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London's FTSE 100 index closed higher, with utilities and energy stocks experiencing significant gains.
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Who
Andy Burnham
What
London's FTSE 100 index closed higher, with utilities and energy stocks experiencing significant gains.
When
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:36:43 GMT · 2h 12m ago
Where
London ·
Why
Rising oil prices and Middle East tensions contributed to the surge in energy and utilities stocks.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
The FTSE 100 index increased by 0.3%, and the midcap FTSE 250 index decreased by 0.5%, with both indices recording weekly gains.
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