Markets Hold, Miners Rise, Services Surprise | Bermuda News

London’s stock market holds steady as FTSE 100 barely moves while FTSE 250 climbs, both poised to end the week slightly lower. Globally, stocks face their worst week since mid-July amid bond market pressure, as U.S. Treasury Secretary hints at even more debt buybacks. Miners shine with gold and copper rising on a weaker dollar, lifting Antofagasta and Endeavour Mining. UK retail sales dip as expected after June’s surge, but services surprise with unexpected strength. BoE likely keeps rates unchanged next month, though traders bet on at least one hike by end of 2026. JD Sports rebounds after a plunge, while Hunting tumbles on profit forecast cuts tied to oil deal delays. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f115c838c0346fb5