1. Bitcoin approaches all-time high, bolstered by ETF and whale activity
Analysts point to a global shift in sentiment towards spot-bitcoin exchange-traded funds, with regulators in the UK, Hong Kong and most recently Australia following America’s lead in allowing the investment products onto the traditional stock market.
2. McDonald's loses chicken Big Mac trademark
From now on, companies will be allowed to use 'Mac' in the advertising of poultry products or in the name of chains.
3. British Gas owner Centrica falls despite assurances over performance
British Gas owner said its performance so far this year has been in line with analyst expectations despite a return to a "more normalised" market backdrop, as gas prices retreat from the highs following the Ukraine invasion.
4. FTSE 100 live
Stocks climb after services inflation boost.
5. UK services inflation falls but Bank of England cut not expected this month
The S&P Global services purchasing managers' index was 52.9 in May, as expected, down from 55.0 in April.