US stocks fell for the second day in a row today after warnings from several home builders raised investors’ concerns about an economic slowdown and comments about inflation from San Francisco Federal Reserve President Janet Yellen offered little comfort.

The Footsie index of 100 leading stocks has fallen by 12.1 points in subdued trading to stand at 5459.8 by lunchtime

Taylor Woodrow's plans for future expansion is set to come under the spotlight.

The London Stock Exchange remained focused on the high street during an otherwise sluggish session today.

The FTSE-100 Index has lost ground following the Bank of England's decision to keep interest rates on hold at 6% - having been at a 45-point session high moments before the midday announcement.