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FTSE 100 Live: UK Stock Futures Rise on Middle East Optimism

Thursday, August 6, 2026


UK stock index futures rose on expectations of improved Middle East conditions. The FTSE 100 futures contract gained in early trading. Market participants cited reduced regional tensions as a factor in the upward movement. No specific policy announcements or official statements were referenced in the market activity.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2026-08-06/ftse-100-live-pound-bonds-diageo-pmi-iran-us-hormuz-oil-gold-prices-what-s-moving-uk-markets-right-now-markets-today-msh3f5i0

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