2018 highs and lows: five markets that have surged or slumped

Political and economic instability have created a dizzying year, with record highs and big fallsAfter hitting a record high in May, the blue-chip index of top London-listed shares weakened steadily to end the year down 12.5%. Worries about global growth hurt multinational companies such as miners, while domestic stocks including retailers and builders suffered from the Brexit deadlock in parliament. Continue reading...