Computer games push FTSE back through the 5,200 barrier

clock •

A solid performance from oil and mining stocks and a big advance from SCi entertainment has pushed the FTSE 100 through the 5,200 mark leaving it up 65.50 points, or 1.27%, to 5,207.60 at the end of trading.

Computer games publisher SCi Entertainment was one of the biggest winners as it soared 121.5p, or 25.39%, to 600p, after it confirmed reports it has received approaches from a number of groups, while Rival Zoo Digital slipped back 3.75% to 9.62p, despite news that its publishing division has signed a deal in the US to publish an interactive DVD game based on Wallace & Gromit. Anglo American led the mining stocks, gaining 70p, or 4.65%, to 1575p, after commodity prices edged higher. They were closely followed by Xstrata who advanced 50p, or 3.88%, to 1340p while BHP Biliton jumped 28.5p t...

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

China's historic move away from coal shows why investors need to keep digging

China's historic move away from coal shows why investors need to keep digging

'A key challenge for investors is to identify the pockets of genuine innovation'

Xin-Yao Ng
clock 19 October 2026 • 4 min read
Investors yet to stuff ISA allowances as government plays down spectacle despite 'tough' Budget

Investors yet to stuff ISA allowances as government plays down spectacle despite 'tough' Budget

Platform activity stable

Jack Roach
clock 19 October 2026 • 4 min read
D2C platforms urged to improve 'daunting' onboarding process for new investors

D2C platforms urged to improve 'daunting' onboarding process for new investors

Monzo and Revolut top ease rankings

Patrick Brusnahan
clock 15 October 2026 • 2 min read