European Markets Tumble Amid Rising Inflation Concerns
European markets were hit by strong inflation readings on Wednesday, leading to a mixed day for stocks in London.
The FTSE 100 fell as investors weighed the data against lower oil prices and strong domestic economic growth.
The UK's inflation rate has been a concern for investors, with the latest numbers showing it continues to rise.
This has contributed to higher borrowing costs, with gilt yields hitting 6% for the first time since 1998.