FTSE 100 Soars to Record Highs
Update: 2025-12-26
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The FTSE 100 is on track for its strongest year since the 2009 recovery, with a 25% total return. This is largely due to top performers in mining, defense, and banking, such as Fresnillo, Endeavour Mining, Babcock International, Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems, Barclays, Lloyds, and NatWest. These sectors have seen significant gains due to soaring precious metal prices, increased military spending, and higher-than-expected interest rates. However, not all is positive, with Ad giant WPP plunging 58% and dropping out of the index. Despite this, the broader UK picture is optimistic, with inflation under control and interest rates easing. Experts predict more upside potential as Londons markets regain their appeal for global asset managers.
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