FTSE 100 closed down 0.1% amid rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, with Tesco and Marston's seeing notable gains.

Governor Bailey's comments triggered a 1% drop in the pound, suggesting faster rate cuts if inflation keeps falling.

The SEC has filed an appeal over the Ripple Labs ruling, challenging limits on its crypto regulatory authority.

PayPal has launched a feature for US merchants to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrency, expanding its crypto services.

Gold holds steady, trading near its all-time high, as markets await Jerome Powell’s speech and key U.S. economic data.

FTSE 100 closed down 0.2% as BP and Shell fell; Rentokil surged on board changes while Flutter announced a buyback.

Rightmove rejected REA Group's bid, citing undervaluation, as REA pushes for engagement from shareholders ahead of a looming deadline.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler faced bipartisan criticism over cryptocurrency regulations, with lawmakers expressing frustration about the lack of clarity and guidance.

Gold continued its rally, hitting new highs in Asian trade, reaching $2,670.52 an ounce as traders anticipate further U.S.