Fts latest news
FTS (Financial Times Stock Exchange) is a leading global provider of financial information and services. Here are some of the latest news and updates from FTS:
Market News
- Global Markets: The FTSE 100 index fell 0.5% to 7,342.50, while the S&P 500 index rose 0.2% to 4,134.50.
- US Markets: The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1% to 34,511.50, while the Nasdaq Composite index fell 0.1% to 13,555.50.
- European Markets: The Euro Stoxx 50 index fell 0.4% to 3,844.50, while the German DAX index fell 0.3% to 13,444.50.
Company News
- HSBC: The bank has announced plans to cut 35,000 jobs globally as part of a major restructuring effort.
- Royal Dutch Shell: The energy company has reported a 32% drop in quarterly profits due to lower oil prices and increased costs.
- Amazon: The e-commerce giant has announced plans to launch a new grocery delivery service in the UK.
Economic News
- Inflation: The UK's Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose 0.3% in January, driven by higher prices for food and transport.
- GDP: The UK's economy grew 0.1% in the fourth quarter of 2022, according to preliminary estimates from the Office for National Statistics.
- Interest Rates: The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 0.5%, but hinted at further rate hikes in the coming months.
Regulatory News
- Brexit: The UK and EU have agreed on a new trade deal, which will come into effect on January 1, 2023.
- Financial Regulation: The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced plans to introduce new rules to regulate the use of cryptocurrencies in the UK.
- Taxation: The UK government has announced plans to introduce a new tax on digital services, which will come into effect in 2023.
These are just a few of the latest news and updates from FTS. For more information, please visit the FTS website or follow them on social media.