Following Donald Trump's return to the White House, there are many changes in global markets this morning.
According to foreign media, Trump's tariff threats are dominating the situation, with the prospect of 10% tariffs on US imports from China next month weighing heavily on Asian markets.
Their European counterparts, currently spared by Trump's move, rose further, with the FTSE 100 0.3% higher.
The pound has fallen slightly during the day, but is still a cent higher against the dollar than it was yesterday at $1.23.
The pound was also lower against the euro, but still at €1.18, writes A2 CNN.
Bond markets are continuing to reflect concerns over the United Kingdom's public finances. (A2 Televizion)