Spotify shares slump as investors fret about impact of price rises
Market is watching closely for subscribers’ response to increased charges
Market is watching closely for subscribers’ response to increased charges

Price increases and cost-cutting led to streamer’s first annual profit last year

Increase will come as music-streaming company aims for continued profitability

Streaming group swings to net loss in second quarter, sending shares down 11%

Biggest music streaming site adds record 38mn users in December quarter

The market’s calm in the face of war is beginning to crack

Political pressure in response to public anxiety will demand policy responses