Check out our round-up of the latest business and finance news. 

French markets in focus ahead of this weekend’s vote

All eyes are on French markets, as people head to the polls for this weekend’s presidential election.

IMF says global financial stability has improved

A new report from the IMF shows improvement, but there are risks ahead for Europe and the U.S.

Brexit knocks UK’s appeal as business destination in KPMG rankings

KPMG’s annual survey highlights nervousness of foreign investors due to Brexit uncertainty.

Mark Carney begs politicians not to rip up new financial rulebook

The Telegraph’s Ben Wright takes a closer look at Carney’s speech to the IIF’s Washington Policy Summit.