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Updated Friday 13th March 2026

Updates from HL’s experts covering important financial market events

Energy markets see a rare moment of calm, but no sign of easing

US markets stumble as investors begin to price in a prolonged conflict

UK economy flatlines in January, UK stocks open lower

Stable US CPI inflation offers markets a ray of light

Buyer demand for UK houses dries up in February

FTSE 100 opens down as oil price climbs back to $100

Futures for Europe and the US are mixed – noting that the war is far from over

Following dramatic spikes earlier in the week, the oil price fell to below $90

UK retail sales broadly flat for February

Global markets rebound after oil price swings

Sign of cracks in US labour market compound concerns

Oil prices race past $100 as Iran’s neighbours turn off the taps

Stocks extend last week’s losses

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