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Wednesday preview: US CPI, ECB's Lagarde in the spotlight
Financial markets' focus in the middle of the week will be on a reading for US consumer prices.
US close: Markets finish higher as investors cheer vaccine roll-out
Wall Street's main market gauges closed in the green on Tuesday, as investors cheered positive news regarding the roll-out of Covid-19 vaccines in the US, and in growing anticipation of further economic stimulus.
Europe close: Covid-19 worries continue to drag on sentiment
European shares slipped on Tuesday as continuing concerns about the Covid pandemic and poor UK retail sales put the brakes on sentiment.
Director dealings: Central Asia Metals executive reduces stake
Central Asia Metals executive Robert Cathery and people closely associated with him sold stock in the Kazhakstan and Northern Macedonia-focused copper, zinc and lead producer.
Volkswagen recalls 56,000 Golfs to fix software problems
Volkswagen has recalled 56,000 model Golf 8 cars to fix software problems affecting the infotainment system and reversing camera, the company said on Tuesday.
UK government announces sanctions against Xinjiang over human rights violations
UK Foreign Secretary, Dominic Raab, announced a package of measures on Tuesday aimed at ensuring that British organisations are not complicit in the human rights violations taking place in the Chinese region of Xinjiang.
Bestway family considers £700m bid for IDH takeover
The conglomerate Bestway, owned by the Choudrey family, is considering a surprise £700m takeover of one of Britain’s largest dentistry chains IDH.
London close: Stocks finish lower after dire retail sales data
London stocks closed in negative territory on Tuesday, amid ongoing concerns about the Covid-19 pandemic and the potential for tighter restrictions, as investors digested dire UK retail sales figures.
US open: Investors cheered by pick up in pace of vaccinations
Wall Street's main market gauges were slightly as investors cheered positive news regarding the roll-out of Covid-19 vaccines in the US and in growing anticipation of further economic stimulus.
FTSE 250 movers: Playtech rallies; Games Workshop loses ground
London’s FTSE 250 was flat 20,784. 13 in afternoon trade on Tuesday.
US pre-open: Wall Street set for higher open led by gains in tech space
Equity futures on Wall Street are pointing higher with investor appetite supported by expectations for further economic stimulus and more positive updates regarding the speed at which vaccines are being rolled out, mainly in developed countries.
Distil reports continues strong progress in third quarter
Distil report continued strong progress through its third quarter on Tuesday, and announced the launch of a “new-to-world” botanical vodka brand.
Broker tips: UK lenders, Clarkson, UK Asset managers
Barclays' analysts sounded a relatively confident note on the outlook for the main UK lenders despite the added uncertainty from renewed Covid-19 restrictions.
Barclays ups target prices for UK lenders, 'cautious' on HSBC and StanChart
Barclays' analysts sounded a relatively confident note on the outlook for the main UK lenders despite the added uncertainty from renewed Covid-19 restrictions.
Vimto brand underpins 2020 performance for Nichols
Soft drinks company Nichols updated the market on its trading for 2020 on Tuesday, reporting that during the year, its Vimto brand achieved “strong growth” in the UK, while its International business performed well.
Restore buys Runcorn-based Computer Disposals
Document management, relocation and technology recycling company Restore has acquired the Runcorn-based tech recycling and asset disposition company Computer Disposals (CDL), it announced on Tuesday.
Moderna Covid-19 jab should provide at least one year of protection
Moderna's jab against Covid-19 should provide protection from Covid-19 for at least one year.
Edinburgh Woollen Mill rescue deal agreed
A deal to secure the future of Edinburgh Woollen Mill has been agreed, in a move that will save more than 1,300 jobs.
FTSE 100 movers: IAG flies higher; Fresnillo loses its shine
London’s FTSE 100 was down 0. 6% at 6,754. 66 in afternoon trade on Tuesday amid ongoing concerns about Covid-19 and following weak retail sales data.
Curtis Banks hails robust performance despite Covid disruption
Pensions specialist Curtis Banks Group said it enjoyed strong trading during 2020, despite the impact of Covid-19.