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FTSE 100 rose 0.25% as global markets retreat
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Sheffield investors and retirement balances.
How we reported this
The FTSE 100 rose 0.25% to 10,498.29, trading higher as Sheffield investors weighed the latest moves across global markets.
How the major markets moved
On Wall Street, the S&P 500 fell 0.43% to 7,510.94, the Dow Jones fell 0.08% to 52,445.64 and the Nasdaq fell 1.35% to 25,852.22. Wall Street’s direction typically sets the tone for how Sheffield portfolios open next session.
Commodities and safe-haven demand
Gold fell 2.65% to US$4,004.7 an ounce and silver fell 3.91% to US$57.81, while WTI crude rose 8.75% to US$77.66 a barrel, a move that feeds through to petrol prices and local input costs.
Currencies and crypto
GBP/USD fell 0.46% to 1.34, shifting the maths for Sheffield importers, travellers and anyone with offshore holdings. Bitcoin fell 2.78% to US$61,985.73.
What it means locally
For Sheffield readers, the day’s moves flow through to retirement savings and pension balances, which are heavily exposed to both local and global equities, a reminder that a diversified portfolio rides out single-session swings better than a concentrated one.
This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.