A strong opening surge on Wall Street propelled an already buoyant FTSE 100 this afternoon, closing 139.30 points (2.36%) higher to 6046.20.
An organic growth increase led Experian to a stunning day at the office, the credit checking agency soared 11.03% to 395.25. Royal Bank of Scotland was the best of a solid banking sector, with the Bank of England’s mortgage market news boosting investor confidence. It climbed 7.6% to 375. Compatriot Barclays also drove ahead, up 6.68% to 479. Legal & General fell 4.89% to 124.50 after announcing static Q1 new business figures. BAE Systems also struggled, down 2.35% to 466.75. In New York, investors seem confident on more positive Q1 earnings reports, driving the Dow Jones IA higher ...
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