Softer equity tones continuing as markets officially get underway 18 Aug

  • FTSE -0.6%
  • DAX -0.8%
  • CAC40 -0.9%
  • FTMIB -0.9%
  • IBEX -0.9%

In China the SCI closes flat but up 1.9% for the week. Best in 4 months

CS1300 Index up +0.1% and 2.1% up on the week.