Footsie adds 61 points in subdued trade

The FTSE 100 looked more stable today, although trading was thin. London's leading index finished the day up 61 points to 4943 as it waits for direction from US markets which are currently closed. Leading the gainers in the FTSE 100 was BAE Systems with a rise of 38.75p to 348.75p. The defense company reported improved first-half profits and buyers moved in on expectations that military spending will increase in the wake of the terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington. Today's big loser amongst the FTSE 100 was British Airways whose stock slumped to its lowest level for...