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Updated Friday 25th October 2024

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Brent Crude edges up higher and is set to end the week with gains as Middle East crisis stays in focus.

10-year gilt yields edge slightly lower but are still hovering near 16-week highs as investors assess inflation implications.

UK government borrowing costs in focus after Chancellor changes debt rule with gilt yields.

Uncertainty surrounding the UK Budget prompts a fall in consumer confidence.

FTSE 100 opens lower at the end of the week with little to propel stocks higher.

UK Government borrowing figures show Chancellor is in tough position

Chinese demand fears keep a lid on Brent Crude prices

FTSE 100 down after mixed sessions in US and Asia

Brent Crude lifts slightly but still trading around $73 a barrel

Expectations the ECB will go further with interest rate cuts

Gold reaches fresh record highs of around $2730

FTSE 100 gains after China’s latest stimulus push

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