US close: Dow closes above 50,000 as tech bounces back

6th Feb 2026 22:27

(Sharecast News) - Major indices closed sharply higher on Friday as tech stocks bounced back following a wave of heavy selling in recent days.

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Europe close: Markets end turbulent week in the green

6th Feb 2026 16:29

(Sharecast News) - European equity markets closed higher on Friday, with gains across the region despite a plunge in Stellantis, and a fragile global backdrop dominated by renewed volatility in technology shares.

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US consumer sentiment unexpectedly improves in February

6th Feb 2026 15:32

(Sharecast News) - US consumer sentiment unexpectedly improved in February, according to a preliminary survey released on Friday.

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Broker tips: Capita, International Workspace Group

6th Feb 2026 15:01

(Sharecast News) - Shore Capital initiated coverage of Capita on Friday with 'buy' rating as it said the company's ambition and strategy to return to growth and ultimately positive cash flows offered an opportunity from normalising the group's profile.

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