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FTSE climbs as EU summit approaches

News - Tuesday, May 22, 2012

The top share index in the UK moved higher on Tuesday after investors rediscovered their appetite for risk ahead of the EU summit due to start on Wednesday. By the end of the session, the FTSE 100 was higher by an impressive 1.86 per cent, finishing at 5403.

FTSE climbs as markets calm

News - Tuesday, May 22, 2012

The top share index in the UK finally broke its downward trend following the G8 weekend meeting, By the close of trade, the FTSE 100 was higher by 0.70 per cent reaching 5304.

FTSE falls further as ratings agency action worsens fears

News - Sunday, May 20, 2012

The leading share index in the UK failed to launch a revival on Friday as ongoing problems in the eurozone sent sentiment plunging. By the close of trade, the FTSE 100 was lower by 1.33 per cent to reach 5268, close to the day's lowest point.

FTSE plummets further as Greece dominates markets

News - Thursday, May 17, 2012

The top share index in the UK was rocked further by the plight of Greece as investors continued to speculate about how long the country would remain in the euro. By the close of trade, the FTSE 100 was lower by 1.24 per cent ending at 5338.

Greek crisis continues to pressure markets

News - Wednesday, May 16, 2012

The top share index in the UK slumped further as concerns over Greece pushed markets even lower. For the third day in a row, the FTSE fell, shedding 0.60 per cent to close at 5405.

FTSE plunges further as Greece heads for the polls...again

News - Tuesday, May 15, 2012

The top share index in the UK was rocked once more by fears that Greece could be facing an exit from the single currency after the main political parties failed to form a coalition. By the end of trade, the FTSE 100 was lower by 0.51 per cent, closing at 5431.

FTSE nosedives over Greece concerns

News - Tuesday, May 15, 2012

The top share index in the UK took a heavy tumble on the opening session of the week as fears about an impending Greek exit from the euro dominated trading. By the end of the day, the FTSE 100 had plunged to a new 2012 low, dropping 1.97 per cent to close at 5466.

Late surge for FTSE to finish in the blue

News - Monday, May 14, 2012

The top share index in the country enjoyed a late afternoon blast upwards as news from the US helped to cheer gloomy investors. By the end of the final session of the week, the FTSE 100 was higher by 0.57% to reach 5576.

FTSE breaks losing streak; aid reached Greece

News - Thursday, May 10, 2012

The top share index in the UK managed to break out of its downward curve as immediate concerns over Greece were allayed. By the close of trade, the FTSE 100 was higher by 0.25 per cent reaching 5544.

FTSE crashes further over Greek uncertainty

News - Wednesday, May 09, 2012

The top share index in the UK tumbled further on Wednesday as ongoing debate over the way forward for Greece led to heavy losses. By the end of trade, the FTSE 100 was lower by 0.44 per cent, finishing the day on 5530.

FTSE slumps over euro concerns

News - Tuesday, May 08, 2012

The leading share index in the UK plunged sharply on Monday as concerns over the results of the Greek and French elections dominated trading. By the end of the first session after the Bank Holiday, the FTSE 100 was down by 1.78 per cent, closing at 5555, the lowest point since 28 December 2011.

FTSE slumps over US disappointment

News - Tuesday, May 08, 2012

The top share index in the UK slithered lower on Friday after data from the US failed to excite investors. By the end of the final session of the week, the FTSE 100 was down by 1.93 per cent to close at 5655.

FTSE inches up as ECB comments fail to excite

News - Friday, May 04, 2012

The leading share index in the UK climbed marginally higher but gains were tempered by comments made by the President of the ECB. By the end of the penultimate session of the week, the FTSE 100 was higher by 0.15 per cent reaching 5767.

FTSE lower over global economic data woes

News - Wednesday, May 02, 2012

The top share index in the UK ended lower on the midweek session after figures from all over the world dented confidence in the economic recovery. By the end of trade, the FTSE 100 was down by 0.93 per cent, closing at 5758 and nearly wiping out the entire increase seen on Tuesday.

FTSE soars after slow start

News - Tuesday, May 01, 2012

The top share index in the UK climbed on Tuesday after taking a tumble in the opening session of the week. By the end of trade, the FTSE 100 was higher by 1.30 per cent finishing at 5812.

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