The FTSE 100 share index achieved a record high of 9016.98 points, up by around 0.2%, and gained over 10% in 2025. The rise is attributed to investor diversification away from the US market due to concerns over economic policies, as well as the effects of the Trump trade war. Strong earnings in banking and defense sectors, supported by large operators like Next and Tesco, have propelled the index. Fluctuating currency impacts are also significant, offering potential returns that match or exceed US market expectations.
The FTSE 100 share index hit 9016.98 points at the start of trading in London, up around 0.2% today, taking its gains during 2025 to over 10%.
The London stock market has benefitted from a range of factors this year, including a move by some investors to diversify away from the US stock market.
The FTSE 100 has been driven to the 9,000-point milestone by several factors, including strong earnings momentum in the banking and defence sectors.
If UK earnings grow by 7-8%, but the pound moves 2-4% relative to the dollar, then you can meet or exceed what you might reasonably expect from the US market.
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