FTSE clambers back

clock

In the UK the FTSE 100 Index is trying to claw its way back to the 5000 points mark, led by WPP.

The benchmark has picked up about 27 points to 4,975 points in its morning session, with shares in advertising company WPP moving up 10p to 616.50p. Smith & Nephew has also advanced 9p to 527.50p. High street chain Boots is trading 9.50p higher to 629p, after it put its health-care arm up for sale amid poor sales. Shire Pharmaceuticals meanwhile, has lost 6.50p to 615p, while Yell continues to fall, losing a further 3.75p to 402.50p this morning. p> In Tokyo the Nikkei 225 shed a fraction, losing 0.1% to 11,810.99, at its close early this morning, led by Aeon. The retailer retreate...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Investment

FIF25: House of Lords member calls for stronger international economic cooperation

FIF25: House of Lords member calls for stronger international economic cooperation

Economics often a driver of geopolitical instability

Sorin Dojan
clock 04 June 2025 • 2 min read
Woodford sets date for portfolio platform launch

Woodford sets date for portfolio platform launch

W4.0 will launch on Friday 6 June

Cristian Angeloni
clock 03 June 2025 • 1 min read
FCA seeks feedback on stablecoin and crypto policy proposals

FCA seeks feedback on stablecoin and crypto policy proposals

Feedback deadline set at 31 July

Patrick Brusnahan
clock 29 May 2025 • 1 min read