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Market report: Footsie’s winning streak falters, AstraZeneca commits to US and BP’s ongoing challenges

Susannah Streeter
  • FTSE 100 struggles to cling onto gains in early trade.
  • Trade uncertainty pushes down expectations for energy demand around the world.
  • Mark Carney’s Liberal Party wins the General election in Canada, boosted by deep frustration with Trump’s policies
  • AstraZeneca commits to US investment despite the threat of tariffs.
  • Pressure is likely to mount on BP’s management to turn the ship around, after the energy company missed forecasts.

Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets,...

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The reasons for our money rows, and how to solve them

  • Only 38% of couples say they don’t row about money.
  • The most common topic for money rows is spending (13%), followed by the balance of financial responsibilities (8%), short term planning (6%) and giving money away (5%).
  • When they row, 53% of couples come to a compromise, 21% do whatever they want anyway, 11% put off a decision, 9% say their partner wins and 7% get their own way.
  • Younger people (aged 18-34) are more likely to row about most money subjects. Only 22% never disagree on money...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/29/the-reasons-for-our-money-rows-and-how-to-solve-them/

Market report: Trump’s 100 days, Deliveroo deal and Marks and Spencer cyber chaos

Susannah Streeter
  • FTSE 100 set to trade higher at the start of the week, despite uncertainty surrounding tariffs.
  • Chinese authorities forecast the economy is on track to meet growth targets with more stimulus expected.
  • The 100th day of Trump’s second presidency looms as he stays intent on ripping up rule books.
  • Corporate earnings season set to stay buoyant, but warnings pile up about clouds ahead.
  • Deliveroo share price jumps after takeover bid launched by DoorDash.
  • Marks and Spencer cyber chaos...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/28/market-report-trumps-100-days-deliveroo-deal-and-marks-and-spencer-cyber-chaos/

Market Report: Tech helps stock rally grow some legs amid Trump’s reign of confusion

Derren Nathan,
  • FTSE 100 set to follow global stock gains
  • US stocks post third straight day in the green
  • Rachel Reeves to meet US Treasury Secretary Bessent today
  • Earnings season so far – tech and financials shine, consumer stocks lag
  • UK retail sales unexpectedly rise by 0.4%
  • Alphabet smashes first-quarter forecasts, holds firm on capex guidance
  • Brent crude prices flat at $67 per barrel

Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“The FTSE should see a spring in its step this...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/25/market-report-tech-helps-stock-rally-grow-some-legs-amid-trumps-reign-of-confusion/

Market Report: flat open as investors digest mixed signals on US-China tariffs

Matt Britzman
  • UK flat at the open as investors digest more mixed messages
  • US markets rise as risk appetite improves
  • Nestlé and Unilever both deliver soft sales beats
  • Oil stabilises on China tariff hopes
  • ASOS shows signs of progress, but challenges remain

Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“UK and European markets are taking a breather this morning, with the FTSE 100 flat at the open after a strong showing yesterday. The investing world is back to hanging onto every word...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/24/market-report-flat-open-as-investors-digest-mixed-signals-on-us-china-tariffs/

Market report: Optimism rises amid hopes for reprieve in trade war

Susannah Streeter
  • FTSE 100 set for gains in early trade following talk of a de-escalation in US trade war with China.
  • Gold retreats from record highs after Trump indicates he’s in mood for negotiation.
  • Latest UK government borrowing figures make difficult reading for UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
  • Brent Crude rises amid hopes for slightly higher energy demand, while sanctions could hit supplies.
  • Elon Musk realises he’s got fingers in too many pies and goes part-time in Doge department.

Susannah...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/23/market-report-optimism-rises-amid-hopes-for-reprieve-in-trade-war/

How parents dictate their children’s resilience

  • The higher the level of education your parents had, the more financially resilient you’re likely to be.
  • If your parents were employed when you were growing up, you’re far more likely to be resilient than if they didn’t work.
  • If your parents owned a property with a mortgage when you were a teenager, you’re also likely to be more resilient – and be on track with home ownership.
  • But it doesn’t happen by osmosis – there are key steps to build your child’s resilience.

Figures from the HL Savings &...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/23/how-parents-dictate-their-childrens-resilience/

Trump Tariff turmoil triggers sharp drop in investor confidence among HL clients

  • HL investors’ confidence plummeted across the board in April, with a 35% drop in confidence in North American markets and a 28% drop in the UK.
  • Confidence in UK economic growth also dropped significantly (43%) among HL clients.
  • US and Global tracker funds remain popular, while investors have preferred to stick to the familiar stalwarts of the investment trust world.
  • The Investor Confidence Index is compiled by surveying HL clients on a monthly basis. This month’s survey was open 1-8 April.

Vict...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/22/trump-tariff-turmoil-triggers-sharp-drop-in-investor-confidence-among-hl-clients/

Six financial planning opportunities when markets are down

Sarah Coles
  1. Pay in a lump sum to cash in on the recovery.
  2. Use the Lifetime ISA or pension to magnify your contributions.
  3. Make your savings regular so you stay on track without having to make yourself do it.
  4. Use the chance to protect more of your investments through Share Exchange (Bed and ISA).
  5. Use the opportunity to rebalance your portfolio – without worrying  about tax.
  6. If you make losses, you can carry them forward.

Sarah Coles, head of personal finance, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“Market downturns...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/22/six-financial-planning-opportunities-when-markets-are-down/

Market Report: No Easter surprise for equity markets as investors flock to safe haven assets

  • European markets open lower after the Easter break
  • US markets bled red from the opening bell
  • Gold reaches record high as investors flocked to safe haven assets
  • Oil bounces, but rally is running on fumes

Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“There was no Easter surprise for European markets, opening with a cautious note this morning, taking cues from the broad risk-off sentiment spreading around the globe. In a similar fashion, the FTSE 100 has opened flat after ending last...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/22/market-report-no-easter-surprise-for-equity-markets-as-investors-flock-to-safe-haven-assets/

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