UK stock markets

London Stock Exchange

The best-known UK stock markets are the blue-chip FTSE 100, the mid-cap FTSE 250, and the more lightly regulated Alternative Investment Market (Aim), which is largely for smaller, more speculative stocks.

Recent articles (3)

This bear will bite to the bone

(21 November 08)– Subscriber only Secure padlock

The recession is biting hard, says Merryn Somerset Webb. And finding value in the stock markets is becoming nigh on impossible.

Stock market traders

Will we see a year-end rally?

(12 November 08)

This time of year is typically a good time to buy shares, says Dominic Frisby. These are anything but typical times – but what should traders watch out for if they hope to catch a rebound before the bear market takes over again?

Hedge funds must adapt or die

(07 November 08)– Subscriber only Secure padlock

The hedge fund industry is heading for an almighty shake-out, says Simon Nixon. At least one third look set to disappear - and the rest must adapt to survive.