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The current market environment has been a near “perfect storm” scenario for the types of stocks in the FTSE index holds!

If there is one positive from Russia's attack on Ukraine, it has been how Putin's needless act of aggression has managed to unite a previously fragmented association of countries and their people into a global coalition fighting for Ukraine.

Whilst European futures have opened lower, US futures indices are posting gains which provides a glimmer of hope for the bull camp.

Whether the FTSE can tap that level today remains to be seen, but we can say the 2020 high is within a day’s average daily range away.

Weak data form Japan sent the yen broadly lower which could bode well for some breakouts. And the FTSE is within striking distance of hitting a new YTD.

The FTSE100 closed yesterday at its highest level since the pandemic began - where will the widely-followed index go next?

The UK government could be about to trigger Plan B and unleash a new wave of restrictions. We look at how markets are responding and explain how to prepare.

Far exceeding original estimates, Japan’s ¥56 trillion package will be its highest on record if approved.

FTSE rebounds led higher by travel stock as the transatlantic route is set to re-open. WTI finds support from tight US supply and looks to API data later.

Justin Trudeau is on track to win a third term, although it remains unclear whether the Liberals can form a majority government.

Bears controlled the overnight session ahead of a busy week of central bank meetings and economic data, as China’s second largest property group fell nearly 20%.

The Swissy (USD/CHF) enjoyed its most bullish day in 3-month yesterday, and just the June high stands in its way of an extended run (if consumer sentiment allows).

The FTSE 100 is one of the most globally recognised indices, listing 100 of the UK’s largest companies. As the economy recovers from the pandemic, investors are identifying many trading opportunities in these stocks. So, what are FTSE 100 stocks and how can you trade them?

When we talk about expensive shares, it’s names like Amazon, Apple and Tesla that are often thrown around. However, the most highly priced shares in the world might just surprise you! Take a look at the most expensive shares per region.

FTSE extends losses bringing key support into focus. WTI oil looks to EIA stock pile data

A slew of data for China missed the mark to send equity markets across the region low, and send inflows into the Japanese yen as a safety play.

FTSE edges higher after steep losses last week. EURUSD trades under pressure as US inflation concerns & German election fears loom.