FTSE 100 share index hits record high; relief for Rachel Reeves as UK borrowing costs fall – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Britain’s blue chip share index hits new peak of 8506.80 pointsThe FTSE 100 has hit a record high after a strong start to the year.Since the beginning of January, the index has climbed by 3.75%, adding to the 5.7% it gained during the whole of 2024. Continue reading...

Jan 17, 2025 - 14:12
FTSE 100 share index hits record high; relief for Rachel Reeves as UK borrowing costs fall – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Britain’s blue chip share index hits new peak of 8506.80 points

The FTSE 100 has hit a record high after a strong start to the year.

Since the beginning of January, the index has climbed by 3.75%, adding to the 5.7% it gained during the whole of 2024. Continue reading...