Brexit
S&P reaffirms AA rating on UK, outlook clouded by Brexit
Standard&Poor's reaffirmed its rating on the United Kingdom's long-term sovereign debt but warned of the potential impact on the economy from the uncertainty around the Brexit negotiations and their eventual outcome.
London close: FTSE lower as UK, US growth in Q1 disappoints, sterling up
Stocks in London drifted to a lower close on Friday as a rise in sterling weighed on blue chips and both UK and US preliminary economic growth data disappointed investors on both sides of the Atlantic.
Merkel warns UK not to approach Brexit talks with "illusions"
German chancellor Angela Merkel has warned that British people should not harbour "illusions" about the country's fate in the aftermath of Brexit.
London close: FTSE higher ahead of Trump's tax reform unveiling
Stocks in London ended Wednesday on a positive note ahead of US President Donald Trump's big unveiling of his much-anticipated tax reform proposals.
Deutsche Bank executive warns Brexit could endanger 4,000 jobs
One of Deutsche Bank's top executives has warned as many as 4,000 jobs at the lender could be at risk due to Britain's impending departure from the European Union.
Banks to begin shift to European shores soon, Barclays CEO says
Barclays CEO Jes Staley has said many international banks will begin the process of moving operations away from Britain "reasonably" soon due to concerns about Brexit.
London close: FTSE consolidates Macron gains as gaze turns to US tax reforms
Stocks in London spent Tuesday consolidating their gains after Monday's sprint higher on the outcome of the first round of voting in France's presidential election, with traders now turning their attentions to potential US tax reforms.
EU to demand customs fraud solution in Brexit negotiations
The UK government must agree to a deal to prevent large-scale customs fraud being routed from China via Britain as part of any Brexit trade deal, according to newspaper reports.
FX round-up: Sterling endures tough time after Macron cheer boosts euro
Sterling had a tough time on major crosses, tumbling against a resurgent euro after centrist and pro-EU candidate Emmanuel Macron won the first round of France's presidential election.
London close: FTSE firmly ahead on Macron cheer
Stocks in London ended their Monday firmly ahead as investors took cheer from centrist and pro-EU candidate Emmanuel Macron winning the first round of France's presidential election.
Commodities: Gold markedly lower on Macron's first-round win in France presidential vote
The price of gold was markedly lower on Monday afternoon as investors reacted with ecstasy to centrist and pro-EU candidate Emmanuel Macron winning the first round of France's presidential election.
May entering negotiations with Brussels with an open mind
Theresa May is not looking for Britain to exit the European Union without clinching a Brexit deal with Brussels, one of the bloc's highest-ranking officials said on Friday.
Snap election 'an excuse to do nothing' - WPP chief Sorrell
The CEO of advertising giant WPP has said the decision of Theresa May to call a snap election later this year is "just another excuse to do nothing".
ITV to hold televised election debate in spite of May refusal
ITV has confirmed it will host at least one television debate for the snap election despite Prime Minister Theresa May saying she will not take part.
MPs vote overwhelmingly for snap election
MPs have voted overwhelmingly in favour of holding the early election on 8 June.
George Osborne to step down as MP
Former Chancellor George Osborne will not contest his seat in the snap election on 8 June.
Theresa May rules out TV election debates
Prime Minister Theresa May has confirmed that she will not take part in television debates for the snap general election to be held on 8 June.
Euro area visible trade surplus widens in March
The euro area's visible trade surplus increased sharply in February, prompting a positive reaction from economists despite the sharp drop seen in the bloc's imports from the rest of the world.
Analysts say June election could help Brexit negotiations but also Tory domestic policies
Prime Minister Theresa May has called a snap general election on the 8 June, depending on her gathering two thirds of MPs approval in Parliament to repeal the Fixed Term Parliament Act.
Lloyds to set up Berlin hub post-Brexit
Lloyds Banking Group will set up a new base in Berlin following Britain’s departure from the European Union, according to reports from the BBC.