Recession, rates and growth: Three things today’s GDP figures tell us about the health of the UK economy October 12, 2023 Although the UK economy returned to growth in August, a recession may still be on the cards.
GDP: Strong services sector sees UK economy return to growth in August October 12, 2023 The UK economy matched expectations in August, with GDP edging up 0.2 per cent
London Stock Exchange: Why it’s not all doom and gloom for the City’s embattled bourse October 12, 2023 The London Stock Exchange has shown signs of life as new figures showed the capital topped European rivals in terms of cash raised by listed companies.
Interest rates: Wholesale inflation in US rises ahead of crucial consumer price data tomorrow October 11, 2023 US wholesale prices rose last month at the fastest pace since April, suggesting that inflationary pressures remain despite a year-and-a-half of higher interest rates.
FTSE 100 close: Next falls on reports of Fatface deal as London markets slip into the red October 11, 2023 London's FTSE indexes were treading water early on Wednesday after yesterday's rally with investors nervy ahead of key US inflation data tomorrow.
Cost of government debt falls as investors seek out a safe haven and rein in rate expectations October 10, 2023 The recent sell-off in government debt has eased slightly as investors reined in their expectations for how high interests would have to go following comments from Fed officials yesterday.
FTSE 100 close: London rises on Fed official’s comments amid Israel-Gaza uncertainty October 10, 2023 London’s FTSE 100 index soared as markets reacted well to comments by a top official at the Federal Reserve, despite ongoing uncertainty looming due to the war with Israel and Gaza. The capital’s premier bluechip index closed 1.82 per cent higher at 7,628.21, lifted by Ocado, Anglo American and Flutter. Down the most since March, [...]
Slowing finance and tech hiring leaves mark on recruiter’s balance sheet October 10, 2023 An unhealthy hiring market has seen UK revenue dip over the summer at recruiter Robert Walters.
FTSE 100 close: Markets muted as airlines are hit by Israel conflict October 9, 2023 London's FTSE markets were muted on Monday as investors grappled with the implications of the surprise attack launched on Israel by Hamas.
Peer2Peer Finance News rebrands to Alternative Credit Investor October 9, 2023 | Sponsored Peer2Peer Finance News magazine has rebranded to Alternative Credit Investor The world’s leading resource on peer-to-peer lending has attracted a loyal audience of investors and credit industry professionals over the past seven years, and will be expanding its coverage to cover the wider alternative debt space. “While we’re really proud of the Peer2Peer Finance News brand and what [...]