LSE:MNDI 23 February 2026

FTSE 100 ends flat as Trump tariff reset jars UK stocks; Johnson Matthey sinks

FTSE 100 closed down 0.02% at 10,684.74 as tariff concerns resurfaced after President Trump announced a new 15% global import levy. FTSE 250 dropped 0.9%. Miners gained on higher gold and oil prices, while software and data stocks fell on AI worries. Johnson Matthey shares plunged over 17% after cutting the sale price of its catalyst unit to Honeywell.

23 February 2026

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Michael Saylor Declares 'Bitcoin Has Won' Amid Growing Institutional Demand
April 5, 2026, 2:57 PM EDT. Michael Saylor, a prominent Bitcoin advocate, stated on X that Bitcoin has secured broad acceptance as digital capital, warning against harmful protocol changes. Market data shows a rise in spot buying over leverage-driven trading, with Bitcoin approaching the mid-$70,000 level. Institutional interest is resurging, reflected in growing ETF inflows and steadier exchange activity. Strategy's recent purchases topped 40,000 BTC over two weeks, with a notable shift toward credit-based funding over equity sales. This transition suggests broader access to banking and credit facilities is influencing Bitcoin accumulation, potentially altering market dynamics. Saylor connects Bitcoin's next growth phase to how credit is deployed, emphasizing evolving funding strategies beyond traditional equity markets.