empty
 
 

2026.04.0215:58:38UTC+00FTSE 100 Rises for 4th Session

The FTSE 100 rose more than 0.5% on Thursday, outperforming its European counterparts as Brent crude advanced to $110 a barrel. The move came amid reports that Iran is preparing a protocol with Oman to monitor traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi. The news followed a speech by President Donald Trump that offered no clear roadmap for resolving the Middle East conflict, leaving investors cautious.

Energy stocks led the gains, with oil majors Shell and BP each climbing nearly 3%. Pharmaceutical groups AstraZeneca and GSK added 1.9% and 1.7%, respectively, while British American Tobacco rose more than 2%. Discount retailer B&M surged over 5% after receiving a rating upgrade. In contrast, financials lagged: banks such as HSBC Holdings and NatWest fell more than 1%, underscoring persistent risk aversion toward the sector.

  • Grand Choice
    Contest by
    InstaForex
    InstaForex always strives to help you
    fulfill your biggest dreams.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Chancy Deposit
    Deposit your account with $3,000 and get $1000 more!
    In April we raffle $1000 within the Chancy Deposit campaign!
    Get a chance to win by depositing $3,000 to a trading account. Having fulfilled this condition, you become a campaign participant.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • Trade Wise, Win Device
    Top up your account with at least $500, sign up for the contest, and get a chance to win mobile devices.
    JOIN CONTEST
  • 30% Bonus
    Receive a 30% bonus every time you top up your account
    GET BONUS


Can't speak right now?
Ask your question in the chat.
Widget callback