London's blue chip index failed to find direction today as investors sat tight ahead of news from the eurozone and economic data this week.

Marks and Spencer’s underperforming Irish operations helped drag down the retail giant’s international division sales by 2% in the last quarter.

British banking stocks gained today after a key report shied away from recommending a full-blown split of their retail and investment arms.

The FTSE 100 Index finished in the red today but that did not prevent it enjoying its best September for 13 years.

Dismal housing data from the US fuelled fears of a slowdown in global economic recovery today, rattling investor confidence and triggering a slump in stock markets.

London’s blue chip share index closed deep in the red for a third straight session today after disappointing bank earnings on Wall Street sparked a late sell-off.

Stock markets worldwide moved higher today after earnings cheer from US bank JP Morgan Chase confirmed a buoyant start to America's results season.

The FTSE 100 Index dipped into negative territory today after poor earnings from US groups General Electric and Bank of America knocked investor confidence.

Animal rights activists dressed as cave people gathered outside a Burberry boutique in downtown Hong Kong today, protesting the company’s use of fur.

The Japanese continuing love affair with all things British has boosted maiden results at newly demerged Burberry Group.