Ben Stokes pondering England captaincy future as nightclub incident fallout rumbles on Former England captain David Gower feared Stokes’ reign was already all but done The Independent UK · Jun 9
Why the EU economy should embrace digital currencies to become less dependent on the US Compared to other parts of the world, the EU on the whole has been fairly reluctant to embrace digital economic innovation. The bloc has been suspicious of cryptocurrencies, and treated them as a potential threat to a financial system where stability is paramount. The Conversation · Jun 9
Ben Stokes’ reign as England captain probably already in the past – David Gower Stokes and team-mate Gus Atkinson breached team protocols by ignoring a recently-imposed midnight curfew. The Independent UK · Jun 9
Stokes’ captaincy ‘could be in the past tense’ says former England cricket star IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 9
Ben Stokes’ England captaincy ‘in severe doubt’ after nightclub incident, David Gower says The ECB, the Cricket Regulator and Saracens are investigating events which took place at a London nightclub The Independent UK · Jun 9
Ben Stokes’ act of staggering stupidity has embarrassed English cricket at the worst moment Comment: After an Ashes debacle this winter during which England were forced to deny they had a toxic drinking culture, their captain’s nightclub incident alongside Gus Atkinson this week will only further fray the bond with the public The Independent UK · Jun 9
Why Is Ben Stokes Being Investigated? England Captain Faces Uncertain Future After Nightclub Incident Ben Stokes is under investigation by the ECB for a potential breach of team protocols following a nightclub incident after England's Test victory over New Zealand. International Business Times UK · Jun 9
Ben Stokes’ future as England Test captain uncertain after nightclub incident The England and Wales Cricket Board said it was investigating a ‘breach of team protocols’. The Independent UK · Jun 8
Ben Stokes Test place and England captaincy in doubt after nightclub incident It is understood that the timing contravened the team’s midnight curfew, which remained in effect despite the match's conclusion The Independent UK · Jun 8
ECB launch investigation into Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson nightclub 'incident' Pair under fire after ‘breach of team protocols’ Evening Standard · Jun 8
England cricket pair Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson involved in nightclub ‘incident’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 8
Ben Stokes’ future as England captain in doubt as ECB investigates nightclub ‘incident’ The pair are under investigation after a breach of team protocols The Independent UK · Jun 8
Stock Index Futures Climb as Tech Stocks Rebound, U.S. Inflation Data and SpaceX IPO Awaited June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.71%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +1.40% this morning, signaling a rebound from Friday’s selloff on Wall Street as investors stepped in to buy the dip in technology stocks even as tensions in the Middle East pushed oil… Barchart · Jun 8
Push to regulate bailiffs in England and Wales too slow, warns supervisory body A year after government pledge to regulate sector, ECB criticises ‘lack of visible progress’ and ‘no clear plan’ The Guardian - UK · Jun 8
The Economic Times · Jun 8 ECB to hike rates as Mideast war pushes up inflation The European Central Bank is poised to raise interest rates for the first time in two and a half years, driven by escalating inflation fueled by the Iran war's energy shock. Despite concerns about slowing growth, the ECB aims to reassure markets by tackling rising consumer prices, which have surpassed…
The Economic Times · Jun 5 RBI policy press conference: Here's everything that came up for discussion The Reserve Bank of India unveiled new measures to attract deposits and bolster the economy. Governor Sanjay Malhotra discussed strategies for economic growth and inflation management. The central bank aims to draw in foreign exchange through various initiatives. These steps are designed to ensure a stable economic environment and encourage…
Euronews · Jun 5 Eurozone economy shrinks by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2026 The 21-member euro area has entered negative territory for the first time in over a year, with a dramatic Irish contraction masking more nuanced performances across the bloc's major economies.
Bangkok Post · Jun 5 China among top gold buyers as bullion overtakes US Treasuries in global reserves: ECB China is one of the world's largest buyers of gold as central banks shift towards the precious metal, which has overtaken US Treasuries to become the world's top reserve asset amid higher valuations and its appeal as a geopolitical hedge, the European Central Bank said.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 3 Stokes defends Archer’s Test absence and warns strictness risks England exit Ben Stokes has defended England’s decision to excuse Jofra Archer from the start of the Test summer so he could compete in the Indian Premier League
Barchart · Jun 2 Dollar Recovers on US Labor Market Strength The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.02%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Tuesday and moved slightly higher after US Apr JOLTS job openings unexpectedly rose to a 23-month high, a hawkish factor for Fed policy. Also, hawkish comments from Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack boosted...
Evening Standard · Jun 2 Miners lift FTSE 100 while oil price heads lower Events in the Middle East continue to dictate the mood in the markets.
Barchart · Jun 2 Dollar Slips on US-Iran Peace Hopes The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.04%. Comments from President Trump have reduced safe-haven demand for the dollar when he said that negotiations with Iran are continuing "at a rapid pace" and he's optimistic the US can reach an interim peace deal with Iran" over the next...
International Business Times · Jun 2 Gold Overtakes U.S. Bonds As The World's Top Reserve Asset, ECB Says Gold has overtaken U.S. government bonds as the world's top reserve asset, according to the European Central Bank.
Euronews · Jun 2 Inflation hits 3.2%, highest since 2023: Are ECB rate hikes inevitable? Eurozone inflation rose to 3.2% in May, the highest since 2023, driven by energy and services. Markets now see an ECB rate hike next week as done deal.
Barchart · Jun 1 Stocks Close Higher on Hopes for Continued US-Iran Ceasefire Negotiations The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Monday rose +0.36%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) rose +0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) rose +0.66%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.32%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM26 ) rose...