FTSE 100
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FTSE 100 within 2% of its high, supported by energy and mining shares
Why it's at this level
The FTSE 100 last closed on 30 Oct at 10,730, about 1.7% below its 52-week high. Its heavy weighting to oil, gas and mining companies has cushioned it from the energy shock. London markets reopen on 2 Nov, ahead of the Bank of England decision on 5 Nov.
What this means for you
The index's resilience reflects its global, commodity-heavy make-up rather than the domestic UK economy, which faces higher energy bills and rising rates.
Why it matters
The UK's main index — a gauge of UK-listed multinationals, pensions and sterling-area sentiment.
What moves it
Commodity prices, sterling, global risk appetite, UK policy and banking sector news.
Status at each of the last 8 checks
How it's rated
Sources
- Yahoo Finance — FTSE 100 (^FTSE)2026-10-30