Economics / Markets

The Dow Jones has been flat so far this morning as investors await an announcement from President Barack Obama on the future of US banking regulation.

The FTSE 100 moved into positive territory this morning following yesterday's sharp losses, rising more than 20 points, or 0.47%, to 4,346.26 by 8.25am.

The Dow Jones plummeted in early trading today as commodity prices continued to fall.

The FTSE 100 has fallen almost 2% lower this morning as mining stocks slump due to sliding commodity prices and a stronger dollar.

The Dow Jones has begun to recover from a sluggish start this morning, with the market predicting improved June's US consumer sentiment figures.

Telecoms giant BT leads the risers in early trading on Friday as markets edged higher once more.

The Dow Jones rocketed on opening today, following news retail sales rose in May for the first time in three months on the back of growing consumer confidence.

The FTSE 100 has struggled upon opening this morning, dragged lower by the resources sector.

The Dow Jones shot up on opening today, following the news Chrysler has staved off bankruptcy.

Miners were leading the FTSE 100 this morning as higher commodity prices continued to boost performance.