MARKETS

Dollar index drops from four-week high, despite hawkish comments from Janet Yellen.

New York Fed president William Dudley said on Wednesday that the central bank could increase rates soon.

The Nasdaq hit a seven session streak not experienced since 27 December 1999.

Official US crude inventory data did not prove to be quite as alarming as some had feared.

US Federal Reserve Chairwoman casts doubt on Trump administration's economic policies.

FTSE 250 heads towards its sixth successive record close – highlighting strength of firms who do business in UK.

UK consumers are however spending big in restaurants and bars.

Dollar gains ground after Janet Yellen tells US Congress interest rates hike is likely in the short-term future.

A portfolio of diversified assets should help investors beat inflation over time in an era of low interest rates.

Yellen suggested that the US Fed's next rate increase could come as early as next month.

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen indicates interest rises may be on the way.

Crude prices recovered after Saudi Arabia said it reduced its crude production by the most in over eight years.

Rolls-Royce was the biggest faller among blue chip stocks after it reported a record £4.6bn annual loss.

Dollar falls against major currencies as investors await Janet Yellen's testimony in front of the Congress.

Investors are said to be concerned about Janet Yellen's stance on interest rate increases going forward.

Dow posts its 22nd record close since presidential election as S&P 500 and Nasdaq also climb.

Latest US and Canadian rig count data points to rising North American production in the face of Opec cuts.

RBS rises strongly on speculation that it will axe 15,000 jobs as traders believe bank is prepared to cut costs.

Pound climbs against euro and dollar, ahead of a key week with a host of economic reports to be released.

Trump set aside harsh rhetoric over jobs and security leading to a smooth meeting with Abe.

Disputes between Grimsby and Iceland could affect fish suppers.

Opec's production data is not due until 13 February, but IEA said cartel had achieved 90% of production cut target.

Cash ISAs can be easily transferred into stocks & shares ISAs, which can then be used to buy ultra low-cost ETFs.

Euro extends losses as concerns over Greece debt crisis continue to mount.

China reported a 7.9% on-year increase in exports and a 16.7% jump in imports in January.

All three major indexes reached record highs, with the Dow Jones closing in at 20,172. 40.

Higher drawdown of US inventories sends Brent, WTI futures on recovery run.

Euro's woes continue as Germany's finance minister says Greece could have to leave Eurozone to receive debt cut.

Thomas Cook one of the biggest fallers after posting £49m loss and says it is "cautious" about year ahead.