Follow http://www.cityindex.co.uk/market-analysis/ for all the latest spread betting news. Here, Ben Cooper of City Index brings you the key market activity on 27th May 2011. Headlines include:<br /><br />- The FTSE opened up 60 points today. Banks and mining stocks are the leading gainers so far today.<br /><br />- The DAX and CAC are also both positive, over 1% first thing after the markets opened.<br /><br />- Lloyds and RBS are both up over 2%. Find out why by watching this video.<br /><br />- Tate and Lyle released earnings figures, reporting a 7% increase in sales.<br /><br />- US consumption figures will be released at 1.30pm London time.<br /><br />- US Michigan consumer confidence numbers will be released at 2.55pm London time.<br /><br />Visit http://www.cityindex.co.uk/ for more spread betting and CFD trading market analysis from City Index.<br /><br />Spread betting and CFD trading are leveraged products which can result in losses greater than your initial deposit. Ensure you fully understand the risks.
