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What's boosting the FTSE? London blue-chip index climbs above 8,000

In early trade on Tuesday 2 April, the FTSE 100 index in the UK broke through the 8,000 level, setting a new record at 8,015.60.

Markets

Market loser? Harsh truth for Trump as social media stock plummets

Less than a week after a flashy stock market debut, Donald Trump's social media company disclosed on Monday that it lost nearly $58.2 million (around €54m) last year, sending its stock tumbling more than 21%.

Economy

Market Round-Up: Best quarter in a year for European markets

Global stock markets remained on an upbeat trajectory in March, with the European stock markets particularly robust in the first quarter. Banking and Energy stocks shone, outpacing the technology sector in March.

Markets

European stocks set to mine the most as copper prices soar

Soaring copper prices are driving market optimism with analysts predicting further price increases. Goldman Sachs is forecasting a 40% increase by mid-2025. Euronews Business looks at the stocks which could benefit.

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Economy

Markets Report: A look forward to the week ahead

Investors will this week delve into additional indicators shedding light on the inflation trajectory for major economies, amidst the backdrop of stock markets potentially heading for a fifth consecutive month of gains.

Economy

Why the Swiss central bank made a surprise cut to its key interest

The Swiss National Bank (SNB) said on Thursday it is trimming its key interest rate, a surprise move that makes Switzerland the first major financial centre to announce a cut in recent months.

Economy

Fed clears path for rate cuts: Powell lifts stocks and gold higher

The Federal Reserve has set the stage for interest rate cuts later this year, indicating a shift from its long-standing restrictive policy. March's FOMC meeting kept rates stable but hinted at three cuts in 2024. The projection spiked investor confidence, pushing the S&P 500 and gold to record highs

Business

Up to 16 million pet owners likely overcharged at the vet in the UK

Large corporate groups, concentrated local markets and lack of proper information may lead to weakened competition and pet owners being overcharged for their animals' medicine, the UK competition authority warns.

Economy

Where in Europe are people investing in crypto the most?

Most cryptocurrencies have started 2024 off on the right foot. Check out where in Europe people are embracing crypto the most.

Markets

OPEC+ oil giants extend oil output cuts amid economic uncertainty

Russia is among the countries announcing cut extension, announcing an additional voluntary reduction of 471,000 barrels per day for the second quarter.

Markets

The Week Spotlight: ECB rate decision takes centre stage

Euronews Business provides a roundup of what to look out for in the markets this week.

Markets

Puma stock slides as German sports brand announces €100m share buyback

The buyback programme will launch in March and last for a year, ending in May 2025.

Markets

Stocks mixed as Bitcoin jumps over $60,000 for first time since 2021

World shares were mixed on Thursday after a lacklustre day on Wall Street, where selling of technology stocks pulled benchmarks lower - and as Bitcoin jumped above $60,000 for the first time since 2021.

Markets

Record high European stocks: A time for confidence or caution?

European stocks have soared to record highs, sparking investor debates on whether to seize the momentum or secure gains amid economic uncertainties.

Markets

Markets week ahead: All eyes on eurozone inflation

Major economies are releasing their manufacturing PMI and CPI data for February this week, as they continue to grapple with inflation.

Markets

Rolls-Royce stock rises 7% as company swings to pre-tax profit

Shares in Rolls-Royce Holdings climbed around 7% on Thursday morning after the company reported a pre-tax profit on surging revenue and cost savings.

Markets

Nvidia shatters expectations: Revenue up 265% as AI demand continues

Nvidia's earnings report exceeded forecasts, with a 22% quarterly and 265% yearly revenue spike to $22.1 billion (€20.46 billion) on the heels of AI-driven growth, driving shares up by 7% post-announcement.

Business

EasyJet to make FTSE 100 comeback, replacing Endeavour Mining

British airline EasyJet is set to return to the UK's famed FTSE index after a rocky pandemic period.

Markets

European gas prices plummet: Is the energy crisis finally over?

The Dutch TTF benchmark for European gas prices has seen a significant drop in February 2024, falling below €25/megawatt-hour (MWh), reaching levels last seen during the summer and marking a steep decline of over 50% compared to the same period a year ago.

Markets

Lyft shares rocket 62% over a typo in the company's earnings release

Lyft shares jumped 62% after the closing bell on Tuesday thanks in part to a typo in the ride-hailing company’s earnings release that appears to have sent investors' auto-trading algorithms - or “bots” - into a buying frenzy.