LSE:GRG

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Faces GDP Test After Third Weekly Drop
········

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Faces GDP Test After Third Weekly Drop

The FTSE 100 closed Friday at 10,233.07, marking its third consecutive weekly decline. Investors await UK GDP data due Thursday, with energy prices and Middle East tensions weighing on sentiment. Sterling rose and gilt yields fell after Prime Minister Starmer confirmed he would stay in office. Vodafone, Greggs, Burberry, and National Grid are among stocks in focus this week.
May 10, 2026

Stock Market Today

  • CBA vs Macquarie Shares: Choosing the Best ASX Financial Stock
    May 29, 2026, 8:54 PM EDT. Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) and Macquarie Group Ltd (MQG) are two top ASX financial shares with distinct investment profiles. CBA offers stability, scale, and fully franked dividends, benefiting from its dominant position in Australian banking. It appeals to those seeking dependable income and resilience. However, CBA trades at a premium, reflecting its quality. Meanwhile, Macquarie is a global diversified financial group with interests in asset management, infrastructure, commodities, and energy transition. Its earnings are more variable, influenced by market conditions and deal flow, but it offers greater long-term growth potential by adapting to evolving global trends. Investors must weigh CBA's consistent returns against Macquarie's growth flexibility in today's market.