Forex
FTSE 100 Trades Steady Amid Mining Weakness, Energy Gains
The FTSE 100 index was steady in trading as mining stocks weighed against energy sector gains. Mining weakness dragged on the blue-chip index, despite stronger performance from energy companies.
Investors remained cautious ahead of a key European Central Bank interest rate decision that could influence broader market sentiment.
The ECB rate decision is expected to provide signals about the future path of monetary policy in the eurozone. Markets across Europe have been navigating a complex environment, balancing persistent inflation concerns with slowing economic growth.