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The FTSE 100 closed out last week by breaking through to a fresh all‑time high, underscoring a renewed wave of confidence in UK blue‑chip stocks. The index ended Friday at 10,910.55, marking a record close after also touching an intra‑day peak of 10,934.94 earlier in the session. This milestone capped a strong run in which …
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On 20 August 2025, the FTSE 100 hit a new all-time intraday high of 9,301.19, surpassing its previous records. It closed the day at 9,288.14, up 1.1%—a strong finish despite hotter-than-expected UK inflation and a tech sell-off dragging down Wall Street. The rally was driven by gains in heavyweight stocks like AstraZeneca, HSBC, Unilever, BAT, …
The FTSE 100 surged past the 9,000-point mark on 15th July 2025, setting a new all-time high and signalling renewed investor confidence in the UK’s economic outlook. Driven by strong performances in energy, banking, and AI-adjacent tech firms, the benchmark index shattered psychological resistance with broad-based gains. Much of the momentum came from robust earnings …
The FTSE 100 has made history, recording 15 consecutive days of gains—its longest winning streak since its inception in 1984. The index closed at 8,596.35 points, marking a 1.17% rise on the final day of the streak. This remarkable run comes amid the potential of easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China, with signs …
The FTSE 100, London’s premier stock index, has recently achieved a new all-time high, closing at 8,646.88 on 30th January 2025. This milestone marks a significant boost for the City of London, reflecting strong corporate performance, investor confidence, and favourable economic conditions. Factors driving the surge Several key factors have contributed to the FTSE 100’s …
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The FTSE 100, the UK’s premier stock market index, has recently reached unprecedented new highs, marking a significant milestone in the UK financial world. On 20th January 2025, the FTSE 100 closed at a record high of 8,548, surpassing the 8,500 barrier for the first time. This achievement is a testament to the resilience and …
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The FTSE 100 index comprises the 100 largest companies by market capitalisation. These companies are typically well-established and financially stable, making them reliable dividend payers. The average dividend yield for the FTSE 100 is around 3.97%. Here are ten dividend stocks in the FTSE 100 British American Tobacco (BATS) – Known for its high dividend yield, …
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The British luxury fashion house Burberry Group was relegated from the U.K.’s FTSE 100 on Wednesday 4th August 2024, amid declining sales and management upheavals, all adding to the challenges of the 168-year-old retailer This demotion represents a new setback for Burberry, with its share price having plummeted over 53% this year. Previous CEOs have …
The FTSE 100 soared past 8300, reaching a new record high amid busy trading as London markets reopened after the bank holiday. A catch-up trading session is evident, with mainland-listed stocks having a robust session on Monday 7th May 2024 and continuing to rise. The FTSE reached around 8335 in intraday trading. Wall Street also …
The UK FTSE 100 stock index has reached a new record closing price on Monday 22nd April 2024 The new all-time high was likely propelled by a weakening pound and reduced tensions in the Middle East. The FTSE 100 has been the laggard for many months. The index concluded Monday at 8023 points, setting a …
FTSE 100 index The FTSE 100 is the index of the 100 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange by market capitalization. It is one of the most widely used indicators of the UK economy and the performance of British businesses. The FTSE 100 had its best week of the year in the week ending …
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According the High Pay Centre, a thinktank that campaigns for fairer pay, the average pay of FTSE 100 chief executives is 103 times the £33,000 average salary for full-time UK workers. This means that by lunchtime on the third working day of 2024, a FTSE 100 company boss will have been paid more than a …
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Scaling the Summit: Markets Hit Record Highs Amid Global Uncertainty led by the Nasdaq and S&P 500 reflecting the AI race Global stock hit new highs October 2025 🌍 Country 📈 Index Name 🗓️ Date 🔝 Closing Value 🇺🇸 United States S&P 500 Oct 27 6,875.16 🇺🇸 United States Dow Jones Oct 27 47,544.59 🇺🇸 …
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On Friday 17th October 2025, a fresh wave of credit concerns erupted across financial markets, triggered by troubling disclosures from U.S. regional lenders Zions Bancorporation and Western Alliance. Both banks revealed significant exposure to deteriorating commercial real estate loans, reigniting fears of systemic fragility just months after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature …
European and American financial markets rallied following the announcement of a new trade pact between the EU and the U.S on Sunday 27th July 2025., easing months of escalating tensions. The deal introduces a 15% tariff on most EU exports to the United States—well below the previously threatened 30% rate—providing greater predictability across key sectors. …
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RELX plc stands today as one of the UK’s most quietly formidable global enterprises, a testament to strategic reinvention and technological foresight. Originally formed in 1993 from the merger of Reed International and Dutch giant Elsevier NV, RELX evolved from a conventional publishing conglomerate into a data-driven, analytics-centric powerhouse. Reed owned IPC Magazines and published …
Despite President Donald Trump’s renewed push for sweeping tariffs, global markets appear unfazed. Trump issued letters to 14 countries – including Japan, South Korea, and Malaysia—outlining new import levies ranging from 25% to 40%, set to take effect on 1st August 2025. More letters then followed. Yet, major indices like the FTSE 100 and Nikkei …
Global markets have been thrown into turmoil following the announcement of sweeping tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump U.S. tariffs, which include a 25% levy on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% increase on Chinese goods, have sparked fears of a global trade war. Retaliatory measures from Canada and China have only added …
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U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs have moved from threat to reality. U.S. President Donald Trump launched a series of tariffs on Saturday. U.S. imports from Mexico and Canada will face a 25% duty, while those from China will be subject to a 10% tariff. Energy resources from Canada will face a lower 10% tariff. Canada’s Prime Minister …
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The London Stock Market has recently been hailed as Europe’s best stock market! According to a survey by Bank of America, Wall Street says that the UK is now the most preferred equity market in Europe. This positive sentiment comes as the FTSE 100 hit recent highs, reflecting a shift in investor confidence towards the …
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U.S. shares gained on Tuesday 6th August 2024, signalling a tentative stabilisation in global markets after a period of significant declines. The Nasdaq, known for its tech-centric portfolio, along with the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500, all ended the day in more positive territory. This ‘lift’ came after a period of muted …
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Rolls-Royce, a prominent jet engine manufacturer for commercial aircraft along with power systems for ships and submarines and other major projects posted an underlying operating profit of £1.6 billion in 2023, compared to £652 million in 2022. Rolls-Royce was the top performer in the UK’s FTSE 100 in 2023, climbing over 200% on the back …
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Inflation and interest rate correlation The stock market is influenced by many factors, such as economic data, earnings reports, geopolitical events, investor sentiment, and technical indicators. Some analysts have suggested that the recent sell-off in the market may have created some oversold conditions that could lead to a relief rally or a bounce back in …
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Profits up! Rolls-Royce share price soared by 20% in july 2023 after it raised its profit guidance and reported strong demand in its jet engine and defence businesses. The company, which makes engines for aeroplanes, ships and submarines, repoertedly said it expects to make between £1.2 billion and £1.4 billion in underlying operating profit this …
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UK inflation fell to 4.6% in October 2023, down from 6.7% in September 2023. This is the lowest rate of price increases since 2021 and the bigger than expected fall should provide some relief to UK households gripped by the cost-of-living crisis. The main factors that contributed to the drop in inflation were largely due to lower energy prices, …
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