London markets rose in early trading, following growing confidence in the US and global economies. ...
London markets rose in early trading, following growing confidence in the US and global economies. The FTSE 100 climbed 10.43 points (0.24%) to 4,291.29 in early trading, mirroring developments in the far-East and North America. BSkyB led the pack this morning after UBS upgraded its rating to 'buy'. Shares climbed 2.73% to 442.75p on the news. Aviva followed close behind after yesterday announcing it was looking for a new finance director, up 2.51% to 326.25p. Shares in BT fell back after making gains earlier this week on the back of Government plans to support telecoms infrastruct...
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