Utility stocks support FTSE 100 in nervy trade

Utility stocks support FTSE 100 in nervy trade

The FTSE 100 Index closed up 28.13 points at 10,600.37.

FTSE 100 Closes Higher as Energy and Utilities Stocks Gain

London’s FTSE 100 outperformed global peers on Friday as defensive utilities and energy stocks helped offset wider market weakness driven by a sell-off in technology and semiconductor shares. The blue-chipRead More...

FTSE 100 outperforms as chip stocks sink again

The FTSE 100’s safe-haven attributes have been on display this week as memory chip and AI-related stocks sank globally, while London’s leading index managed to carve out gains. The Footsie’s ascent was measured, but considering most other major indices are trading in red over the same period, UK investors focusing on their domestic market have […] The post FTSE 100 outperforms as chip stocks sink again appeared first on UK Investor Magazine.

UK Stocks Update: FTSE 100’s Minimal Tech Exposure Cushions Index Amid Chip Selloff

London, July 17, 2026, 10:17 BST The FTSE 100 in London opened down 0.25% at 10,546.2, while the FTSE 250 declined 0.67%. (Google) European tech stocks lost 2.3%, and the STOXX 600 index declined roughly 0.6%. (Reuters) Shares in Burberry (LON:BRBY) dropped 5.2%, although quarterly comparable sales rose by 5%. (Google) Britain’s FTSE 100 eased…

UK Stock Market Today (July 17): FTSE 100 Falls 0.37% While FTSE 250 Gains Despite Oil Price Surge and Global Risk – What Should Investors Know?

The FTSE 100 recovered from early losses today as gains in Burberry and strong UK jobs data offset global tech weakness and Middle East tensions, while investors awaited further corporate earnings. The post UK Stock Market Today (July 17): FTSE 100 Falls 0.37% While FTSE 250 Gains Despite Oil Price Surge and Global Risk – What Should Investors Know? appeared first on The Sunday Guardian.

Top FTSE 100 Index shares to watch next week: Airtel, BT Group, Compass Group

The FTSE 100 Index has remained in a narrow range this week as traders reacted to the rising tensions between the US and Iran. It also wavered as the United States earnings season started, with big names like JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Netflix releasing their earnings. This article looks at some of the top Footsie stocks to watch next week. Airtel Africa prepares for Airtel Money IPO Airtel Africa stock has come under pressure this year, erasi…