FTSE 100 Hits Record High Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
The FTSE 100 index hit an all-time high of 10,978.87 due to strong quarterly results from major companies like Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems.
The Bank of England kept interest rates steady at 3.75%, citing uncertainty caused by Middle East tensions and volatile energy prices.
UK economic data showed mixed signals, with rising consumer credit and steady vehicle production, while eurozone growth exceeded expectations.