FTSE 100 finds its mojo to notch up best winning streak since early 2017

Susannah Streeter

Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets, Hargreaves Lansdown:

‘’FTSE 100 has found its mojo to notch up best winning streak since January 2017. The Trump trade shock has subsided and with tariffs on the back burner for now, optimism is pulsing through the markets, helped by a raft of corporate results surprising on the upside. The top gainers are a mixed bag, demonstrating how the new-found confidence is lifting multiple sectors. The Footsie surged in the last hour of...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/29/ftse-100-finds-its-mojo-to-notch-up-best-winning-streak-since-early-2017/

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,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/29/market-report-footsies-winning-streak-falters-astrazeneca-commits-to-us-and-bps-ongoing-challenges/

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/

NEW Report: Our Ocean Conference delivers $133 billion for Ocean Action

Urgent Challenges Remain to Meet Global Deadlines in a Pivotal Year for the Ocean – Including High Seas Treaty and 30×30

BUSAN, Korea – April 29, 2025

The Our Ocean Conference (OOC) has mobilized $133 billion in funding for ocean action over the past decade, according to a new report launched today by World Resources Institute (WRI) to mark the conference’s 10th anniversary.

However, the report also underscores the urgent need for greater ambition, especially in light of key global ocean targets,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/28/new-report-our-ocean-conference-delivers-133-billion-for-ocean-action/

Southampton International Boat Show returns with a bold new vision

Get ready for the 56th edition of the Southampton International Boat Show, which returns to Mayflower Park from Friday, 19 to Sunday, 28 September 2025.

The UK’s largest celebration of boating and watersports is undergoing an exciting transformation this year, featuring a brand-new layout with a new entrance on Mayflower Park, new attractions, and an expanded line-up of exhilarating on and off-water experiences.

Whether you’re a curious newcomer, a seasoned water sports enthusiast, or a serious...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/28/southampton-international-boat-show-returns-with-a-bold-new-vision/

Veson Nautical: Potential US port fees may disrupt dry bulk trade and vessel availability

Mikkel Nordberg

Chinese-built vessels accounted for 45% of dry-bulk US port calls in the first quarter of 2025

by Mikkel Nordberg

Recent discussions on tariffs have largely overlooked the potential implementation of the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR)’s port fees on Chinese-built vessels. The current US administration is considering an additional port fee for Chinese-built vessels entering US ports to curb China’s dominance in shipbuilding. This fee, which could reach up to...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/28/veson-nautical-potential-us-port-fees-may-disrupt-dry-bulk-trade-and-vessel-availability/

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/

New S&P Global Report: Liner Shipping Supports $1.1 Trillion in U.S. GDP and 6.4 Million American Jobs

Washington, D.C., April 28 2025 – New analysis from S&P Global, released today by the World Shipping Council, highlights the critical role of the liner shipping industry in the U.S. economy.

The report independently quantifies the annual impact of the liner shipping industry – across key metrics including GDP contribution, employment, wages, sales activity, and government revenues.

Key findings from the report show that liner shipping (container and vehicle carriers):

  • Supports 6.4 million U.S....

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/28/new-sp-global-report-liner-shipping-supports-1-1-trillion-in-u-s-gdp-and-6-4-million-american-jobs/