^FTSE - FTSE 100
| Previous close | 7,344.67 |
| Open | 7,344.67 |
| Volume | 0 |
| Day's range | 7,318.23 - 7,380.29 |
| 52-week range | 6,536.50 - 7,727.50 |
| Avg. volume | 706,999,159 |
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Forget the National Lottery: I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks in a Lifetime ISA to retire early
I think that now could be the right time to capitalise on undervalued FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares through a Lifetime ISA.
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How you can double your State pension by investing £10 per week in FTSE 250 shares
The FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) could offer the chance to boost your retirement income.
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Thinking of opening a Cash ISA? Here’s why I’d rather buy FTSE 100 stocks today
The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could have a greater positive impact on your financial future than a Cash ISA in my opinion.
- FX Empire
The Week Ahead – Brexit, the BoE and the FED are in Focus
It’s a big week ahead for the markets. The FED, the BoE and Brexit are in focus, with stats and chatter on trade also needing some attention.
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Buy-to-let profits have slumped to just £2k! I’d rather invest in FTSE 100 stocks
Landlord profits are sinking at the moment. Why waste your time here? Royston Wild explains why buying into the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) is a better way to use your cash.
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The State Pension age is rising. I’d invest in FTSE 100 dividend shares to beat it
I think the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) could prove to be a sound means of building a nest egg in order to enjoy a more financially-free retirement.
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Stop saving and start buying FTSE 100 stocks in a Lifetime ISA: a plan to retire early
I think that a Lifetime ISA could provide a significant boost to your retirement plans when used to buy FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares.
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Stop saving and start buying FTSE 100 dividend stocks: how I’d aim to make £1m
I think that the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) offers the chance to generate higher returns than cash over the long run.
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Pro-Brexit Wetherspoon boss tells Boris: Don't break law for no-deal Brexit
Tim Martin said the prime minister shouldn't break law requiring him to write to the EU 'but he should try and leave.'
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London Stock Exchange rejects £32bn Hong Kong takeover bid
The board said the takeover proposal has 'fundamental flaws' and unanimously rejected the bid.
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What to Watch: ECB backlash, Wetherspoons, SSE sells household business
A daily overview of the top business, market, and economic stories to watch in the UK, Europe, and abroad.
- Reuters - UK Focus
UPDATE 1-Brexit: Credit Suisse bullish on UK equities as no-deal chances fade
Credit Suisse has turned bullish on UK stocks, especially those with international exposure, as the chances of the country crashing out of the European Union fall and some equities look cheap compared with foreign counterparts, it said on Friday. Credit Suisse is the first major bank to change its view on UK equities amid rising hopes the country will avoid a no-deal Brexit on Oct. 31 after Prime Minister Boris Johnson's hardline stance suffered a series of defeats in recent weeks. Since Johnson won the top job in July, Britain's Brexit crisis has spun more furiously, leaving investors and allies bewildered by an array of decisions that have pushed the once stable political system to its limits.
- Reuters - UK Focus
UPDATE 2-Brexit optimism breathes life into UK-focussed stocks
UK stocks ended Friday on a high note as optimism that a no-deal Brexit could be avoided spurred a rally in stocks with domestic exposure, overpowering losses in blue-chip exporter stocks that were hit by a stronger sterling. The FTSE 100 rose 0.3%, with homebuilder Barratt jumping nearly 6% to top the gainers. The country's big banks Lloyds, Royal Bank of Scotland and Barclays added more than 5%.
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The Shell share price vs the FTSE 100: which is the better buy?
Royal Dutch Shell Plc Class B (LON:RDSB) is a dividend champion, but the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) might be a better buy argues this Fool.
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Twitter's UK profit jumps — but tax bill falls
Twitter’s UK tax bill fell from £2.4m in 2017 to just £41,000 last year, due to deferred credits and employee share awards.
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SSE sells household supply business to rival Ovo for £500m
SSE, one of the UK’s big-six energy providers, agreed to sell its lagging household supply business to smaller rival Ovo Group.
- Reuters
Brexit optimism breathes life into UK-focussed stocks
The FTSE 100 rose 0.3%, with homebuilder Barratt jumping nearly 6% to top the gainers. The country's big banks Lloyds , Royal Bank of Scotland and Barclays added more than 5%. A surge in the pound was triggered by a media report that Northern Ireland's largest political party had agreed to accept some European Union rules after Brexit.
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Wetherspoons boss attacks 'Oxbridge' Remainers for 'frustrating' Brexit as sales rise
Tim Martin criticised 21 rebel Tory MPs who voted against the government to block a no deal Brexit.
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Ex-Barclays innovation head: There's 'opportunity to re-think value'
Kirsty Rutter, who left the bank in May, said company valuations should take into account environmental and social impact.
- Reuters - UK Focus
LIVE MARKETS-ECB round-up: Lower for longer, or ever?
* Euro zone stocks hit highest since July 25 after ECB rate cut, restarts QE * STOXXE benchmark now up 0.6% * Euro zone banks fall 0.3% as tiering euphoria fades * Morrison up on results, AB Inbev gains on unit IPO plan * European stocks also boosted briefly by positive report on U.S.-China trade Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of European equity markets brought to you by Reuters stocks reporters and anchored today by Danilo Masoni. Reach him on Messenger to share your thoughts on market moves: rm://danilo.masoni.thomsonreuters.com@reuters.net ECB ROUND-UP: LOWER FOR LONGER, OR EVER?
- Reuters - UK Focus
LIVE MARKETS-Why Italian banks are outperforming: it's the spread baby!
* Euro zone stocks hit highest since July 25 after ECB rate cut, restarts QE * STOXXE benchmark now up 0.4% * Euro zone banks fall 0.2% as tiering euphoria fades * Morrison up on results, AB Inbev gains on unit IPO plan * European stocks also boosted briefly by positive report on U.S.-China trade Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of European equity markets brought to you by Reuters stocks reporters and anchored today by Danilo Masoni. Reach him on Messenger to share your thoughts on market moves: rm://danilo.masoni.thomsonreuters.com@reuters.net WHY ITALIAN BANKS ARE OUTPERFORMING: IT'S THE SPREAD BABY! (1514 GMT) Italian banks are once again moving out of synch compared to their European peers which are having a rollercoaster session as the market digests measures to help the sector to limit the damage from negative interest rates.
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Why I’d diversify my portfolio as a Corbyn-led government could especially impact private landlords
Diversification with a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) tracker fund may help protect your portfolio under a new prime minister.
- FX Empire
Global Markets Rise On Trade Thaw, ECB Cuts Rates And Buys Bonds, Hong Kong Down On LSE Deal Scrutiny
Global markets rise on trade hopes and stimulus plans, the S&P; 500 is striking distance from new all-time highs.
- Reuters - UK Focus
LIVE MARKETS-Mixed reaction to ECB
* STOXX 600 hits highest since July 29 * ECB unveils rate cut, restarts QE * Euro-zone benchmark up 0.5% * EZ banks nearly flat after jumping 1.7% * Trade war hopes lift Asian shares * Morrison up on results, AB Inbev gains on unit IPO plan Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of European equity markets brought to you by Reuters stocks reporters and anchored today by Danilo Masoni. Reach him on Messenger to share your thoughts on market moves: rm://danilo.masoni.thomsonreuters.com@reuters.net MIXED REACTION TO ECB (1310 GMT) ECB's Draghi has delivered it ... sort of. A 10 bps rate cut, new round of bond purchases and tiered deposit rates were the highlights of today's ECB monetary policy statement.
