Property firms were out of favour with investors today as economic concerns continued to impact the London market.

Bars group Regent Inns warned of profits disappointment today after trading weakened at its Walkabout and Jongleurs estate.

British bar chain Regent Inns today said its bars including Walkabout and Bar Risa Jongleurs were trading positively after a strong festive period.

The FTSE 100 Index fell back below the 5700 mark today despite excitement over strong figures from Severn Trent and the proposed sale of airports operator BAA.

The proposed sale of airports operator BAA to Spain caused excitement in London today but was not enough to spare the market from another session in the red.

The FTSE 100 Index saw its four-day winning streak come to an end today after £1bn was wiped off the value of Tesco.

Record profits from Tesco failed to excite the market today as the FTSE 100 Index stayed close to its opening mark.

The London market ended today back above the 5000 level after investors took heart from news about US interest rates.

Interest rates weighed on the minds of investors on both sides of the Atlantic as the FTSE 100 Index dropped below the 5000 level today.

Retailer Next managed to buck the negative trend in London today as stronger-than-expected results pleased investors.

Retailers bucked the negative trend in the London market today after high street giant Next pleased investors.

Concerns over the current mood of the UK consumer will be put to the test this week when two of the biggest names in the retail arena – Next and B&Q owner Kingfisher – step forward with figures.

Strong gains for the FTSE 100 Index were eroded late in the session today as investors talked down the chances of a takeover of Sainsbury’s.

The London market remained in reverse gear today with ailing retailer Marks & Spencer leading the slump.