLY IN THE EVENT OF A SHOCK TO EARNINGS EXPECTATIONS
MORE BOE FPR: THE RISK OF A SHARPER CORRECTION IN AI EQUITY VALUATIONS PERSISTS, PARTICULARLY IN THE EVENT OF A SHOCK TO EARNINGS EXPECTATIONS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 30, 2026, 10:28 AM UTC
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BANK OF ENGLAND FINANCIAL POLICY RECORD: THE LIKELIHOOD THAT INTERCONNECTED VULNERABILITIES IN THE FINANCIAL SYSTEM CRYSTALLISE HAS RISEN
BANK OF ENGLAND FINANCIAL POLICY RECORD: THE LIKELIHOOD THAT INTERCONNECTED VULNERABILITIES IN THE FINANCIAL SYSTEM CRYSTALLISE HAS RISEN
NEWS | Sep 30, 2026, 10:28 AM UTC
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MORE BOE FPR: FINANCIAL SYSTEM HAS BEEN SO FAR RESILIENT IN RESPONSE TO INCREASED SOVEREIGN BOND YEILDS, BUT THE RISK OF A SHARP ADJUSTMENT PERSISTS
MORE BOE FPR: FINANCIAL SYSTEM HAS BEEN SO FAR RESILIENT IN RESPONSE TO INCREASED SOVEREIGN BOND YEILDS, BUT THE RISK OF A SHARP ADJUSTMENT PERSISTS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 30, 2026, 10:28 AM UTC
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Before the bell: set to end the month on a high note
BEFORE THE BELL: SET TO END THE MONTH ON A HIGH NOTEEuropean equities are set to open higher on the last day of September, a month that has tested stocks' resilience as the energy-price shock from the Iran war has persis
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 30, 2026, 06:43 AM UTC
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A cruel quarter for bonds
A CRUEL QUARTER FOR BONDSBond markets are staring at a brutal quarter as inflation risks due to the seven-month-long war in the Middle East heighten fears over a worsening of fiscal health across the globe, driving borro
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 30, 2026, 05:56 AM UTC
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MORNING BID EUROPE-A cruel quarter for bonds
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur BanerjeeBond markets are staring at a brutal quarter as inflation risks due to the seven-month-long war in the Middle East heighten fears over a worsening
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 30, 2026, 04:31 AM UTC
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European Markets Fail To Hold Early Gains, Settle Weak
BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT/PARIS (dpa-AFX) - After trading in positive territory for much of the day's trading session, most of the markets in Europe ended weak on Tuesday, hurt by some brisk selling in the final hour.Despite oi
COMMODITIES | Sep 29, 2026, 05:45 PM UTC
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FTSE 100 hits two-week low as energy stocks slide
London's FTSE 100 slipped to a two-week low on Tuesday, dragged down by heavyweight energy stocks as oil prices retreated, while British American Tobacco fell after issuing downbeat guidance.The blue-chip FTSE 100 index
COMMODITIES | Sep 29, 2026, 04:25 PM UTC
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BANK OF ENGLAND EXTERNAL MPC MEMBER CATHERINE MANN AT MCKINSEY PANEL: PERSISTENT ABOVE-TARGET INFLATION IS A PROBLEM FOR CENTRAL BANK CREDIBILITY
BANK OF ENGLAND EXTERNAL MPC MEMBER CATHERINE MANN AT MCKINSEY PANEL: PERSISTENT ABOVE-TARGET INFLATION IS A PROBLEM FOR CENTRAL BANK CREDIBILITY
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:48 PM UTC
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MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: MONETARY POLICY SHOULD NOT REACT MECHANICALLY TO ENERGY PRICES IF MOVEMENTS REMAIN PRIMARILY RELATIVE-PRICE SHOCKS
MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: MONETARY POLICY SHOULD NOT REACT MECHANICALLY TO ENERGY PRICES IF MOVEMENTS REMAIN PRIMARILY RELATIVE-PRICE SHOCKS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:41 PM UTC
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MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: CENTRAL JUDGEMENT MUST BE WHETHER ENERGY PRICE SHOCK EVOLVES INTO A GENERAL INFLATION PROCESS
MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: CENTRAL JUDGEMENT MUST BE WHETHER ENERGY PRICE SHOCK EVOLVES INTO A GENERAL INFLATION PROCESS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:38 PM UTC
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MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: POLICY MAY NEED TO LOOSEN IF ECONOMY EVOLVES AS EXPECTED WITH DEMAND WEAKENING AND DOMESTIC INFLATIONARY PRESSURES ABATING
MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: POLICY MAY NEED TO LOOSEN IF ECONOMY EVOLVES AS EXPECTED WITH DEMAND WEAKENING AND DOMESTIC INFLATIONARY PRESSURES ABATING
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:38 PM UTC
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BANK OF ENGLAND EXTERNAL MPC MEMBER ALAN TAYLOR PREPARED REMARKS TO NIESR: THE CASE FOR FURTHER RATE INCREASES IS NOT COMPELLING TO ME
BANK OF ENGLAND EXTERNAL MPC MEMBER ALAN TAYLOR PREPARED REMARKS TO NIESR: THE CASE FOR FURTHER RATE INCREASES IS NOT COMPELLING TO ME
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:38 PM UTC
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MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: BURDEN OF PROOF FOR ADDITIONAL TIGHTENING SHOULD REST ON EVIDENCE THAT SECOND-ROUND EFFECTS ARE ACTUALLY GAINING TRACTION
MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: BURDEN OF PROOF FOR ADDITIONAL TIGHTENING SHOULD REST ON EVIDENCE THAT SECOND-ROUND EFFECTS ARE ACTUALLY GAINING TRACTION
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:38 PM UTC
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MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: AN UNNECESSARILY RESTRICTIVE STANCE WOULD CARRY COSTS IF DEMAND WEAKENS
MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: AN UNNECESSARILY RESTRICTIVE STANCE WOULD CARRY COSTS IF DEMAND WEAKENS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:38 PM UTC
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MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: POLICY ASSESSMENT WOULD HAVE TO CHANGE IF PRESSURE BUILDS AND SECOND-ROUND EFECTS BEGIN TO GAIN TRACTION
MORE BOE'S TAYLOR: POLICY ASSESSMENT WOULD HAVE TO CHANGE IF PRESSURE BUILDS AND SECOND-ROUND EFECTS BEGIN TO GAIN TRACTION
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 29, 2026, 03:38 PM UTC
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Major European Markets Move Higher As Oil Pares Early Gains
BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - The major European markets gained some ground in positive territory on Tuesday with investors picking up select stocks despite oil prices remaining at elevated levels and bond yields continuing to ho
COMMODITIES | Sep 29, 2026, 12:28 PM UTC
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Europe's STOXX 600 climbs for third day on tech lift
By Sudeshna GhoshalEuropean shares rose on Tuesday, as technology stocks led gains on the back of renewed AI optimism and offset concerns stemming from higher oil prices and bond yields.The pan-European STOXX 600 TVC:SXX
COMMODITIES | Sep 29, 2026, 11:33 AM UTC
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Can the AI boom fix the US budget problem?
CAN THE AI BOOM FIX THE US BUDGET PROBLEM?Concerns about debt dynamics are pushing yields higher, with investors focused on rising borrowing needs, stubborn budget deficits and an ever-growing pile of government debt.Tha
NEWS | Sep 29, 2026, 11:16 AM UTC
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FTSE 100 Modestly Higher As Miners, Pharma Stocks Move Up
BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - The U.K. stock market's benchmark index FTSE 100 climbed higher on Tuesday, led by gains in mining and pharmaceuticals sectors even as the mood remained somewhat cautious amid a lack of progress in U
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 29, 2026, 11:04 AM UTC
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Space stocks: many believers, fewer buyers
SPACE STOCKS: PLENTY OF BELIEVERS, FEWER BUYERSIt still may be early days for space stocks, at least when it comes to investor positioning.After five days of meetings in the United States and Canada, Berenberg found grow
NEWS | Sep 29, 2026, 09:56 AM UTC
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FTSE 100 rises as AstraZeneca lifts healthcare sector
London's FTSE 100 rose on Tuesday, lifted by pharmaceutical stocks after AstraZeneca agreed to take a $2 billion stake in Summit Therapeutics to advance cancer research.The blue-chip FTSE 100 index CURRENCYCOM:UK100 rose
NEWS | Sep 29, 2026, 09:47 AM UTC
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UK shares mixed as pressure from miners, yields offsets homebuilder rally
By Anand Gopal R and Avinash PLondon's FTSE 100 inched lower on Monday as weaker metal prices and rising bond yields kept risk appetite in check, while a rally in homebuilders, after the British government announced an i
EQUITY | Sep 28, 2026, 05:11 PM UTC
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The French debt selloff could slow ECB hikes
THE FRENCH DEBT SELLOFF COULD SLOW ECB HIKESMarket pricing currently sees an October rate hike by the European Central Bank as roughly a coin toss but Citi reckon the recent sharp selloff in French debt could mean the EC
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 11:27 AM UTC
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FTSE 100 Climbs As Realty Stocks Rally On Housing Initiative
BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - The U.K. stock market gained some ground in positive territory Monday morning, thanks to strong gains in some realty stocks after the UK government said it would unveil a schemed to help first-time h
MACRO | Sep 28, 2026, 11:24 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: FOOD PRICES HAVE BEEN BETTER BEHAVED THAN WE EXPECTED; IT WILL BE SOME TIME BEFORE WE SEE EVIDENCE OF SECOND-ROUND EFFECTS
MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: FOOD PRICES HAVE BEEN BETTER BEHAVED THAN WE EXPECTED; IT WILL BE SOME TIME BEFORE WE SEE EVIDENCE OF SECOND-ROUND EFFECTS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 11:08 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: THINGS HAVE CHANGED A. LOT BETWEEN JULY AND SEPTEMBER; I DON'T RULE OUT THINGS CHANGING AGAIN
MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: THINGS HAVE CHANGED A. LOT BETWEEN JULY AND SEPTEMBER; I DON'T RULE OUT THINGS CHANGING AGAIN
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 11:08 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: IT HAS BECOME A MEETING BY MEETING APPROACH IN DETERMINING POLICY
MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: IT HAS BECOME A MEETING BY MEETING APPROACH IN DETERMINING POLICY
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 11:08 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: BANK WILL ANNOUNCE ITS APPROACH TO THE MPC'S QT STRATEGY BY APRIL 2027
MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: BANK WILL ANNOUNCE ITS APPROACH TO THE MPC'S QT STRATEGY BY APRIL 2027
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 10:28 AM UTC
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BOE DEPUTY GOVERNOR DAVE RAMSDEN AT MONEY, MACRO AND FINANCE SOCIETY: BANK RATE BEING AN ACTIVE POLICY TOOL DOES NOT MEAN IS HAS TO CHANGE
BOE DEPUTY GOVERNOR DAVE RAMSDEN AT MONEY, MACRO AND FINANCE SOCIETY: BANK RATE BEING AN ACTIVE POLICY TOOL DOES NOT MEAN IS HAS TO CHANGE
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: THERE COULD BE A CASE FOR INCREASING BANK RATE WERE UPSIDE PRESSURES ON THE INFLATION OUTLOOK CONTINUE TO BUILD
MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: THERE COULD BE A CASE FOR INCREASING BANK RATE WERE UPSIDE PRESSURES ON THE INFLATION OUTLOOK CONTINUE TO BUILD
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: FINANCIAL TIGHTENING HAS HELPED TO LMITED THE POTENTIAL FOR ENERGY SHOCK TO PROPAGATE SECOND-ROUND EFFECTS
MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: FINANCIAL TIGHTENING HAS HELPED TO LMITED THE POTENTIAL FOR ENERGY SHOCK TO PROPAGATE SECOND-ROUND EFFECTS
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: MY VOTES TO HOLD BANK RATE SINCE MARCH HAVE EFFECTIVELY DELIVERED A TIGHTENING RELATIVE TO WHERE I THOUGHT WE WOULD HAVE BEEN
MORE BOE'S RAMSDEN: MY VOTES TO HOLD BANK RATE SINCE MARCH HAVE EFFECTIVELY DELIVERED A TIGHTENING RELATIVE TO WHERE I THOUGHT WE WOULD HAVE BEEN
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC
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UK shares edge up on homebuilder rally; metals weigh
By Anand Gopal R and Avinash PLondon shares advanced on a rally in homebuilders on Monday after the British government announced an incentive scheme for first-time homebuyers, while weaker metal prices capped overall gai
EQUITY | Sep 28, 2026, 10:04 AM UTC
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A new neutral rate, much like a decades-old one
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.It's been a bit of a random walk in Asia so far, with oil and yields up, stocks mixed, gold down and the dollar flat. Oddly, European share futures a
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 28, 2026, 04:30 AM UTC
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European Stocks Rise On Oil Decline, Middle East Peace Hopes
BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT/PARIS (dpa-AFX) - European stocks closed higher on Friday as lower oil prices and bond yields amid renewed hopes about an end to the Middle East conflict and potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
COMMODITIES | Sep 25, 2026, 06:44 PM UTC
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UK shares log weekly gains as banks, miners offset energy drag
London's FTSE was muted on Friday but notched a second consecutive weekly gain, as declines in energy shares from weaker oil prices were offset by gains in banks and miners.The blue-chip FTSE 100 index CURRENCYCOM:UK100
COMMODITIES | Sep 25, 2026, 04:06 PM UTC
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FTSE 100 Edges Higher On Mining, Banking Strength
BRUSSELS (dpa-AFX) - U.K. stock market's benchmark index FTSE 100 was modestly higher a little past noon on Friday, led by gains in mining and banking sectors. Energy stocks shed ground as oil prices retreated amid renew
COMMODITIES | Sep 25, 2026, 12:04 PM UTC
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NY FED PRESIDENT JOHN WILLIAMS, BANK OF ENGLAND GOVERNOR ANDREW BAILEY CONCLUDE PANEL AT OXFORD UNIVERSITY
NY FED PRESIDENT JOHN WILLIAMS, BANK OF ENGLAND GOVERNOR ANDREW BAILEY CONCLUDE PANEL AT OXFORD UNIVERSITY
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 10:28 AM UTC
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UK shares set for weekly gains as oil prices retreat
The main UK stock benchmarks rose on Friday and were set for weekly gains, as a retreat in crude oil prices helped lift risk appetite, with banks and mining shares leading the day's gains.The blue-chip FTSE 100 index CUR
COMMODITIES | Sep 25, 2026, 10:12 AM UTC
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Equities nearing 'boiling point'
EQUITIES NEARING 'BOILING POINT'Equity markets have generally weathered heightened volatility in the bond market pretty well, with global equities EURONEXT:IACWI less than 2% below all-time peaks, even as bond yields hav
NEWS | Sep 25, 2026, 09:53 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WE ARE SEEING QUITE SUBDUED PASS THROUGH OF DIRECT INFLATIONARY PRESSURES AT THE MOMENT
MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WE ARE SEEING QUITE SUBDUED PASS THROUGH OF DIRECT INFLATIONARY PRESSURES AT THE MOMENT
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WHERE YOU GO ON BANK RATE DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU START FROM
MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WHERE YOU GO ON BANK RATE DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU START FROM
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S BAILEY: THE LONGER WE GO ON WITH HIGH ENERGY PRICES, THE HARDER IT GETS TO ASSUME PASS THROUGH WILL REMAIN SUBDUED
MORE BOE'S BAILEY: THE LONGER WE GO ON WITH HIGH ENERGY PRICES, THE HARDER IT GETS TO ASSUME PASS THROUGH WILL REMAIN SUBDUED
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WE DO TAKE MARKET TIGHTENING INTO CONSIDERATION
MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WE DO TAKE MARKET TIGHTENING INTO CONSIDERATION
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S BAILEY: FORWARD GUIDANCE TOOK US FURTHER INTO THE AREA OF UNCONDITIONALITY AND THIS IS A PROBLEM
MORE BOE'S BAILEY: FORWARD GUIDANCE TOOK US FURTHER INTO THE AREA OF UNCONDITIONALITY AND THIS IS A PROBLEM
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S BAILEY: OUR COMMUNICATION CAN NOW BE CONSIDERED THE COLLECTIVE VIEW OF THE MPC
MORE BOE'S BAILEY: OUR COMMUNICATION CAN NOW BE CONSIDERED THE COLLECTIVE VIEW OF THE MPC
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC
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MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WE HAVEN'T DECIDED WHAT TO DO WITH THE FAN CHART YET
MORE BOE'S BAILEY: WE HAVEN'T DECIDED WHAT TO DO WITH THE FAN CHART YET
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:38 AM UTC
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BANK OF ENGLAND GOVERNOR ANDREW BAILEY AT NY FED/OXFORD UNI EVENT: WE HAVE SOME FLEXIBILITY IN THE TIMING OF RETURNING INFLATION TO TARGET
BANK OF ENGLAND GOVERNOR ANDREW BAILEY AT NY FED/OXFORD UNI EVENT: WE HAVE SOME FLEXIBILITY IN THE TIMING OF RETURNING INFLATION TO TARGET
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 25, 2026, 09:31 AM UTC