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US close: Tech stocks lead markets higher, Dow ekes out new high
Mon 09 February 2026 21:35
(Sharecast News) - All three of Wall Street's benchmark indices finished higher on Monday, with tech stocks outperforming on a quiet day ahead of some closely anticipated economic data and corporate earnings over the coming days.
London close: Stocks inch higher, but political risk limits upside
Mon 09 February 2026 16:42
(Sharecast News) - London's FTSE 100 managed to finish marginally higher on Monday after a brief stint in the red, though stocks were more or less rangebound with the UK benchmark index already trading near its all-time high.
Europe close: Markets rise on Japan election cheer
Mon 09 February 2026 16:12
(Sharecast News) - European equity markets closed higher on Monday, tracking strong gains in Asia after Japan's prime minister Sanae Takaichi and her ruling Liberal Democratic Party secured a decisive victory in Sunday's national election.
Asia report: Tokyo jumps as Takaichi secures election victory
Mon 09 February 2026 11:01
(Sharecast News) - Asia-Pacific equity markets advanced on Monday, led by sharp gains in Japan after prime minister Sanae Takaichi secured a historic election victory that investors viewed as supportive of growth-oriented economic policy.
London midday: FTSE dips into the red; UK politics in focus
Mon 09 February 2026 10:44
(Sharecast News) - London stocks had dipped into the red by midday on Monday as investors weighed the latest political developments in the UK against a surge in Japan's Nikkei, after prime minister Takaichi secured a landslide victory in Sunday's general
Europe open: Shares jump as Nikkei hits record after Japan election
Mon 09 February 2026 08:08
(Sharecast News) - European shares made a strong start on Monday morning as investors rode the wave from Asia after Japan's Sanae Takaichi and her ruling Liberal Democratic Party won a massive victory in Sunday's national election.