FTSE 100 LIVE: Stocks Rise as GDP Data Signals Mixed Growth Outlook

The FTSE 100 traded higher as UK GDP data showed modest economic growth, signaling a mixed outlook for investors. While markets advanced on takeover news and strong corporate earnings, concerns persisted over political instability, weak services sector performance, and fragile private-sector momentum. Investor sentiment remained cautious as analysts weighed economic risks, leadership uncertainty, and the future direction of monetary policy.