New Guardian/ISM puts Theresa May firmly in the lead to win the general election.
The Shanghai Composite and the S&P/ASX fell by 0.65% and 0.66% respectively.
In 2017, America's fastest-growing metropolitan area is way more than just an oil and gas hub.
Dollar tumbles after US jobs report falls unexpectedly short of forecast.
Brent Crude falling by around 2% weighs on mid-session record.
The Nikkei crossed the 20,000 mark for the first time in 18 months.
The weak pound underpinned higher export orders lifting manufacturing production.
Lower demand and technical correction took a heavy toll on the precious metal in Asian and European trading.
A week before UK polling day, pollsters' findings are not in alignment on the gap between Conservatives and Labour.
The move, which is part of a strategic review, would see the bank sell most of its stake in Barclays Africa Group.
The Nikkei surged over the 1% mark while the Shanghai Composite declined by 0.51%.
Uptick in Libyan production and rising number of US rigs spooks oil futures market.
Pound falls to a six-week low amid the latest blow to Theresa May's campaign.
Examining the billionaire investor and business magnate's journey on Wall Street and his net worth following recent setbacks.
YouGov poll predicts Tories could lose up to 20 seats next week and fall short of overall majority.
Investors were indifferent to China's positive manufacturing sector outlook.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite snapped a 7-day win streak, dropping 0.1% on Tuesday.
Euro under pressure amid growing concerns over Greece bailout deal.
Internet retail giant has won the tussle between it and Google's parent company for a four-figure stock price valuation.
Brent, WTI contracts lost further ground as US rig count rose and traders were unconvinced by producers' cuts.
Tensions surrounding James Comey's testimony and Mario Draghi's comments led to subdued activity.
The Nikkei rose by 0.10% during midday trading hours
The FTSE 100 and the FTSE 250 both end the week setting mid-session records.
US President's plan to sell half of his country's crude oil reserves fails to unnerve Opec members.
Fears of a hung parliament creep into the City as YouGov poll cuts Tories' lead to five points.
Both Brent and West Texas Intermediate contracts shed 5% overnight before staging a minor recovery.
Investors were disappointed by Opec's decision for supply cut extension.
Russian and Saudi oil ministers broker deal between 24 producers to extend their ongoing output cuts.
London-listed budget Wizz Air was the best performer in the second tier after reporting record profit, up 28% to €246m.
UK GDP data revised down to show economy grew only 0.2% in the first three months of the year.