Stock Markets

Market Report: FTSE set to fall despite better-than-expected retail sales

  • FTSE set to fall at the open
  • UK retail sales boosted by demand for gold
  • US futures stock point down
  • US inflation and consumer sentiment in focus today
  • Brent Crude at close to $74

Derren Nathan, head of equity research Hargreaves Lansdown:

“FTSE futures suggest the index is set to open down, and will start Friday a touch below the level at which it entered the week. UK investors should take some comfort from this morning’s retail sales figures which unexpectedly rose for a second consecutive...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/28/market-report-ftse-set-to-fall-despite-better-than-expected-retail-sales/

Market Report: FTSE an island of calm in volatile markets

Derren Nathan
  • FTSE rises despite cut to UK growth forecast.
  • Tech stocks weigh on US indices.
  • NVIDIA and Tesla lead the sell-off.
  • Trump auto tariffs hit Asian and European stocks.
  • Brent Crude remains near 4-week high.
  • Next – continues its hot streak of profit upgrades

Derren Nathan, head of equity research Hargreaves Lansdown:

“The FTSE’s on a stable footing today rising slightly at the open to lock in yesterday’s modest gains despite Rachel Reeves revealing in yesterday’s Spring Statement that...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/27/market-report-ftse-an-island-of-calm-in-volatile-markets/

Market Report: FTSE up slightly as UK inflation falls faster than expected

Derren Nathan
  • UK inflation provides some relief for Rachel Reeves. 2.8% in February, 2.9% expected
  • Institutional investors shun sterling
  • US stock rally set to pause as consumer confidence hits new lows
  • Vistry – dividends halted as housebuilder’s performance worsens
  • Brent Crude remains above $73 after Ukraine and Russia agree partial truce

Derren Nathan, head of equity research Hargreaves Lansdown:

“UK inflation figures haven’t thrown up any nasty surprises ahead of Rachel Reeves Spring Statement...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/26/market-report-ftse-up-slightly-as-uk-inflation-falls-faster-than-expected/

Market Report: FTSE fails to latch onto US rally as Spring Statement beckons

  • FTSE 100 flat.
  • US PMI data better than expected.
  • Chancellor in a tight spot ahead of Spring Statement.
  • Shell doubles down on LNG leadership and shareholder payouts.
  • Kingfisher profit guidance disappoints as cost pressures mount.
  • Brent Crude gains gather steam- tariff shift demand positive but supply negative.

Derren Nathan, head of equity research Hargreaves Lansdown:

“The FTSE 100 has opened flat today, pausing for breath despite strong gains on Wall Street yesterday. US markets are beginning...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/25/market-report-ftse-fails-to-latch-onto-us-rally-as-spring-statement-beckons/

Diana Shipping Inc. Announces Time Charter Contract for m/v Leto with Cargill

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ATHENS, GREECE, March 24, 2025 – Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX), (the “Company”), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels, today announced that through a separate wholly-owned subsidiary, it has entered into a time charter contract with Cargill International SA, Geneva, for one of its Panamax dry bulk vessels, the m/v Leto. The gross charter rate is US$12,750 per day, minus a 4.75% commission paid to third parties, for a period...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/24/diana-shipping-inc-announces-time-charter-contract-for-m-v-leto-with-cargill/

ERT’s Antonis Karagiannakis questions John Faraclas of allaboutshipping on current geopolitical issues in a very uncertain global environment

Shipping analyst John Faraclas on “KALES THALASSES” (Smooth Seas)

The shipping analyst, lecturer on shipping issues in educational institutions and organizations abroad and especially the United Kingdom, member of the Chios Marine Club, of the HESGB (Hellenic Engineers Society of Great Britain), author and co-founder of allaboutshipping.co.uk , John Faraclas spoke on the program “KALES THALASSES” (Smooth Seas) about the current geopolitical situation and its consequences for Global Shipping.

We...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/24/erts-antonis-karagiannakis-questions-john-faraclas-of-allaboutshipping-current-geopolitical-issues-in-a-very-uncertain-global-environment/

Market report: Hopes of more targeted tariffs help boost investor sentiment

Susannah Streeter
  • FTSE 100 rises in early trade amid hopes looming US tariffs will be more focused.
  • Oil prices gain some ground as talks set to get underway between Russian and US officials over Ukraine.
  • US markets set for a steady start to the week with optimism increasing about targeted trade policy.
  • Risks remain for severe duties with hearing due at International Trade Commission on big duties on Chinese manufactured ships docking at US ports.
  • Gold hangs near record highs while Bitcoin...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/24/market-report-hopes-of-more-targeted-tariffs-help-boost-investor-sentiment/

Money Show in Thessaloniki 

Peggy Papastavrou, Business Development Director, Athens Stock Exchange

Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce & Industry together with the Thessaloniki Greek-Italian Chamber of Commerce and MERIT Securities organized a panel in the framework  of the Forum “Money Show in Thessaloniki 2025” titled “NEW GROWTH PROSPECTS FOR GREEK COMPANIES – THE BENEFITS OF NEW FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND LISTING ON THE ATHENS EXCHANGE.”.

Speakers at the panel were:

  • Peggy Papastavrou, Business Development Director, Athens...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/21/money-show-in-thessaloniki/

Market Report: Stock market rally stalls as economic concerns linger

Derren Nathan
  • FTSE 100 falls t amid ongoing economic concerns.
  • UK Consumer confidence rises but remains fragile.
  • JD Wetherspoon margins suffer despite resilient sales.
  • Heathrow fire another potential blow to growth.
  • US futures point to a lacklustre open.
  • Brent crude above $72 per barrel after OPEC+ surprises with planned cuts.
  • British government borrowing higher than expected.

Derren Nathan, head of equity research, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“The FTSE 100’s down 0.5% this morning erasing much of the...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/21/market-report-stock-market-rally-stalls-as-economic-concerns-linger/

Market Report: Central Banks drive stock markets for a change

  • FTSE 100 opens higher after is best streak in 10 months.
  • Sticky UK wage growth keeps rate cuts off the cards.
  • Prudential delivers as promised.
  • Unilever lands on a name for its Ice Cream spinoff.
  • US markets rally absent White House interference.
  • Oil rises on escalating tensions.

Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“The FTSE 100 posted its best winning streak in 10 months yesterday, with its sixth session in a row of gains, and the good times are still coming with another...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/03/20/market-report-central-banks-drive-stock-markets-for-a-change/

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