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UK stock market today: FTSE 100 falls 1.5% as oil jumps; Rentokil and Admiral gain, Wizz Air drops

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 falls 1.5% as oil jumps; Rentokil and Admiral gain, Wizz Air drops

London’s FTSE 100 fell 1.5% to 10,413.94 on Thursday as oil prices surged and investors scaled back bets on Bank of England rate cuts. Rentokil Initial and Admiral rose after posting higher profits, while Wizz Air and Reckitt dropped on outlook warnings. The FTSE 250 lost 0.9%. Brent crude traded near $84.41 a barrel.
5 March 2026
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UBS spots a 2026 turning point for UK and European stocks — and names Aviva, NatWest among top themesNEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 06:34 ET

UBS spots a 2026 turning point for UK and European stocks — and names Aviva, NatWest among top themesNEW YORK, December 29, 2025, 06:34 ET

UBS expects UK and European equities to return to earnings growth in 2026, forecasting a 7% rise in average earnings per share. Britain’s FTSE 100 has gained 20.7% this year, outpacing the STOXX 600 and S&P 500. UBS highlighted insurers Aviva and Admiral, and cited NatWest and RELX among UK companies with structural tailwinds. The bank remains cautious on autos, chemicals, and household products.
29 December 2025
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  • MercadoLibre (MELI) Valuation Check: Is the Stock Undervalued?
    May 2, 2026, 3:13 AM EDT. MercadoLibre's stock closed at $1,850.05, showing mixed returns with a 7.63% rise in one month and 18.88% over one year. The company posted $28.9 billion in revenue and $2 billion in net income, operating across Latin America. Analysts suggest the stock may be 24.2% undervalued, with a fair value estimate of $2,439.88, driven by growth in user engagement and AI-enhanced operating leverage. However, risks include heavy marketing and logistics spending, and credit concerns in Brazil and Argentina. Despite a current P/E ratio of 47x, above industry average, the debate remains if the market has priced in future growth or if there's more upside potential.

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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 02.05.2026

2 May 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: May 2, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: May 2, 2026, 3:16 AM EDT MercadoLibre (MELI) Valuation Check: Is the Stock Undervalued? May 2, 2026, 3:13 AM EDT. MercadoLibre's stock closed at $1,850.05, showing **mixed returns** with a 7.63% rise in one month and 18.88% over one year. The company posted **$28.9 billion in revenue** and **$2 billion in net income**, operating across Latin America. Analysts suggest the stock may be **24.2% undervalued**, with a fair value estimate of $2,439.88, driven by growth in user engagement and AI-enhanced operating leverage. However, risks include heavy marketing and logistics spending, and
US Stock Market Today After Hours: Nasdaq Tops 25,000 As S&P 500 Hits Record High

US Stock Market Today After Hours: Nasdaq Tops 25,000 As S&P 500 Hits Record High

2 May 2026
Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.68% and S&P 500 futures edged up 0.06% in early after-hours trading Friday, while Dow futures slipped 0.48%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs, driven by first-quarter S&P 500 profit growth of 27.8%, according to LSEG. Oil prices, inflation signals, and upcoming jobs data remain in focus. GameStop shares rose 4% after reports it was preparing an offer for eBay.
McDonald’s Corporation Stock Slides Before Earnings as Its Big Drink Bet Comes Due

McDonald’s Corporation Stock Slides Before Earnings as Its Big Drink Bet Comes Due

2 May 2026
McDonald’s shares fell 2.37% to $286.64 on Friday, underperforming rivals ahead of its May 7 earnings report and a U.S. launch of six new McCafé specialty drinks. The company will begin selling the drinks nationwide on May 6, adding beverage specialist roles at 14,000 restaurants. Investors are watching whether the new drinks and value offers can boost traffic without slowing service or hurting margins.
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