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FTSE 100 breaks 9,000 milestone on trade optimism

Strong corporate earnings and U.S.‑EU tariff deal underpin fresh record highs

01 August 2025 · 23:49 UTC

The FTSE 100 surged past 9,000 points for the first time as markets welcomed improved trade prospects between the U.S. and EU and anticipated cuts in UK interest rates, while investor confidence was buoyed by solid earnings from major blue‑chip firms.