BBC
European shares have risen slightly in early trading, as another day of volatile trading is expected due to continuing concerns about the high levels of eurozone debt. The FTSE 100 was up 0.5%, while France's Cac had added 0.4% and Germany's Dax rose 0.7%.

Until recently, inflation has been the primary worry with rising fuel and food prices but the tables have turned and global growth concerns have been troubling investors. Over the past month we have seen gold reach record highs, increases in unemployment, and amid growth concerns the Bank of England keeping interest rates on hold. The ‘R’ word has been infiltrating the news again and people are tightening their belts.