1. US Federal Reserve to raise rates by 0.25% - first time since 2018
The Fed is set to implement its first rate rise since 2018 as chairman Jerome Powell tries to temper inflation without battering growth after a confidence-draining month for Western economies.
2. Lloyds favoured despite European banks' slashed forecasts – JP Morgan
JPMorgan has cut its earnings estimates for European banks by 14-15% a year in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
3. AFC Energy strikes deal with Keltbray to lease its fuel cell systems
It will be deployed at one of Keltbray’s construction sites, likely in London in the second quarter, with a roadmap outlined for further deployments later in the year.
4. Cellular Goods raises awareness for Look Better and Feel Better products
Cellular Goods PLC (LSE:CBX), the UK-based wellness company, has launched outdoor marketing campaigns in Manchester and London.
The campaign will run over the next two months and feature advertisements to be displayed on more than 100 digital screens and high-impact print billboards across prominent high-street locations.
5. Footsie finds gains on Monday
The FTSE 100 index closed 37.83 points, or 0.53% higher at 7,193.47 on Monday supported by reports that peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are making progress.