Why Energy Giants Became the Market’s Unexpected Lifeline
Energy shares helped stabilise UK markets during a period of global weakness, demonstrating the sector’s resilience and highlighting the important role major oil and gas companies play in supporting market sentiment.
- June 08, 2026 04:54 PM BST
- Vivek Singh
FTSE Today Watch: Why Italy’s Banking Shake-Up Is Drawing Attention
European markets opened cautiously as Italy’s banking sector entered a pivotal phase of consolidation. Competing proposals involving Monte dei Paschi highlighted the growing importance of scale and strategic transformation.
- June 08, 2026 04:49 PM BST
- Vivek Singh