International News
Europe close: Stocks dip amid drag from US jobs data
Stocks across the Continent drifted lower heading into the weekend, weighed down by what on the face of it appeared to be a disappointing US jobs report for the month of December.
Week ahead: UK data, US-China trade deal in focus
The flow of economic data will pick up considerably in all jurisdictions over the coming week, although the signing of the phase-one trade deal between China and the US may steal the spotlight.
Segway crashes multi-million-dollar wheelchair in demo
A prototype for a Segway "transporting pod", it’s multi-million-dollar wheelchair, has crashed during the first public demonstrations.
Just Eat shareholders approve Takeaway.com takeover
The battle for Just Eat ended on Friday as shareholders of the online food delivery service approved a £6. 3bn merger with Dutch rival Takeaway. com.
Aston Martin jump on reports of talks with China's Geely
Shares of Aston Martin sped higher at the end of the week following news that China's Geely had held talks with the iconic carmaker's management regarding a potential investment.
US non-farm payrolls rise by lower than expected 145,000 in December
America's economy generated fewer jobs than expected as hiring in both manufacturing and services cooled, alongside only modest wage growth.
US open: Dow briefly crosses 29,000 point barrier
Wall Street trading began on a positive note on Friday, with the Dow Jones briefly breaking the psychologically-important 29,000 point level despite the release of a disappointing jobs report.
US House of Representatives votes to limit Trump's war powers
The US House of Representatives approved a resolution to limit Donald Trump’s power to decide on taking military action in Iran.
Asia report: Most markets higher as Apple suppliers surge
Most markets in Asia finished in the green on Friday, as tensions between the US and Iran eased, with Apple suppliers among the leading risers after data showing solid iPhone sales in China was released.
Lidl records fastest Christmas sales growth in grocery sector
Lidl turned in the grocery sector's highest sales growth rate across the Christmas period on Friday thanks to strong performances by its wine and cheese selections.
Internal Boeing messages show employees deriding 737 Max 'designed by clowns'
Internal messages between Boeing employees from 2017 released on Thursday revealed comments that have raised serious concerns about the manufacturer's already controversial 737 Max aircraft.
US pre-open: Dow futures point to gains following record close
US futures were pointing to yet another positive open on the Street as market participants awaited the key monthly jobs report due out later in the session.