UK stock markets close down The FTSE 100 closed down at: 7328 The FTSE 250 closed down at: 19640 Only eight companies in the FTSE 100 finished in positive territory. The best performer was: Randgold Resources Ltd (RRS) – up 1.2% at £74.95 At the bottom was: Paddy Power Betfair …

Lenovo reports surprise loss. The Chinese computer manufacturer reported a surprise loss Friday, its first in almost two years. Lenovo also warned component supply difficulties would increase costs. Shares in Lenovo fell. www.lenovo.com  

European stock markets continue to slide. The FTSE 100, FTSE 250, DAX 30 & CAC 40 have all struggled to make gains this morning. The unsettled US political environment and the horrific terror attack in Spain are weighing heavy.  

Markets fall Wall Street’s market fall yesterday was closely followed down by Asian stocks on Friday. A number of collective incidents have led to this current market fall. Markets were already under pressure on Thursday as news of Donald Trump’s handling of the unrest in Charlottesville became clear. Reactions to …