The FTSE 100 index experienced a slight decline, reflecting a mixed day for European markets overall.

Silver prices experienced continued increases on the morning of Monday, August 10, 2026, maintaining an upward trend.

The FTSE 100 fund experienced a 4 percent increase, indicating a strong performance for UK shares even during a heatwave.

A number of newly appointed chief executives tasked with revitalizing FTSE 100 stalwarts are receiving shareholder approval, benefiting from a 'new boss bounce' effect.

Silver prices are rising in early trading, driven by optimism surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, while oil prices are dipping due to news related to Iran. This market movement reflects geopolitical influences on commodity prices.

The FTSE 100 is expected to lag, with UK stocks showing weakness, as oil prices decline amid optimism surrounding developments related to Iran.

The FTSE 100 Index has achieved new record intraday highs, reaching 10979.24 on Thursday, despite ongoing geopolitical concerns related to the Iran war.

The FTSE 100 index achieved a new record high, driven by positive earnings reports and gains in oil companies like BP and Shell, amid strengthening oil prices.

The FTSE 100 has fallen and the dollar has jumped due to safe-haven flows as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies.

A report by the High Pay Centre reveals that the median remuneration for FTSE 100 CEOs has climbed to a record £5.06 million, significantly widening the earnings gap with average workers in the UK.

Top shareholders of FTSE 100 energy group DCC are opposing an 'improved' £5.7 billion takeover offer from KKR and Energy Capital Partners, stating that the bid significantly undervalues the company.

UK bonds are at the forefront of a broader European market selloff, driven by renewed concerns and fears about rising inflation.

Computacenter, a new entrant to the FTSE 100, saw its shares increase as the hardware reseller capitalizes on the growing demand for data center infrastructure driven by the artificial intelligence boom.

The FTSE 100 closed up 0.3% while the DAX index reached a new record high in Frankfurt, reflecting positive movements in European stock markets.

The FTSE 100 blue-chip index saw losses cut as Downing Street actively promoted a new defence plan, influencing market performance.

An international market recap from June 23 highlights how political uncertainty and weakness in the tech sector pressured indices like the FTSE 100 and Nikkei 225.

A recap of international markets on June 18, noting that hawkish central bank signals pressured the FTSE 100, while a risk-on mood lifted the Nikkei 225.

Oil prices fell below $80 a barrel for the first time since March following a US-Iran peace deal that is expected to allow Iran to immediately export crude oil. The agreement also led to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns about supply disruptions and lifting financial markets like the FTSE 100.

UBS predicts that the FTSE 100 index could either surge by 19% or slump by 26%, with its trajectory heavily dependent on the performance of commodities and bonds.

Global stock markets experienced mixed results, with the FTSE 100 closing slightly up, as investors reacted to a lack of significant progress in the Middle East.

The FTSE 100 index saw gains driven by mining stocks, while oil prices fell, with market sentiment continuing to be influenced by developments in the Middle East.

The FTSE 100 closed up slightly, while oil prices sank, both movements attributed to growing optimism for peace.

The FTSE 100 closed up 0.1% at 10,443.47, showing a slight increase despite a rise in oil prices.

FTSE 100 group Landsec announced stronger than expected growth in rental income, with occupancy levels reaching a 20-year high. The report highlights positive performance in the UK property market.

The FTSE 100 closed down 0.4% at 10,233.07 points, as London stocks drifted lower due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

The FTSE 100 index closed down significantly, with banks particularly affected, as concerns over a potential war involving Iran weighed on the market.

The FTSE 100 closed down 57.99 points at 10,321.09.

This article explains the broader impact of falling share prices and stock market indexes like the FTSE 100 on the daily lives of individuals, beyond just financial experts.

London's FTSE 100 index is anticipated to open lower, with market sentiment influenced by oil prices holding above the $100 per barrel mark.

The demerger of Primark is set to create two pure-play companies, both expected to become FTSE 100 constituents given their scale.

Stock markets experienced another decline as investors were cautioned about increased volatility stemming from the ongoing conflict in Iran, despite the FTSE 100 showing a year-to-date gain.

Global markets, including the FTSE 100 and Dow, continue to experience volatility and rising oil prices due to escalating Middle East tensions, with analysts advising patience as stocks slide. The Dow has confirmed a correction, reflecting broader market concerns.

The index closed down 98.31 points, 0.9%, at 10,305.29.

Nato and other Western allies pushed back on US President Donald Trump’s demand that military alliance members help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Spreadbetter IG has seen its shares rise by almost 90 percent since Breon Corcoran took over as chief executive in early 2024, transforming the company from a fringe player to a FTSE 100 constituent.

The FTSE 100 experienced a significant decline as investors adopted a 'risk off' stance, while Legal & General delivered unexpected news.

The FTSE 100 index rallied significantly, closing up 1.6% at 10,412.24 points, as investor concerns over inflation began to ease.

London's appeal as an investment hub is reportedly diminishing due to ongoing global conflicts, impacting the mining, energy, and defence sectors that previously boosted the FTSE 100.

ConvaTec has emerged as a top gainer on the FTSE 100 index, driven by higher revenue figures and an optimistic raised outlook.

The FTSE 100 index closed at a record high, with gains from companies like Rolls-Royce and LSEG helping to offset a slump in the mining sector.

The FTSE 100 index ended up 1.2% at 10,806.41, a record close.

It marked the second day in a row the index has closed much as it started, despite headwinds over US tariffs and fears over AI disruption.

Average number of female FTSE 100 CEOs stalled at nine last year, the same number as 2024, review says Campaigners have bemoaned the “achingly slow” progress made on gender equality at the top of Brit

The FTSE 100 saw gilts and UK stocks rise, driven by a raft of positive economic data.

The FTSE 100 index achieved a record high, closing up 0.8% at 10,556.17, fueled by increasing hopes for future interest rate cuts.

Futures, Global Markets Rise With US Markets Closed For President's Day Stocks gained, bitcoin tumbled and bonds steadied after Friday's cool CPI data reinforced expectations that the Fed will cut interest rates on multiple occasions this year. With US markets closed for the Presidents’ Day holiday and mainland China’s markets closed for Lunar New Year holidays, trading was muted on Monday. As of 9:00am ET, futures on the S&P 500 added 0.4% and Europe’s Stoxx 600 index rose 0.4% as banking shares rebounded from a sharp decline last week. German bunds and Treasury futures were steady after US yields touched the lowest since December on Friday. The path of US interest rates remains in focus following Friday’s slower-than-expected US inflation print as traders fully price a Fed cut in July and the strong chance of a move in June.   “The backdrop for equities is positive post CPI,” said Andrea Gabellone, head of global equities at KBC Securities. At the same time, there could be “more dispersion ahead as sentiment around key AI-exposed sectors is still very critical,” he added.  That sentiment was echoed by other strategists seeking to distinguish between AI losers and winners. A JPMorgan Chase & Co. team led by Mislav Matejka urged caution on stocks at risk of AI-driven “cannibalization,” including software, business services and media companies. Meanwhile, banks are developing baskets to capitalize on the divergence: as we first reported last Thursday, Goldman launched a new basket of software stocks that goes long firms that will benefit from AI adoption, while shorting the companies whose workflows could be replaced. With AI disruption rippling through markets, a lot will come down to earnings resilience, in particular in the US.  “When you look at the current earnings season, the companies are showing 13% of growth,” Nataliia Lipikhina, head of EMEA equity strategy at JPMorgan, told Bloomberg TV. “Overall, this is the reason why we continue to be positive on the S&P.” Later this week, traders will be watching for ADP private payrolls numbers on Tuesday and the minutes from the Fed’s January meeting on Wednesday for a fresh read on the economy. European stocks gained with bank shares rebounding, after posting their biggest weekly decline since April on worries about disruption from artificial intelligence. The basic resources sector lags, with Norsk Hydro among Europe’s worst performers as both Goldman Sachs and RBC downgrade the stock. Stoxx 600 rises 0.4% to 620.26 with 253 members down, 336 up, and 11 unchanged. Here are some of the biggest movers on Monday:  NatWest shares rise as much as 4%, the most since October, as Citi analyst Andrew Coombs raises his price target on the UK bank to a Street-high. Seraphim Space shares rise as much as 9.2%, briefly hitting a new all-time high, after the space tech investment firm said the valuations of its four largest holdings increased over the final months of 2025. AECI shares rally as much as 6.1%, the most since July, after the South African commercial-explosives maker shared improved 2025 headline earnings per share guidance. Orsted shares rise as much as 3.8% after analysts at Kepler raise the recommendation to buy from hold over the Danish renewable energy firm’s outlook, despite ongoing uncertainty for the industry in the US. Norsk Hydro shares fall as much as 4.4%, extending Friday’s 5.9% earnings-triggered drop, after being downgraded at Goldman Sachs and RBC over disappointments and pricing pressures in the Norwegian aluminum company’s downstream business. Galderma shares slip as much as 2.2% after naming Luigi La Corte as its new chief financial officer following the news back in July that Thomas Dittrich was departing. Pinewood Technologies shares tumble as much as 32%, the most since April 2024, after Apax Partners said on Friday it will not proceed with a possible cash offer for the car dealership software provider. FlatexDEGIRO shares drop as much as 7.2% after BNP Paribas downgraded the online brokerage firm to neutral from outperform, saying the price reflects too much optimism about its market position in Germany. Maurel & Prom shares slump as much as 12%, pulling back after ending last week at a 2015-high, after announcing it is not currently authorized to resume oil and gas operations in Venezuela. Barratt Redrow shares fall as much as 3.7%, leading a drop in British homebuilders after Rightmove said house prices are stalling. Asian stocks slipped for a second day, led by declines in Japan as traders booked profits after last week’s post-election rally. Several markets were closed or held shortened trading sessions for the Lunar New Year holiday. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index was down 0.1%. Japan’s Topix Index fell 0.8%, with Mizuho Financial Group Inc. and Toyota Motor Corp. among the companies contributing to the index’s losses.In Hong Kong, AI model developer Minimax Group Inc. surged as much as 30% to more than four times its original listing price, while competitor Knowledge Atlas JSC Ltd. ended 4.7% higher. The market will be closed until Thursday. As investors across the region begin to reevaluate their bets on its artificial-intelligence-driven rally, traders in Japan cashed in gains driven by expectations of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s proactive spending policies last week.Trading in Singapore ended early Monday and will be shut until Wednesday. Equity markets in mainland China, South Korea, Indonesia and Vietnam were closed.  In FX, the yen is the notable mover in currencies, weakening 0.5% against the dollar and pushing USD/JPY back above 153. The offshore yuan is one of the better performers against the greenback. The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index rises 0.1%. There is no cash trading in Treasuries due to the Presidents’ Day holiday. European government bonds are little changed In commdities, gold dipped below $5,000 an ounce, as traders booked profits from a gain in the previous session. Bitcoin tried anf ailed to stage a modest rebound; it last traded around $68,275 after posting its fourth consecutive weekly loss, with the cryptocurrency struggling to find clear direction as a weekend rally fizzled once the momentum ignition algos emerged.  WTI crude futures tread water near $62.90 a barrel.  Top Headlines President Trump said there will be voter ID rules in the mid-term elections this year, whether Congress approves it or not, and they will present a legal argument in an Executive Order. Furthermore, Trump said he has searched the depths of legal arguments not yet articulated nor vetted on this subject, and they will be presenting an irrefutable one in the very near future. Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US: RTRS Pentagon threatened to cut its ties with Anthropic over the company’s insistence that some limitations are kept on how the military uses its AI models: RTRS UK eyes rapid ban on social media for under 16s, curbs to AI chatbots: RTRS Rampant AI Demand for Memory Is Fueling a Growing Chip Crisis: BBG Warner Bros. Weighs Reopening Sale Negotiations With Paramount: BBG Companies Are Replacing CEOs in Record Numbers—and They’re Getting Younger: WSJ Europe aims to rely less on US defence after Trump's Greenland push: RTRS DOJ Tells Lawmakers Epstein File Redactions Complied With LawL BBG For College Applicants, Pressure to Make Summers Count Has Gotten Even Worse: WSJ Fed's Goolsbee (2027 voter) said on Friday that they are still seeing pretty high services inflation, and he hopes they have seen the peak impact of tariffs, while he added that the job market has been steady, with only modest cooling.  The Break Is Over. Companies Are Jacking Up Prices Again: WSJ Trade/Tariffs USTR Greer said the US and Ecuador expect to sign a trade agreement in the coming weeks. China will waive import value-added taxes on selected seeds, genetic resources, and police dogs through to 2030 to increase agricultural competitiveness and breeding capacity. It was also reported that China will grant zero-tariff access to 53 African nations from May 1st, according to Bloomberg. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his French and German counterparts that China and the EU are partners, not rivals, while he added that China and the EU should manage differences, deepen practical cooperation and work together on global challenges. A more detailed look at global markets courtesy of Newsquawk APAC stocks began the week in the green but with gains limited following a lack of major fresh catalysts from over the weekend and amid thinned conditions owing to holiday closures in the region and North America. ASX 200 traded marginally higher with upside led by tech, although gains are capped by underperformance in the utilities, mining, materials and resources sectors, while participants also digested a slew of earnings releases. Nikkei 225 traded indecisively with the index constrained by disappointing Japanese preliminary Q4 GDP data, which showed the economy returned to growth but failed to meet expectations with GDP Q/Q at 0.1% (exp. 0.4%), and annualised GDP at 0.2% (exp. 1.6%). Hang Seng finished higher in a shortened trading session on Chinese New Year's Eve but with upside limited by tech weakness amid some confusion after the Pentagon added several companies including Baidu, Cosco, BYD, Huawei, Nio, SMIC, Tencent, and more to a list of Chinese firms aiding the military on Friday, but then withdrew the updated list shortly after it was posted. Furthermore, price action was also restricted by the closure of mainland markets and the absence of stock connect flows, which will remain shut for more than a week. US equity futures kept afloat in quiet trade amid the absence of drivers and participants. European equity futures indicate a mildly positive cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures up 0.1% after the cash market closed with losses of 0.4% on Friday. Asian Headlines Chinese President Xi called for the anchoring of economic growth around domestic demand as its main driver, in a speech during a key policy meeting late last year that was released on Sunday. China is to establish a permanent financial support framework to promote rural revitalisation and prevent a slide back into poverty, which represents a shift from transitional aid to long-term support. China’s market regulator summoned major online platform companies on Friday, including Alibaba, Douyin and Meituan, while it directed them to comply with laws and regulations, and rein in promotional practices, according to Bloomberg. US Secretary of State Rubio and Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral ties. Disney (DIS) sent a ‘cease and desist’ letter to ByteDance over Seedance 2.0 and alleged that ByteDance has been infringing on its IP to train and develop an AI video generation model without compensation, according to Axios. It was later reported that ByteDance said it would curb its AI video app following Disney's legal threats, according to the BBC. RBI tightened rules for loans provided to brokers and proprietary firms in an effort to reduce market speculation FX DXY eked slight gains in rangebound trade after a lack of major catalysts and with US participants away on Monday. EUR/USD was little changed amid the absence of any major macro catalysts and with light newsflow from the bloc, while comments from ECB President Lagarde and news that the ECB is to make its repo backstop available to other central banks across the world, did little to spur price action. GBP/USD held on to most of Friday's spoils but with price action contained by resistance around 1.3650 and following comments from BoE's Mann that the UK economy is sluggish and tepid, with consumers spending less due to being scarred by high inflation. USD/JPY edged higher and returned to above the 153.00 level in the aftermath of the weaker-than-expected preliminary Q4 GDP data for Japan. Antipodeans were mixed with little fresh macro drivers and a lack of tier-1 data from either side of the Tasman. Fixed Income 10yr UST futures traded little changed and held on to last week's spoils after returning above the 113.00 level in the aftermath of the softer US inflation data, while price action was contained to start the week by the closure of US cash markets for Washington's Birthday. Bund futures lacked demand in the absence of any major catalysts and with light newsflow from the bloc. 10yr JGB futures were marginally higher following disappointing preliminary GDP data for Q4, but with gains limited after failing to sustain a brief reclaim of the 132.00 level. Commodities Crude futures were rangebound amid light energy-specific newsflow from over the weekend and after last Friday's indecisive performance, where attention was on a source report that noted OPEC+ is leaning towards resuming oil output hikes from April, but with no decision made. Slovak PM Fico said he has information that the Druzhba pipeline has been fixed after damage in Ukraine, although he believes that supplies to Hungary and Slovakia have become a part of political blackmail. Spot gold took a breather after edging higher in the aftermath of the recent softer-than-expected US inflation data, with price action also contained by the holiday closures across Asia and North America. Copper futures were subdued, with their largest buyer away for more than a week due to the Chinese New Year/Spring Festival holiday. Texas venture-backed startup Hertha Metal vowed mass production of steel with 25% cost savings, which could reduce US reliance on imports. Geopolitics: Middle East US military is preparing for potential operations against Iran that could last for weeks if US President Trump orders an attack and the US fully expects Iran to retaliate, according to sources cited by Reuters. US President Trump told Israeli PM Netanyahu during a meeting in December that he would support Israel striking Iran’s ballistic missile program if the US and Iran are not able to reach a deal, according to CBS. Iran confirmed that indirect talks between the US and Iran will resume in Geneva on Tuesday under the mediation of Oman, while Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi left for Geneva on Sunday. Iranian diplomat said Iran is open to nuclear deal compromises if the US discusses lifting sanctions, while it was also reported that Iran said potential energy, mining and aircraft deals are on the table in talks with the US. Israel’s cabinet approved the proposal to register West Bank lands as ‘state property’, while Palestinians condemned the ‘de facto annexation’ which Peace Now said likely amounts to a ‘mega land grab’. Geopolitics: Ukraine US President Trump said on Friday that Ukrainian President Zelensky is going to have to get moving and that Russia wants to get a deal. US Secretary of State Rubio said they don’t know if Russia is serious about finding an end to the war in Ukraine and will continue to test it, while it was reported that he met with Ukrainian President Zelensky on security and deepening defence and economic partnerships. Ukrainian drones targeted Russia’s Taman seaport and fuel tanks in the Black Sea region. UK and European allies were reported on Friday to be weighing seizing Russian shadow fleet ships and tightening curbs on Russia's economy. French Foreign Minister Barrot said some G7 nations have expressed a willingness to proceed with a maritime services ban on Russian oil, which they hope to include in the 20th sanctions package that they are actively preparing. Geopolitics: Other European Commission President von der Leyen said that they face the very distinct threat of outside forces trying to weaken their union, while she added that mutual defence is not an optional task for the European Union; it is an obligation within their own treaty, and it is their collective commitment to stand by each other in case of aggression. Pentagon said the US military struck an alleged drug cartel boat in the Caribbean, which killed three people. DB's Jim Reid concludes the overnigt wrap I hope you all had a good weekend. To stay in Winter Olympics mood the family watched "Cool Runnings" last night. I haven't seen it for 32 years. Please don't tell anyone but I had a few tears in my eyes at the end. I blamed it on the hay fever that has now started. There will be a lot of tears out there in markets for other reasons at the moment. Just two weeks ago, the idea of AI-driven disruption still felt like an abstract, almost academic thought experiment—something we could safely revisit once we had clearer evidence of how AI would be deployed and integrated across the economy. Fast forward 14 days, and markets have wiped out well over a trillion dollars of global equity value on the fear that AI could fundamentally reshape business models and compress profitability across a wide range of industries, including software, legal services, IT consulting, wealth management, logistics, insurance, real estate brokerage and commercial real estate. Some of the sell off in “old economy” sectors feels overdone to me. But as I argued in our 2026 World Outlook back in November, the real challenge is that even by the end of this year we still won’t have enough evidence to identify the structural winners and losers with confidence. That leaves plenty of room for investors’ imaginations—both optimistic and pessimistic—to run wild. As such big sentiment swings will continue to be the order of the day. My instinct is that the reaction in things like commercial real estate, for example, has been particularly exaggerated. Markets seem to be extrapolating a scenario in which vast numbers of white collar workers are made redundant almost overnight, leading to a dramatic collapse in office demand. If that view turns out to be correct, we’ll be facing societal challenges far larger than anything currently being priced into equities. While trying to catch a falling knife may be too risky for many, beginning to cushion the descent could be sensible in many old economy sectors. Markets can’t sustain a disruption narrative across multiple sectors for months or quarters without concrete evidence — and that evidence is likely to take much longer to emerge. Fascinating times. As for this week, today is a US holiday but inflation will remain in the spotlight at a global level after Friday's slightly softer US CPI which helped contribute to a decent rates rally to end the week. Prints are due in the US (PCE - Friday), the UK (Wednesday), Canada (Tuesday) and Japan (Friday). Other economic highlights will include the FOMC minutes (Wednesday), Q4 GDP in the US (Friday), as well as the global flash PMIs (Friday). Earnings reports will feature Walmart (Thursday), Nestlé (Thursday) and BHP (today). It's the earnings calm before next week's Nvidia storm. In the US, this holiday shortened week (President's Day today) features a data calendar dominated by releases that were pushed back by last year’s government shutdown. The most consequential updates will land on Friday, when the advance estimate of Q4 GDP arrives alongside December’s personal income and consumption figures—key inputs for shaping expectations for the early part of this year. For markets assessing the underlying pulse of demand heading into 2026, private final sales to domestic purchasers (PFDP) will carry more weight than the headline GDP print. This indicator—closely monitored by Fed Chair Powell—is expected by our economists to slow to 2.0% from 2.9% in Q3, though risks appear tilted upward. One swing factor: Wednesday’s durable goods report, where modest gains outside of transportation could soften the deceleration. On the consumer front, real PCE growth is expected to cool to 2.5% after two quarters of outsized strength but should still signal ample momentum heading into the new year. Friday’s income and spending report will also offer the latest reading on core PCE, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge. Our economists expect another 0.4% monthly increase for December, lifting the year over year rate to 2.9%. Updated seasonal factors from last week’s CPI release suggest some mild downward pressure on inflation trends in the second half of 2025. Still, January’s CPI data, although softer than we anticipated, do not translate into equivalent relief for core PCE—in fact, our team currently sees another 0.4% gain for January's release (delayed until March 13th). Depending on the strength of medical services, airfare, and portfolio management components in the upcoming PPI report, a 0.5% monthly rise cannot be ruled out, which would push the year over year rate toward 3.1%. So don't get too excited about the softer CPI last week and the huge rates rally. Additional releases this week will help clarify whether recent severe winter weather has disrupted factory sector activity. January industrial production, due Wednesday, should benefit from a jump in utility output, while weather effects may weigh on the Empire State Survey tomorrow and the Philadelphia Fed survey on Thursday. Labor market data will also be in focus, particularly Thursday’s jobless claims, which line up with the survey week for the February employment report. As our economists have pointed out, private nonfarm job gains have averaged 103k over the past three months, slightly above the pace at this point in 2025 and matching the start of 2024. See their latest US employment chartbook here. This week will also feature a dense lineup of Federal Reserve speakers which you can see alongside all the key global data in the day-by-day week ahead calendar at the end as usual. Moving away from the US, inflation will also be in focus in Japan (Friday) and Canada (tomorrow). For the former, our Chief Japan Economist sees the January nationwide CPI showing a slowdown in both core CPI inflation ex. fresh food to 2.1% YoY (+2.4% in December) and core-core CPI inflation ex. fresh food and energy to 2.7% (+2.9%). Also important will be the global flash PMIs due on Friday as a health check on global growth. In Europe, the spotlight will be on UK inflation (Wednesday), with labour market data due tomorrow and retail sales on Friday. Our UK economist expects headline CPI inflation to drop to 3.0% YoY (3.4% in December) and core CPI also landing at 3.0% YoY (3.2% YoY). See more in his full preview here. In terms of key rate decisions, the RBNZ are expected to remain on hold on Wednesday. Finally, the Munich Security Conference wrapped up over the weekend, where key topics included Ukraine, Russia, and the fate of Greenland. And while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s speech was nothing like Vice President JD Vance’s at last year’s conference, which triggered a “wake-up” call for European leaders, Rubio reiterated the administration’s view that Europe needed to leave behind its focus on energy policies, trade and mass migration. Recapping last week now, the tech volatility that has dogged markets since the start of the month broadened into a far more indiscriminate sell-off. The trough came on Thursday, marked by a sharp drop in software stocks, but the weakness extended well beyond tech. Companies across wealth management, real estate and financials suffered double digit declines, underscoring how widespread the pullback has become. Market breadth confirmed this shift as the equal weighted S&P 500 fell -1.37% on Thursday, though it managed to finish the week up +0.29% (+1.04% on Friday). Ultimately, the sell-off left the major US indices on the back foot: the S&P 500 slipped -1.39% (+0.05% on Friday), the Nasdaq lost -2.10% (-0.22% on Friday), and the Magnificent 7 slid -3.24% (-1.11% on Friday). Although the AI scare dominated sentiment, a heavy slate of US data also shaped the market narrative. Early in the week, softer prints—including flat December retail sales, a dovish Q4 Employment Cost Index, and slower Q4 growth expectations from the Atlanta Fed—pushed Treasury yields lower across the curve. That picture shifted midweek after a stronger than expected January jobs report, which delivered the largest gain in nonfarm payrolls (+130k vs. +65k expected) since December 2024 and reinforced confidence that the US economy carried solid momentum into 2026. Then on Friday, January CPI came in below expectations, adding another dovish note. Although the data offered mixed signals at times, the overall takeaway was sufficiently dovish for traders to increase the number of expected rate cuts by December 2026 to 63.4bps (+7.7bps on the week). This helped drive the largest weekly drop in the 10 year Treasury yield since August 2025, down -15.8bps (-5.0bps on Friday) to 4.05%. The 2 year yield also moved sharply lower, falling -8.9bps to 3.41% (-4.8bps on Friday), its lowest level since 2022. European markets, meanwhile, delivered a comparatively resilient performance. The STOXX 600 (+0.09%, -0.13% Friday), DAX (+0.78%, +0.25% Friday) and FTSE 100 (+0.74%, +0.42% Friday) all posted modest gains for the week. European sovereign bonds rallied as well, with the 10 year bund yield dropping -8.7bps—its steepest weekly decline since April 2025. That move was outpaced by gilts, which fell -9.8bps (-3.6bps on Friday) despite a sharp early week sell-off triggered by renewed questions surrounding Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s position. Elsewhere, performance was mixed. Brent crude edged down -0.44% (+0.34% on Friday), while gold extended its upward run, rising +1.56% (+2.43% on Friday). Will London’s half term week finally give us a quiet week in 2026? You’d probably have to guess at ‘unlikely’. Tyler Durden Mon, 02/16/2026 - 09:40

UK stocks are anticipated to fall again, while the British pound maintains a steady position in the market.

The FTSE 100 is predicted to fall, while the British pound shows stability. This reflects current market sentiment and economic indicators in the UK.

A specific FTSE 100 fund has been identified as outperforming its competitors, according to a Morningstar report.

The FTSE 100 closed down despite strong financial results reported by major companies WPP and Diageo. Diageo, in particular, announced its full-year results, which were not enough to prevent the overall market decline.

Investment platforms in the UK have seen a flurry of daily trades in July, driven by the FTSE 100 index reaching a new record high. This indicates increased investor activity and confidence in the British stock market.

FTSE 100 firms BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce have upgraded their full-year guidance following strong first-half results, benefiting from increased global defence spending.

The FTSE 100 index has hit an all-time high, with banks and oil companies driving the UK stocks' rebound, positioning it as an 'anti-tech' index during a global chip market downturn.

Global stock markets, particularly in Japan and Korea, experienced a significant tumble as a chip selloff intensified, fueled by growing AI fatigue among investors. Analysts suggest this is not yet a 'buy-the-dip' moment for chip stocks.

Utility stocks provided support to the FTSE 100 Index during a period of nervy trading, with the index closing up 28.13 points at 10,600.37.

The FTSE 100 index ended lower, dropping 13.47 points to 10,515.92, driven by concerns over slower economic growth in China and a decline in mining stock performance.

The FTSE 100 index closed higher, gaining 24.84 points to reach 10,497.29, with strong performance from Vodafone contributing to a calmer trading day.

Airband, an internet provider backed by FTSE 100 asset manager Aberdeen, has initiated a process to find a new owner following significant losses. This move puts Aberdeen's £200 million investment at risk.

US stocks advanced and the FTSE 100 rose after new US jobs data suggested a potential easing of inflation, diminishing the likelihood of an immediate Federal Reserve interest rate hike.

The FTSE 100 index closed lower, with housebuilders and Babcock experiencing declines. The fall in housebuilder stocks followed the release of weak mortgage approval figures, impacting market sentiment.

European stock markets, including the FTSE 100, saw gains, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved a new record high, indicating a positive trend in global equities.

The FTSE 100 index closed down 0.1% at 10,428.85 points, with mining stocks contributing to the decline while mid-cap companies also faced difficulties.

The FTSE 100 index closed up 14.40 points at 10,508.61, anticipating an expected decision by the US to hold interest rates steady.

FTSE 100 group Bunzl is reportedly facing proposals from activist investor Elliott, with analysts suggesting the company needs to generate sufficient excitement to rebut these proposals.

The FTSE 100 rose, but market sentiment remained cautious following a profit warning from WH Smith and fresh US military action against Iran.

The FTSE 100 saw modest gains, despite challenges faced by mining companies, while major US indices like the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite experienced declines.

A hardware reseller, expected to join the FTSE 100, is positioning itself to investors by emphasizing how artificial intelligence can enhance its services rather than replace them.

BP's chairman has been reportedly fired after seven months, with the news impacting the company's stock, while the FTSE 100 saw overall gains.

Global stock markets showed mixed performance, with the FTSE 100 closing slightly up, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 fell, all amid growing concerns about a struggling jobs market.

Metlen, a company with diverse interests ranging from Greek gas to Chilean solar and Cheshire waste incineration, has become London's biggest new listing of 2025, joining the FTSE 100 group.

The FTSE 100 group Legal & General is under close watch as its chief executive declares 'this is our moment,' while private capital rivals are reportedly circling the company.

The FTSE 100 index experienced a decline as investor sentiment shifted with increasing hopes for a peace deal concerning Iran.

Swedish private equity firm EQT has made a third offer to acquire London-listed Intertek. Previous bids were rejected by the FTSE 100 company for allegedly undervaluing it.

The FTSE 100 index closed lower, primarily impacted by the struggles and declining share prices of major pharmaceutical companies GSK and AstraZeneca.

UK blue-chip indices, including the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250, closed lower for the week, with market performance attributed to the ongoing US-Iran stalemate.

This article explains how changes in stock market indexes, such as the FTSE 100, can affect the daily lives of individuals, not just financial experts.

The FTSE 100 index closed down 110.99 points, or 1.1%, after early gains faded amid looming war deadlines.

The London market, specifically the FTSE 100, is projected to open higher, driven by optimism surrounding potential ceasefire developments.

An index of under-reported UK equities, often referred to as "boring stocks," has demonstrated stronger performance compared to the benchmark FTSE 100 index.

Despite the UK economy's reliance on surging energy imports, many FTSE 100 companies have benefited from market volatility, leading to UK stocks performing better than the overall economy.

The FTSE 100 concluded the week down by 3.3%, losing 342.77 points, as the Brent crude oil price also saw a retreat.

The FTSE 100 index experienced a decline, closing down 58.47 points (0.6%) at 10,353.77, as fears of inflation intensified due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.

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The FTSE 100 index ended up 63.85 points, 0.6%, at 10,910.55, a record close.

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London stocks have recovered, with the FTSE 100 rising, as oil and gold prices climb amidst escalating tensions involving Iran.

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London's stock market experienced an uptick, with financial stocks leading the recovery. This positive movement suggests renewed investor confidence in the sector.

The FTSE 100 Index closed down 60.48 points at 10,772.67, with mining stocks showing particular weakness and the index underperforming its peers.

For the week, the FTSE 100 was up 0.3%, the FTSE 250 was up 3.7%, and the AIM All-Share was up 4.0%.

Stock futures, including the FTSE 100, are showing signs of easing as persistent geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East continues to influence market sentiment.

UK stock futures saw a rise, driven by growing optimism regarding developments in the Middle East. This positive sentiment influenced market expectations, leading to an uptick in futures trading.

The FTSE 100 index concluded a strong week just shy of a significant milestone, with NatWest leading the risers after raising its guidance for 2026.

UK stock futures for the FTSE 100 eased as market attention turned towards upcoming corporate earnings reports.

London's FTSE 100 is expected to open lower, influenced by major tech companies' cash burn and a significant rise in oil prices, reaching $100 per barrel.

The FTSE 100 index closed up as a political figure pledged fiscal control, influencing market performance.

The FTSE 100 index closed higher, with engineering stocks making significant gains, as gross domestic product reportedly rose 0.1% in May.

The FTSE 100 closed nearly flat, while oil prices increased due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

The FTSE 100 index closed down 16.59 points, with its performance notably impacted by a trial setback experienced by pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca.

London's FTSE 100 index closed slightly higher, gaining 0.1%, despite a mixed performance across the market and weakness in the technology sector.

London stocks ended mixed on Wednesday, influenced by concerns over US interest rate hikes and a decline in Associated British Foods, which impacted the FTSE 100, while mid-cap stocks performed well.

The FTSE 100 index closed down 21.87 points, or 0.2%, at 10,508.02, with the decline attributed to a report regarding a delay at OpenAI impacting tech sector sentiment.

US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz would ‘completely open’ once Washington DC and Iran sign their peace agreement.

London's FTSE 100 experienced a surge, while Wall Street exhibited volatility as the market anticipated the trading debut of SpaceX.

The FTSE 100 index experienced a decline, primarily due to struggles faced by Asia-focused financial companies, while oil prices also fell following reports of progress in Middle East peace negotiations.

The FTSE 100 index closed up 28.02 points, or 0.3%, reaching 10,360.32, even as Asia-focused financial stocks experienced falls.

The FTSE 100 index closed down 0.8% at 10,425.96 points, with market sentiment affected by US strikes and a testing of peace optimism.

The FTSE 100 index saw a slight increase, encouraged by lower oil prices and cautious optimism among investors regarding the latest developments in the Middle East, particularly concerning US-Iran relations.

The FTSE 100 index closed up by 1.3%, gaining 128.38 points to reach 10,323.75, as bond markets showed signs of calm. Meanwhile, oil prices experienced another rise.

The FTSE 100 index closed up 0.5% at 10,372.93, shrugging off political drama, while oil prices experienced a dip.

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The traditional 'Sell in May' market adage has not held true in Trump-era markets, which have rewarded risk, though this trend has not extended to the FTSE 100.

NatWest announced an earnings beat, attributing its strong performance to healthy customer deposits. Despite these positive results, the FTSE 100 experienced a drop during thin holiday trading, with NatWest's figures contributing to the market's movement.

The FTSE 100 index closed slightly higher, gaining 11.70 points to reach 10,332.79. This modest rise occurred despite volatility observed in US technology stocks.

BP, a FTSE 100 firm, anticipates an "exceptional" oil trading result for the first quarter of the year, driven by soaring oil prices, raising questions about the overall impact on its earnings.

A BBC article explains how fluctuations in major stock market indexes like the FTSE 100 are not just for financial experts but can significantly affect the lives of ordinary people.

The FTSE 100 struggled, closing down 21.63 points, as Brent crude oil prices once again topped $100 per barrel.

The FTSE 100 index closed higher, buoyed by positive performance from Tesco and an unexpected positive surprise in GDP figures.

FTSE 100 retailer M&S is urging the UK government and London mayor to provide better support to the police to tackle what it describes as "brazen" shoplifting.

The UK's FTSE 100 index experienced a climb, driven by strong performance in mining and energy stocks.

Global markets, including the FTSE 100, continue to experience volatility and rising oil prices due to escalating Middle East tensions, with blue-chips falling on a commodities shift, while Halliburton sees limited Q1 earnings impact.

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The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices saw gains, and the pound strengthened, as investors anticipate an upcoming US interest rate decision.

The FTSE 100 Index closed down 44 points at 10,261.15.

The stock was one of the worst performers of the FTSE 100 index after the group reported full-year results, with some key metrics coming short of market views.

Bitcoin has shown a decoupling trend from the sinking FTSE 100, while gilt yields have surged, indicating distinct market movements in the UK and cryptocurrency sectors.

Tritax Big Box REIT announced a 10.6% increase in rent income, its move to the FTSE 100, and a significant data center pipeline.

The FTSE 100 index is maintaining its position near record highs, significantly boosted by a surge in Rolls-Royce shares.

EasyJet and Rightmove are anticipated to be removed from the FTSE 100 index, with IG Group and Tritax Big Box REIT expected to replace them.

The latest trade worries came after US President Donald Trump raised the global tariff he wants to impose to 15%.

The UK economy is showing signs of improvement with stronger retail sales and business activity, providing a springboard for Rachel Reeves' March statement.

Charge of $2.3bn is FTSE 100 miner’s third writedown of diamonds business in three years amid prolonged market slump

The FTSE 100 saw gains driven by a rise in defence stocks, following Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's call for accelerated defence spending. This reflects market reaction to geopolitical developments and government policy.