investingLive European news wrap: Risk sentiment improves as oil falls and bonds rise

Soaring oil prices have pushed UK inflation to a five-month high. Consumer prices rose 3.1% in the year to August. Motor fuel prices rose nearly a quarter, with petrol rising to 161.3p per litre and diesel hitting 181.8p. Brent crude is back above $100 a barrel. Trading at $108 as of Wednesday, it has risen…

The neoclouds are destined to be “cyclical leasing companies,” according to BCA analyst Noah Weisberger, which implies low valuations for the stocks.

The week saw brokers pursue acquisitions, regulatory approvals and expansion into new markets while adapting to evolving regulations. Authorities in Europe and Australia stepped up oversight, as firms also accelerated AI adoption and platform upgrades to strengthen their competitive positions. IG Group asked shareholders to approve a new Jersey-incorporated holding company while reporting an 18%…

When partners earn different salaries, pooling all income into one pot was the top choice at 43.9 percent.   A further 33.9 percent favour a proportional split based on earnings, 17.7 percent insist on a strict 50/50 split regardless of income, and 4.5 percent would rely on a single provider.  Nearly a quarter of respondents, 23.7 percent, said they…

At LaGuardia Airport, where travelers already negotiate with kiosks, scanners and charging stations, a headless, four-wheeled robot dog is now roaming Terminal B’s baggage claim to inspect the air. The machine doesn’t fetch suitcases, chase pigeons or judge anyone for arriving three hours early. It’s part of a pilot that also includes robotic vacuums and…

These are uncertain times for landlords. Indeed, it could be argued that, economically, the vista remains one of uncertainty for more than just landlords. Increased legislation, decreasing margins for investors and inconsistent direction at a governmental level all merely add to the texture of what are challenging times for buy-to-let. The fact that there have…