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The FTSE 100 index in London weakened today as European markets traded with mixed results and investors reacted to ongoing political developments in the United Kingdom. The FTSE 100 slipped as traders balanced economic data, corporate earnings, and political news involving Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership. The setback on the UK blue-chip index came amid…

We start with a big picture view. In 2025, the FTSE 100 delivered one of its strongest performances in years. The blue‑chip UK stock index surged more than 21 % year‑to‑date, outperforming many global markets and setting record closing highs. But as the year draws to a close, there’s a twist. Despite this impressive gain, uncertainty hangs…

On December 22, 2025, the FTSE 100 drifted into the red as traders reacted to lacklustre UK economic news. We saw the benchmark index slide lower, highlighting investor caution and growing fears over the UK’s growth outlook. Markets have been sensitive this week, with thin holiday trading and mixed global cues also adding to volatility. Britain’s GDP expanded…