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Updated Friday 30th May 2025

Live blog covering today's important financial market events and news

Uncertainty weighs on oil prices

Dollar gains reverse on tariff flip flop

US initial jobless claims higher than expected, PCE inflation the focus for today

US courts keep tariffs on table for now

Investors weigh up concerns from the latest Fed minutes

Brent crude prices rise

US court slams brakes on tariffs

Crude oil claws back a little ground, as Trump shows his frustration with Putin and fresh sanctions look set to be on the table.

UK gilt yields dip back slightly, after IMF urges UK to stick to stable spending plans and upgrades growth prospects slightly.

FTSE 100 hangs onto gains with military contractors making progress in early trade.

Higher food price inflation is back in the trolley, and discounting eases off for non-food ranges.

Brent Crude prices steady at just under $65 a barrel, amid trade talks and looming OPEC meeting.

Investors’ hopes have been raised for more fruitful negotiations between the US and its trading partners.

FTSE 100 opens higher, heading towards February’s record levels.

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Investing during market uncertainty

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3 fund ideas for volatile times

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5 funds for 2025

5 ETFs for 2025

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Fund research

Asia and emerging markets review – what impact will tariffs have?

Bond funds review – a ‘safe haven’ in volatile times?

Marlborough Multi Cap Income: May 2025 fund update

Barings Europe Select: May 2025 fund update

Asia and emerging markets review – what impact will tariffs have?

Bond funds review – a ‘safe haven’ in volatile times?

Investment trust research

iShares S&P SmallCap 600 ETF: May 2025 update

iShares UK Dividend ETF: May 2025 update

Scottish American Investment Company: May 2025 update

Allianz Technology Trust: May 2025 update

Investment trust research

Scottish American Investment Company: May 2025 update

Allianz Technology Trust: May 2025 update

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