Analysts forecast a fourth straight quarter of falling profits
The asset manager is exiting investments in coal used to generate power and asking clients to disclose climate risks
Consumer spending appeared to aid gains in the retail and hospitality sectors
Policymakers felt that the risks of a trade war and a disruptive Brexit had diminished
Investors remain nervous despite a year of big gains
The central bank referred the case to the Financial Conduct Authority
The benchmark rate has been raised to zero
The number of available positions rose 3.3%
After three cuts earlier this year, the central bank left its benchmark rate in a low range of 1.5% to 1.75%
Despite surging in October and November, gasoline prices are down 1.2% over the past year