Updates from RBS and Direct Line

A 46-point drop for the FTSE 100 yesterday, ending the day at 6,731. Croda International was the biggest contributor to pessimism with a -7.55% share hit, down to 2436p. Disappointing numbers from Shell saw it give up -5.16% to 2159.50p. BG Group, on the other hand, climbed +2.25% to 1273p.

The Dow Jones fell further, ending 73 points lower at 15,545. %VIRTUAL-SkimlinksPromo%