Unlock stock picks and a broker-level newsfeed that powers Wall Street. Upgrade Now FTSE Index - Delayed Quote • GBP FTSE 100 (^FTSE) Follow 8,634.80 +51.99 +(0.61%) At close: 4:35:30 PM GMT+1 All News Trump ‘open’ to negotiation even after tariffs announced Donald Trump is willing to negotiate with countries over his latest tariffs, the White House has said a day before the US president imposes new tariffs globally. Global stocks bounce back ahead of Donald Trump’s ‘liberation day’ The mood among investors was stronger than on Monday when markets were spooked by fresh threats from Donald Trump. Wall Street on Edge as Tariff Announcement Looms, Driving Premarket Losses for US Equity Futures US equity futures fell ahead of Tuesday's opening bell as traders monitored developments surrounding Trump’s tariffs could wipe out UK budget headroom, warns OBR Goldman Sachs has cut its forecast for UK growth due to a looming trade war with the US. Values, Inflation Report Lift European Bourses Midday European bourses tracked moderately higher midday Tuesday as traders awaited the Trump tariffs, cons Trending tickers: Tesla, Moderna, Newsmax, Johnson & Johnson and Travis Perkins The latest investor updates on stocks that are trending on Tuesday. Eurozone inflation falls to 2.2%, bolstering case for interest rate cuts Services inflation remains sticky, up 3.4% year-on-year, slower than the 3.7% rate seen in February. European Stocks Rise. They’re Outperforming the U.S. Again. European stocks began the second quarter in positive fashion, continuing to outperform their U.S. counterparts. The pan-European Stoxx 600 rose 0.9% in early trading Tuesday, while Germany’s DAX was 1.2% higher and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 was up 0.8%–recovering from significant losses Monday. While U.S. stocks had a bad first quarter, Europe had a great start to the year. Gold climbs to new highs as investors brace for Trump tariffs Gold prices notched fresh highs on Tuesday, with uncertainty over tariffs continuing to help fuel demand for the safe-haven asset. Peel Hunt set for smaller-than-expected loss despite challenging UK markets The brokerage is among City firms to have faced pressure from a weak appetite for deal-making and geopolitical uncertainty. FTSE 100 and Wall Street higher as Trump tariff clock ticks down Yesterday, stocks across Europe fell as companies brace for an uncertain future under the administration's 'reciprocal' tariffs policy. How to optimise your retirement planning for tax year-end Making the most of your allowances enables you to benefit from tax relief and put you on track for a more financially resilient retirement. Wall Street doubles US recession risk as Trump tariffs loom US stocks have plummeted as Wall Street doubled its predictions of a recession in America in the wake of Donald Trump’s trade war. European stock markets unsettled as US tariffs edge closer London’s FTSE 100 was down more than 100 points during the lows of the day. Have you maximised your allowances ahead of the tax year-end? The current tax year is coming to an end, but investors still have some time to ensure their savings and investments remain as tax efficient as possible. Mortgage approvals fall to six-month low ahead of stamp duty changes Some 65,500 mortgage approvals for house purchases were recorded in February. Looming Trump tariff deadline sparks fresh fears of higher costs worldwide Donald Trump’s tariff policy has sent ripples through the financial markets as investors assess what the impact will be on global trade. Crypto Daybook Americas: PumpSwap Brings in the Cash as Trump Tariffs Hang Over Bitcoin Your day-ahead look for March 31, 2025 Global Stocks Are Getting Crushed. Japan’s Nikkei Entered Correction Territory. Global stock markets were a sea of red early Monday on fears that all major U.S. trading partners could be hit with 20% tariffs by the Trump administration. Ahead of an April 2 deadline, White House officials are considering broader, higher levies than the targeted reciprocal measures previously expected, The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday. Japanese stocks were hit particularly hard as the Nikkei 225 Index slumped more than 4% to close the first quarter in correction territory. Trending tickers: Nvidia, Tesla, TSMC, Aston Martin and Associated British Foods The latest investor updates on stocks that are trending on Monday.