Rolls-Royce drives FTSE higher

clock

The FTSE 100 is up 45.3 points or 0.71% to 6,391.7, following a series of broker analyst upgrades on the back of yesterday's results.

BG Group is posting the biggest gains so far with a rise of 2.9% to 746p, closely followed by GlaxoSmithKline which is up 2.39% to £14.56, while Man Group has added 2.19% to 583.5p. Rolls-Royce Group is also up 1.9% to 496.75p after receiving three broker upgrades, while Amvescap has climbed 1.7% to 627.5p, although gains are being limited by Cable & Wireless which is down 0.56% to 176.75p. That said, Vodafone is the biggest loser so far with a drop of 0.83% to 149.25p, while BT Group has slipped 0.78% to 317.25p, Smith & Nephew has fallen 0.77% to 608.25p, and Carnival has declined 0...

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 Economics / Markets

OBR independence 'a major advantage' for UK economy

OBR independence 'a major advantage' for UK economy

Treasury Committee hearing

Alex Sebastian
clock 20 May 2026 • 4 min read
Bank of England warns of future rate uncertainty after vote to hold at 3.75%

Bank of England warns of future rate uncertainty after vote to hold at 3.75%

One vote to hike rates

Michael Nelson
clock 30 April 2026 • 2 min read
Navigating an uncertain environment: Applying a disciplined, data-driven approach

Navigating an uncertain environment: Applying a disciplined, data-driven approach

'​Looking ahead, the fundamental case remains constructive'

Fahad Hassan
clock 28 April 2026 • 2 min read