London’s leading stock indices ended Friday on a subdued note, with the FTSE 100 edging lower after briefly trading near a two-month high.
What happened overnight – Friday 26th June 2026
Asian markets sold off sharply on Friday after concerns emerged that soaring semiconductor prices could begin squeezing profit margins across the technology sector.
London shares set for weaker open as investors eye Middle East
London stocks are set to open lower on Friday as renewed geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East dampens investor sentiment, despite signs of progress in US-backed peace negotiations.
What happened overnight – Thursday 25th June 2026
Asian stock markets rallied on Thursday after blockbuster earnings from US chipmakers Micron and Qualcomm reignited investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence, sending technology shares sharply higher across the region.
FTSE 100 slips as lower oil prices hit energy stocks
London stocks opened lower on Thursday as falling oil prices weighed on the energy sector, offsetting broader optimism across UK equities.
FTSE 100 called down amid Iran talks and Wall Street weakness
London stocks are set for a weaker open on Thursday as investors monitor renewed diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran and digest improving UK consumer confidence and another
London markets close higher despite mining weakness
London’s main stock markets finished Wednesday in positive territory, with strength in property and housebuilding stocks helping offset weakness across the mining sector as commodity prices retreated.
FTSE 100 called down as investors assess fresh risks
London stocks are set for a weaker start on Wednesday as investors weigh renewed tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, ongoing UK political developments and continued weakness in US technology
FTSE 100 called down after peace talks and political turmoil
London stocks are set for a weaker open on Tuesday as investors digest the latest developments following US-Iran peace talks, political uncertainty in the UK following Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation,
What happened overnight – Monday 22nd June 2026
Donald Trump has claimed that Keir Starmer “will resign as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom” in a post on Truth Social.
FTSE 100 Set for Positive Start as US-Iran Talks Show Early Progress
London stocks are expected to begin the week slightly higher after reports of encouraging progress in the first round of talks between the United States and Iran, easing some concerns
FTSE Suffers Worst Week Since May
UK equities ended the week on a weak footing as renewed uncertainty surrounding US-Iran negotiations and growing domestic political concerns prompted investors to reduce risk exposure.