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

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

Asian stock markets broadly advanced on Thursday as currencies rose following Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell mention that the US central bank might soon shift its focus from taming inflation to curbing the economic slowdown.

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.

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…

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

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

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…

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…