FTSE 100 Hits Record High Amid Wealth Sector Turmoil
London's FTSE 100 index reached an all-time high of 10,472p, driven by commodity stocks, while wealth management firms like St James's Place and AJ Bell faced significant share price declines.
London's FTSE 100 index reached an all-time high of 10,472p, driven by commodity stocks, while wealth management firms like St James's Place and AJ Bell faced significant share price declines.
The UK economy expanded just 0.1% in Q4 2025, missing forecasts as services sector showed no growth. Construction shrank 2.1% while manufacturing provided limited boost.
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Official data shows the UK economy expanded by 0.1% in the final quarter of 2025, despite tax speculation around Rachel Reeves's budget dampening spending and investment.
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The UK economy expanded by 0.2% in Q4 2025, with December growth at 0.1%. Annual growth for 2025 reached 1.2%, slightly above 2024's 1.1%. Economists highlight the impact of Rachel Reeves's budget and a cyber attack recovery.
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Leading financial institutions are re-emphasizing wealth management divisions, viewing them as stable revenue sources amid market volatility and changing client demands.
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Chris O'Shea, CEO of Centrica, forecasts UK electricity prices in 2030 will exceed 2022 levels due to costly energy infrastructure upgrades, sparking concerns over industrial competitiveness and economic growth.
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