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The FTSE 100 Index has retreated sharply in the past few weeks and underperformed its global peers like the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Kospi. It ended last week at 10,195, down from the year-to-date high of 10,931. This article looks at the key catalysts that will drive the Footsie this week. FTSE 100 Index to react to UK political issuesOne reason why the FTSE 100 Index has pulled back is the ongoing UK political crisis, which started after the recent local elections. The ruling Labour Party lost badly as Nigel Farage’s Reform Party surged.Since then, most analysts have predicted that…

Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Aug 2025 About Author Ahmed Balaha is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Fact Checked by CryptoNews Editorial Team Author CryptoNews Editorial Team Part of the Team Since Sep 2018 About Author The CryptoNews editorial team is composed of seasoned writers specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Their expertise ensures comprehensive, accurate, and insightful content for… Last updated:  May 18, 2026 Ethereum price is down, just barely holding $2,100, and a fresh…

new video loaded: Americans Affected in Ebola Outbreak, C.D.C. SaystranscriptBacktranscriptAmericans Affected in Ebola Outbreak, C.D.C. SaysAn Ebola outbreak in Africa has affected some Americans, according to the C.D.C. There is no vaccine for the species of the deadly virus that has spread in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.“People are dying. I don’t have medicines. We have some candidate vaccine, some candidate medicine we are pursuing this route. We hope that we can have something in the next coming weeks.”An Ebola outbreak in Africa has affected some Americans, according to the C.D.C. There is no vaccine for the species…

Check out the companies making the biggest moves premarket: Applied Materials — The semiconductor equipment supplier fell about 2% despite reporting fiscal second quarter results that beat expectations on the top and bottom lines. Applied Materials posted quarterly earnings of $2.86 per share, excluding items, on revenues of $7.91 billion. Analysts surveyed by LSEG had expected per-share earnings of $2.66 on revenues of $7.65 billion. Chip stocks — A slew of semiconductor companies were lower as the iShares Semiconductor ETF was on pace to break a six-week win streak. Marvell Technology and Intel both were off 4%. ASML and Arm…

Trump’s approval ratings on the economy continue to fall in latest CBS News poll – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump’s approval rating is now at the lowest level of his second term and only 27% of Americans approve of how he is handling inflation, according to a new CBS News poll. Olivia Rinaldi reports.

A leading WA breeder says demand for pygmy goats as a pet breed on small farms currently outstrips supply.York’s Karen Bowron from Springfield Farm Pygmy & Miniature Goat Stud is growing WA’s small farm sector, one tiny goat at a time.Ms Bowron said the compact size of the pygmy goat and their gentle, tame nature made them an ideal pet breed, and great for small farms or properties.“They’re very people-friendly and attention-seeking,” she said.“Plus cute — a kid pygmy is often small enough to sit in your hands.”Ms Bowron will again have a display at the Gidgegannup Small Farm Field…

JAKARTA: The Indonesian rupiah slid to a fresh record low on Monday (May 18) as stocks slumped and global oil prices hit two-week highs, while the president said the economy was strong and the currency’s slide would not affect villagers because they did not use dollars.The rupiah fell more than 1 per cent to a record low of 17,668 a dollar in early Monday trading. Even before the Iran war, Indonesia’s currency and stocks were under pressure from investor concerns about the government’s spending plans, market transparency and central bank independence.Jakarta’s main stock index fell more than 4 per cent as trading…

NewsFeedA magnitude 5.2 earthquake has struck Liuzhou in southern China’s Guangxi region, causing more than a dozen buildings to collapse, killing at least two people. More than 7,000 residents have been evacuated as search and rescue operations continue.Published On 18 May 202618 May 2026Click here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo

Reported U.S. plan to indict Raúl Castro could mean reform for Cuba, but questions remain – CBS News Watch CBS News The United States is ramping up pressure on Cuba with a potential indictment of former President Raúl Castro. Cristian Benavides has more.

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