» UK markets ended higher yesterday, after China posted a higher-than-expected trade surplus and as Fitch reiterated that it was not mulling to cut France’s AAA debt rating in 2012.
» Among energy stocks, Cairn Energy gained 3.3%, after it provided details of a planned $3.5 billion payout to shareholders following the sale of a majority stake in its Indian business to Vedanta Resources.
» Kazakhmys, Vedanta Resources and Antofagasta jumped between 5.0% and 5.9%, after data indicated that China’s imports of copper touched a record high in December.
» Precious metal miners, Randgold Resources and Fresnillo advanced 4.6% and 5.7%, respectively, led by a surge in gold and silver prices.
» Royal Bank of Scotland and Barclays logged gains of 5.3% and 5.7%, respectively, amid improvement in investors’ sentiment.
» Aviva added 2.7%, amid speculation of receiving a takeover bid from Chinese insurer Ping An.
» FTSE 100 surged 1.5% to close at 5,696.7, while FTSE 250 climbed 0.9% to end at 10,347.7.
Where to Spread Bet on UK Shares
FTSE 100 Shares
FTSE 250 Shares
Spread betting markets on European Shares may also be available through other companies. Notes.
US Shares News - 11 Jan 12
» US markets closed higher yesterday, as a solid start to the earning season lifted market sentiment. Additionally, China’s wider-than-expected trade surplus in December added to the momentum, raising expectations for monetary easing in China.
» Bank of America, Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley climbed between 2.1% and 5.7%, after Fitch Rating Services stated that it does not plan to downgrade France’s triple-A rating in 2012.
» Caterpillar and FedEx rallied 2.9% and 3.1%, respectively, amid easing worries over economic growth.
» Automotive parts maker, BorgWarne surged 12.3%, and emerged as the top riser on the S&P 500 index, as it provided upbeat earnings guidance for 2012.
» Audio products maker, VOXX International soared 20.6%, after its third-quarter results surpassed market expectations.
» Life Technologies Corporation added 8.3%, after it unveiled a DNA reading product.
» DJIA climbed 0.6% to close at 12,462.5. NASDAQ added 1.0% to end at 2,702.5. S&P 500 rose 0.9% to settle at 1,292.1.
Where to Spread Bet on US Shares
Wall Street Shares
S+P 500 Shares
Nasdaq 100 Shares
Spread betting markets on US Shares may also be available through other companies. Notes.
Asian Shares News - 11 Jan 12
» Asian markets are trading mostly higher this morning, taking cues from overnight gains on Wall Street, after data showed that confidence among US small businesses rose for a fourth month, and US employers added more workers in November.
» In Japan, financial stock, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Daiwa Securities Group and Nomura Holdings traded higher, tracking overnight gains in their US peers.
» In Hong Kong, Angang Steel and Baoshan Iron & Steel paced higher after a broker upgraded the sector to “Overweight”.
» Angang Steel also gained value after a broker named the firm its top Chinese steel pick.
» In South Korea, energy stocks, SK innovation and S-oil paced lower in line with a fall in crude oil prices.
» Nikkei 225 index is trading 0.2% higher, at 8,438.2. Hang Seng index is trading 0.1% higher at 19020.8, while the Kospi index is trading 0.2% lower at 1,849.5.
Spread Betting Markets
For more news and data on today's markets also see:
As a small percentage of the total contract value is required as deposit, your profit or loss can rapidly exceed that deposit. Seek advice if you don't fully understand the risks. Spread bets and CFDs carry high risk and are not suitable for everyone.
Advert:ETX Capital - Spread Betting and CFDs
- Thousands of markets, Indices, Forex, Shares, Commodities and more »
ETX Capital
The above content does not constitute investment advice, it is provided purely for information purposes and is delivered as a personal view of the writer. Neither the contributing company (or writer) nor Online-Spread-Betting.com accepts any responsibility for any use that may be made of the content.
'Mining Spreads Jump Amid Record Copper Imports from China', Article by ETX Capital, last update: 11-Jan-12
Risk warning: As a small percentage of the total contract value is required as deposit, your profit or loss can rapidly exceed that deposit. Seek advice if you don't fully understand the risks. Spread bets and CFDs carry high risk and are not suitable for everyone.
ETX Capital is the trading name of Monecor (London) Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority, registration number 124721.
Related articles:
Spread Betting Shares News, 23-May-12,
Daily shares news - a quick review of the latest news affecting the share prices of some of the largest UK, US, Asian companies. Daily shares news covers...see: Spread Betting Shares News
Spread Betting Share Trading, 22-May-12,
Daily share trading news with a look at the factors affecting the stocks and shares of the largest US, Asian and UK firms. The daily review includes...see: Spread Betting Share Trading
Looking to improve your trading results? Get free trading tips and trading analysis as well as the latest trading offers »
Trading News.
Risk Warning:
Spread Betting carries a high level of risk
to your capital and you can lose more than your initial investment,
it may not be suitable for all investors. Ensure you only
speculate with money that you can afford to lose and that you fully
understand the risks involved and seek independent financial advice where necessary.
Disclaimer:
Online-Spread-Betting.com does not endorse the information and
analysis available on this site. It is provided purely for information
purposes and is delivered as a personal view of the writer. Under no circumstances
is the information hereon to be used or considered as, an offer to sell, or a
solicitation of any offer to buy. The website content does not constitute investment
advice and neither the individual contributor nor Online-Spread-Betting.com accepts any
responsibility for any use that may be made of the content.
* Tax Free Trading:
Tax law is subject to change. It may also differ if you pay tax in a jurisdiction outside the UK.
