The FTSE 100 Index has taken its slump over the last two sessions beyond 100 points as markets around the world came under pressure.

London’s FTSE 100 Index took its slump over the last two sessions beyond 100 points today as markets around the world came under pressure.

The FTSE 100 Index has picked up where it left off last week by adding to Friday's 60 point fall.

The FTSE 100 Index has broken through the 4300 barrier following a late flourish at the end of an otherwise subdued session.

Financial and oil stocks put the FTSE 100 Index within touching distance of breaking the 4200 barrier for the first time in two months today.

London’s leading shares saw a muted start today as traders paused for breath after a strong showing yesterday.

Signs that uncertainty over the situation in the Middle East was coming to an end sent shares in London surging into positive territory today.

London’s leading shares nosed back into positive territory today, ending a run of five straight sessions in the red.

Polygamist Tom Green broke down on the witness stand as he described the hardships his family underwent as they pursued their unconventional lifestyle.

Investors have piled into technology shares on the London Stock Exchange on the back of a good session last night on the US Nasdaq index.