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The S&P reached a further record high at closing yesterday, as disappointing economic data coming out of the US alleviated fears of an interest rate rise in the near future.

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Apple has reported the largest quarterly earnings in corporate history, with net profit rising to $18bn in the three months to December.

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US fund managers have "failed" their clients by focusing on preserving their careers rather than growing clients' capital, according to Baillie Gifford's Ian Tabberer.

Google shares moved sharply lower in after-hours trading following a disappointing update, with the negative sentiment that has blighted the sector showing no sign of abating.

Three of the top ten dividend payers globally in 2013 were British companies, while financials accounted for the greatest proportion of payouts, according to a new study by Henderson Global Investors.

Tech giant Apple has bought social media analytics firm Topsy Labs, according to reports.