Trading Update
19-Mar-14, 12:00pm: The latest post on our spread betting blog takes a look at several key markets including a comparison of the DAX and S&P 500.

Dollar Remains Weak Ahead of Yellens First FOMC Press Conference

Update by Gordon Childs, Editor,
21-Mar-14, 10:37am:

Yen and Gold Rally on Ukranian Concerns



With geopolitical tensions continuing in Ukraine and Yellen’s rate comments, there is an air of anxiety in financial markets.



Update by Ishaq Siddiqi, Market Analyst,
24-Mar-14, 9:02am: The latest video on our trading blog takes a look at the latest goings on in the financial markets.

Dollar Surges as Yellen Points to Shorter Timescale for Rate Hike

Update by Gordon Childs, Editor,
24-Mar-14, 9:14am:

Chinese Stimulus Discussion Boosts Crude Oil



Crude oil is heading higher this morning to tests resistance as China considers stimulus packages.

The dollar is seeing a little weakness and stock markets indices are struggling for gains.



Update by Craig Inglis, Head of Product Development,
24-Mar-14, 10:19am:

Stock Markets Ignore Weak Chinese Data



Indices are rising despite weaker Chinese PMI data and news that Russia has taken the last naval base in Ukraine.



Update by Joe Rundle, Market Analyst,