Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE 100 opened down around 50 points this morning as the diplomatic impasse in the Middle East overshadows resilient earnings news. Sainsbury’s is…
Aarin Chiekrie, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: The FTSE 100 has opened higher this morning, supported by news of a significant reduction in public borrowing and a surge in January retail sales. For context, the UK government…
Aarin Chiekrie, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: The FTSE 100 opened marginally down this morning, but there was little in the way of big UK stock news to nudge it in either direction.…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE has opened down this morning. Central bank policy and commentary could provide some direction later on, with rate decisions due from both…
Aarin Chiekrie, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: The FTSE 100 opened marginally down this morning, but there was little in the way of big UK stock news to nudge it in either direction.…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “In a light day of economic data points and earnings reports, the FTSE 100 has taken its cues from overseas markets with nearly a…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE 100 has taken a pause this morning after reaching a record close of 10,184.35 points on Wednesday. The mining sector has had…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Equity markets are continuing to thrive in 2026 in the face of mounting geopolitical tension. After a tentative open, the FTSE remains…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE is down this morning after a small gain yesterday. The Bank of England cut rates as expected, but with the decision only…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE is holding its head above water this morning after a weak session on Friday. This also follows a mixed start to the…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The FTSE 100 is once again showcasing its merits as an attractive venue for investors seeking stability. It’s flat at today’s open, barely changed…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “There are few tricks or treats expected to drive markets today with corporate reporting largely taking a mid-earnings season breather, and scheduled…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “The quiet start to September continues with the FTSE 100 down a touch this morning after Monday’s tepid session. Trading on the continent has…
Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown: “FTSE 100 futures are pointing slightly upwards this morning, mirroring optimism on continental stock exchanges. European shares are largely holding onto yesterday’s gains,…