On Thursday, FTSE 100 experienced a pullback from the record high achieved in the previous session, primarily influenced by declines in HSBC shares that pressured the banking sector, although gains in mining stocks helped to mitigate the overall losses. The blue-chip index fell 0.4% to 9,511.79 as of 1043, while the mid-cap-focused index was up Read More
On Wednesday, FTSE 100 achieved a new intraday record, buoyed by substantial gains in financial stocks, while gold mining companies saw an uptick following the surge in bullion prices to unprecedented levels. The blue-chip FTSE 100 was up 0.6% at 9,536.39 as of 1042. Financials led gains, with the banks index up 1.4%. Lloyds Banking Read More
On Tuesday, FTSE 100 exhibited minimal movement as investors took a breather following the previous week’s rally, with the overall market downturn being counterbalanced by increases in prominent energy stocks. The blue-chip index was flat at 9,480.84 as of 1050, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 slipped 0.2%. Retailers led declines, slipping 0.8%. B&M opens new Read More
FTSE 100 experienced a decline on Monday as investors paused following last week’s rally that propelled the index to unprecedented levels. Additionally, the drop in shares of packaging company Mondi, following its quarterly results, contributed to the downward pressure. The blue-chip index briefly crossed 9,500 for the first time on Monday, marking its fifth consecutive Read More
FTSE 100 reached a new intraday record high on Friday, driven by advancements in financials and mining sectors, as increasing anticipations for a Federal Reserve interest rate reduction lifted sentiment across international markets. The blue-chip index was up 0.6% as of 0936. The asset is poised for a 2% increase this week, marking its most Read More
FTSE 100 exhibited little movement on Thursday, maintaining stability after two successive record-setting sessions. The performance was characterized by a decline in industrial stocks, which counterbalanced the advancements in financials. Meanwhile, Tesco shares experienced an uptick following the supermarket giant’s revision of its annual profit outlook upwards. The blue-chip index experienced an increase of 0.04% Read More
On Wednesday, the FTSE 100 reached a new intraday high, propelled by progress in the healthcare sector, as investors assessed the possible effects of the U.S. government shutdown on the upcoming release of key economic indicators. The blue-chip index rose 0.7% as of 0950, continuing its upward momentum from a record-breaking close in the previous Read More
London equities held steady on Tuesday, setting the stage for a favorable end to the third quarter. Meanwhile, ASOS faced a drop after the fashion retailer issued a revenue warning. The FTSE 100 has seen a modest increase of 0.1% as of 1122, while the FTSE 250 has risen by 0.2% amid fluctuating trading conditions, Read More
FTSE 100 experienced an uptick on Monday, driven by a surge in healthcare shares, amidst widespread gains. The benchmark FTSE 100 was up 0.6% at 09:36, while the domestically focused FTSE 250 rose 0.6%. Investors remained attentive to the looming possibility of a U.S. government shutdown, which could postpone crucial economic data releases. Healthcare stocks Read More
FTSE edged higher on Friday, buoyed by increases in travel and leisure shares, as investors remained largely unfazed by new tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. The benchmark FTSE 100 gained 0.38% at 0926 and is on track for a slight weekly gain. Trade tensions resurfaced after Trump on Thursday unveiled a fresh round Read More
