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FTSE 100 hits record high as economy fears ease

The index of the UK’s largest publicly-listed firms briefly touched a new record high of 7,906.58 points.

The Independent UK · Feb 3, 2023

FTSE 100 hits record high

Blue-chip stock index rises above previous record of 7,903 set in May 2018

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2023

FTSE 100 hits all-time high after US jobs report beats forecasts – as it happened

UK’s blue-chip index has hit a new record high of 7906 points, helped by weak pound, and hopes that interest rates may be near their peak

The Guardian - UK · Feb 3, 2023

Qantas boss apologises for 'routinely letting customers down' as ASX continues to rise — as it happened

Qantas boss Alan Joyce apologises for "routinely letting customers down" as Europe's two central banks hike their version of the cash rate, with the Reserve Bank of Australia expected to follow next week.

ABC News · Feb 2, 2023

3 Stocks Poised for Bull Runs

Following a disappointing 2022, the stock market has gained significantly in the first month of the new year, generating fresh optimism. Moreover, consumer sentiment has been improving. Therefore, quality stocks CVS Health (CVS), AmerisourceBergen (ABC), and Celestica (CLS), which look poised for bull runs in 2023, could be ideal buys…

StockNews.com · Feb 2, 2023

FTSE 100 Live: Interest rates hit 4%, Shell posts record profit

The improved stock market mood is under strain today after earnings updates by tech giants Apple, Google owner Alphabet and Amazon.

Evening Standard · Feb 2, 2023

ASX climbs on smaller US rate rise, RBA to ditch royals from $5 note, Adani dumps share sale — as it happened

Australian and US shares gain as the Federal Reserve opts for a smaller interest rate rise as inflation in North America cools.

ABC News · Feb 1, 2023

3 Stocks You Shouldn't Hesitate to Buy

Despite widespread uncertainties, benchmark indices gained significantly in the first month of 2023. Moreover, the IMF has lifted its growth forecast for this year. Therefore, investors could consider adding quality stocks KT (KT), Universal Logistics (ULH), and Genie Energy (GNE) to their portfolios now, which look poised to deliver stable…

StockNews.com · Feb 1, 2023

3 Growth Stocks to Buy Now Before They Heat Up

The gradual decline in inflation and decelerating wage growth might prompt the Fed to slow the pace of rate hikes this year, which might help growth stocks to stage a recovery. So, fundamentally strong growth stocks Salesforce (CRM), HF Sinclair (DINO), and Box (BOX), which look poised to soar in…

StockNews.com · Feb 1, 2023

3 Top Stocks You Can Buy Now and Hold for a Lifetime

With the central bank’s progress in controlling inflation, recession risks have subsided. Amid early signs of resilience, the IMF recently upgraded the outlook for the U.S. economy in 2023. Given this backdrop, fundamentally strong stocks Halliburton (HAL), Cardinal Health (CAH), and Jabil (JBL) could be ideal buy-and-hold options for solid…

StockNews.com · Feb 1, 2023