The London market dropped back below the 6000 barrier today as concerns over house prices brought the recent rally to an end.

The FTSE 100 Index lost ground today as high oil prices and weak banking stocks cast a shadow over London trading.

Disappointing results and news of hefty write-downs from Bradford & Bingley sent the London market into the red today as fears grew over the banking sector.

PRICE reductions for quicker house sales are being flagged for city and county Cork properties.

PRICE reductions for quicker house sales are being flagged for city and county Cork properties.

The FTSE 100 Index endured a sluggish session today after downgrades for leading blue-chips including banking giant Barclays.

The London market held firm above the 6500 barrier today as housebuilders and miners encouraged the blue-chip index to race ahead.

London’s leading share index dipped into the red today after a day of heightened volatility following the Bank of England’s move to cut interest rates.

Housebuilding and retail shares jumped today amid growing signs that the Bank of England will cut interest rates tomorrow.

The US Navy today began its largest demonstration of force in the Gulf since the 2003 invasion of Iraq, deploying two aircraft carriers and conducting simulated aerial attacks.

THE pilot of the helicopter which winched two fishermen to safety seconds before their trawler sank said their quick-thinking and safety equipment saved their lives.

Corus shares leapt by as much as 6% on the London stock exchange today as investors bet that the Anglo Dutch group will be the next steel company in line for a takeover.