About our FTSE 100 news
Latest news on FTSE 100, Britain's blue-chip stock index, tracking share prices of the UK's largest companies listed on London Stock Exchange, with market updates and analysis.
The FTSE 100, also known as the "Footsie", represents the 100 largest companies by market capitalisation listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). With a combined worth exceeding £1.8 trillion, these companies span sectors from banking and energy to retail and pharmaceuticals, including heavyweights like Shell, HSBC, and AstraZeneca.
Market analysts closely monitor FTSE 100 movements as a key indicator of UK economic health and investor sentiment. The index experiences regular rebalancing, with companies being added or removed based on their market value. Recent developments include growing focus on ESG criteria affecting company valuations and increased scrutiny of corporate governance practices amongst constituent firms.
Beyond its role as a financial benchmark, the FTSE 100 impacts millions of Britons through pension funds and personal investments. Individual and institutional investors track the index's performance to gauge their portfolio health, while companies strive to maintain their prestigious FTSE 100 status, which often attracts international investment and enhances corporate reputation.
Since its launch on 3 January 1984 with a base level of 1,000 points, the FTSE 100 has reflected Britain's evolution from an industrial to a services-based economy. The index has weathered numerous challenges, including Black Monday in 1987, the 2008 financial crisis, and significant market volatility during major political events like Brexit.
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