The FTSE 100 closed higher on Monday as investors welcomed a temporary pause in hostilities between the US and Iran, easing concerns over energy supplies and sending oil prices sharply
What happened overnight – Monday 27th July 2026
Oil prices fell by more than 4% after the US and Iran refrained from further attacks while discussions continued over a possible interim ceasefire.
UK Stocks Rise as US and Iran Pause Attacks
UK equities opened higher after the US, and Iran said it would pause further attacks, easing geopolitical tensions and pushing oil prices lower.
FTSE 100 Set to Open Higher as Middle East Tensions Ease
European stock markets are expected to start the week on a firmer footing after Iran and the US refrained from further military escalation over the weekend, easing concerns over disruptions
FTSE 100 Rises as Oil Falls Back Below US$100
Britain’s FTSE 100 rose more than 0.9% on Friday as oil prices fell back below US$100 a barrel. The index was supported by a sharp reversal in Brent crude, which
What happened overnight – Friday 24th July 2026
Asian Markets Fall as Trump Tariffs and Oil Spike Hit Sentiment
FTSE 100 Seen Lower as Oil Stays Above US$100 and Tariff Fears Weigh
London stocks are expected to open lower on Friday as Middle East conflict concerns, higher oil prices and fresh US tariff risks weigh on sentiment.
FTSE 100 Falls as Oil Tops US$100 and Middle East Tensions Widen
London stocks closed lower on Thursday as surging oil prices and renewed Middle East tensions unnerved investors.
FTSE 100 Seen Lower Ahead of ECB Rate Decision
London stocks are expected to open slightly lower on Thursday as investors look ahead to the European Central Bank’s latest interest rate decision.
FTSE 100 Closes Higher as Inflation Cools and Oil Prices Rise
London stocks closed higher on Wednesday as softer UK inflation supported sentiment, while rising oil prices kept geopolitical risks in focus.
What happened overnight – Wednesday 22nd July 2026
Asian Markets Rise as Tech Stocks Rebound Despite Oil Tensions
FTSE 100 Seen Higher Ahead of UK Inflation Data
London’s blue-chip shares are expected to extend gains on Wednesday as investors digest a softer UK inflation reading.