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FTSE 100: Stocks Hold Flat as Gold Hits Record High

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Stocks dip in opening trades as gold reaches new all-time high. Find out which FTSE 100 stock could make a comeback!

The FTSE 100 remained relatively stable with blue chips holding flat at 7,908 points while gold surged to a new record high, capturing the attention of investors. In a surprising turn of events, Microsoft announced plans to establish an AI hub in London, signaling tech innovation within the financial sector. Concurrently, the opening trades saw stocks slipping, with blue chips down 12 points to 7,898, further emphasizing the volatility in the market. Bitcoin also made headlines by gaining ground against the dollar, adding to the dynamic trading environment.

Amidst the market fluctuations, one often overlooked FTSE 100 stock stands out as Jon Smith highlights its potential for an imminent comeback. Despite a 17% decline over the past year, this stock could become a prime choice for investors if the UK economy faces challenges this year. Smith's insight sheds light on strategic investment opportunities amidst uncertain times, providing a fresh perspective on stock market movements.

As the financial landscape continues to evolve, the allure of gold as a safe-haven asset remains strong, evidenced by its new all-time high. Investors seeking stability in turbulent markets turn to gold, shaping investment strategies. Additionally, the expansion of Microsoft's AI hub in London underscores the city's position as a tech hotspot, attracting global players and fostering innovation within the industry.

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks hold flat; gold hits new record (Proactive Investors UK)

Blue chips down3 points to 7908 Gold reaches new all-time high Microsoft to open AI hub in London 9.14am: Microsoft to open AI hub in London Microsoft is...

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Stocks dip in opening trades, gold hits new record (Investing.com UK)

Proactive Investors -. Blue chips fall 12 points to 7,898; Gold reached new all-time high; Bitcoin gains against dollar ...

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1 overlooked FTSE 100 stock that's due an imminent comeback (Motley Fool UK)

Jon Smith points to one FTSE 100 stock that's down 17% over the past year but could see investors pile back in if the UK economy nosedives this year.

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FTSE 100 opens marginally lower, all eyes on US data mid-week (Shares magazine)

London's FTSE 100 was down a tad on Monday morning, with trade lacking in inspiration as investors moved with caution ahead of a US inflation print on ...

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks hold flat as miners rally; retailers slip as ... (Proactive Investors UK)

Blue chips up 4 points to 7915 Gold reaches new all-time high Miners climb as retailers take a hit 10.28am: BoE undermined as homeowners switch to fixed...

LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: FTSE 100 rises but underperforms ... (AJ Bell Youinvest)

The FTSE 100 rose on Monday morning, albeit not as confidently as peers in Paris and Frankfurt, as investors reflect on a slew of data releases from last ...

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FTSE 100 LIVE: European stocks mixed as UK shop insolvencies hit ... (Yahoo Tech)

The FTSE 100 started Monday morning in the red while major indices across Europe rose, as investors digested fresh data including Friday's US jobs report.

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FTSE 100 flat as gains in miners offset by caution ahead of ... (XM)

Precious metal miners .FTNMX551030 also advanced 1.2%, tracking an extended record rally in gold prices. "Mining stocks have generally lagged but they may be ...

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FTSE 100 dips on US inflation jitters (The Times)

UK shares edged higher in early dealings before a busy week of economic data including US inflation data, a European Central Bank interest rate decision and ...

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London stocks start week with caution as key economic data looms (Reuters.com)

British equities started the week on a cautious note, as investors braced for crucial U.S. and UK economic data, while a rise in industrial metal miners ...

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks hold flat as miners rally; retailers slip as ... (Proactive Investors UK)

Blue chips up 7 points to 7918 Gold reaches new all-time high Miners climb as retailers take a hit 11.07am: Taiwan Semiconductor wins US$11.6 billion from.

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks gain momentum as miners and Entain rally ... (Proactive Investors UK)

Blue chips up 38 points to 7949 Entain up 5% on take private reports Gold at all-time high 14.31pm: Wall Street opens higher Wall Street has opened...

LONDON MARKET OPEN: FTSE 100 down in nervy trade before ... (AJ Bell Youinvest)

London's FTSE 100 was down a tad on Monday morning, with trade lacking in inspiration as investors moved with caution ahead of a US inflation print on ...

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FTSE 100 ticks high ahead of central bank action (UK Investor Magazine)

The FTSE 100 started the week in a holding pattern as investors digested a blowout Non-Farm Payrolls reading on Friday and braced for more data in the week ...

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FTSE 100 Live 8 April: Index climbs back to near 8000 as gold hits ... (Yahoo Finance UK)

Gold and oil prices are in focus during a lacklustre session for London's FTSE 100 index. The latest record for the precious metal and $90 mark for Brent ...

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FTSE 100 flat as gains in miners offset by caution ahead of ... (Investing.com UK)

By Pranav Kashyap and Khushi Singh. (Reuters) -UK's FTSE 100 started the week on a cautious note as investors braced for U.S. and UK economic data, ...

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1 overlooked FTSE 100 stock that's due an imminent comeback (Yahoo Finance UK)

Jon Smith points to one FTSE 100 stock that's down 17% over the past year but could see investors pile back in if the UK economy nosedives this year.

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2 FTSE 100 shares investors should consider buying before interest ... (Motley Fool UK)

Murmurings of potential interest rate cuts have got this Fool thinking about which FTSE 100 shares could benefit. She breaks down two of her picks here.

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks lifting higher as miners and Entain rally; gold ... (Investing.com UK)

Landlords at an additional four sites, which include a store in Floral Street, London and Manchester Trafford have served Ted Baker with notice, leading to an ...

LONDON MARKET CLOSE: Miners and airlines in demand as FTSE ... (Morningstar)

(Alliance News) - Investors bought in London on Monday, as the FTSE 100 rose with gold hitting a ...

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FTSE 100 underperforms peers as markets pause for thought (Shares magazine)

The FTSE 100 rose 9.70 points, 0.1%, to 7920.86. The FTSE 250 climbed 68.77 points, 0.4%, to 19794.71.

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks lifting higher as miners and Entain rally; gold ... (Proactive Investors UK)

Blue chips up 31 points to 7942 Entain up 5.5% on take private reports Gold at all-time high 14.08pm: Ted Baker to shut 15 stores Ted Baker administrators.

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2 FTSE 100 shares investors should consider buying before interest ... (Yahoo Finance UK)

Murmurings of potential interest rate cuts have got this Fool thinking about which FTSE 100 shares could benefit. She breaks down two of her picks here.

FTSE 100 Index Closes Up 0.4% Lifted by Miners (Morningstar.com)

The FTSE 100 index closed Monday up 0.4% to 7943 points, in line with global markets, lifted by mining stocks after gold reached another record high and ...

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks to hold steady, retail sales smash forecasts (Proactive Investors UK)

7.08am: Stocks to open sideways The blue-chip index is expected to hold onto yesterday's 32 points of gains, with futures contracts suggesting a flat...

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FTSE 100 today: London markets brace for quiet session ahead of ... (City A.M.)

US stocks closed mixed, while Asian markets climbed. Oil prices rose, and most Asian currencies weakened against the dollar. Precious metals surged.

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If I could choose only one FTSE 100 stock, this would be it (Motley Fool UK)

Mark Hartley considers which FTSE 100 stock would be the best option if he had to buy and hold only one forever. Is this pharma giant a clear winner?

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FTSE 100 Live 9 April: Blue-chips open lower, Imperial Brands ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The FTSE 100 is trading slightly lower in a session featuring trading updates by BP and Imperial Brands. The subdued performance comes with gold and oil ...

LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: FTSE 100 flat as impetus scarce ... (AJ Bell Youinvest)

London's FTSE 100 ended Tuesday morning how it started it, barely budging in cautious trade ahead of Wednesday's US inflation report. Miners were on the up, ...

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Today's markets: Miners push up the FTSE (Investors Chronicle)

The index is up 0.2 per cent while shares in Frankfurt and Paris are down 0.7 and 0.6 per cent, with Fresnillo, Rio Tinto, Anglo American and Antofagasta ...

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FTSE 100 Live: Stocks recover as miners surge, retail sales smash ... (Proactive Investors UK)

Blue chips add six points to 7949 Retail sales enjoy Easter bump Aviva closes AIGLife purchase 8.55am: The morning so far Tuesday got off on the right foot.

LONDON MARKET MIDDAY: FTSE 100 treads water despite boost ... (Morningstar)

(Alliance News) - Equities in London lacked impetus heading into Tuesday, as investors moved with ...

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FTSE 100 edges higher as retail sales beat forecasts - Market Report (Proactive Investors UK)

The FTSE 100 is holding flat on Tuesday despite the release of positive retail data. Retail sales in March jumped 3.2%, beating forecasts of 1.8% and...

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FTSE 100 inches up supported by commodity-linked stocks ... (Reuters India)

The UK's FTSE 100 inched up on Tuesday, reversing early losses on gains in commodity-linked stocks, while investors braced for crucial U.S. and UK economic ...

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FTSE 100 movers: Fresnillo shines; BAE Systems under the cosh (DIGITALLOOK)

London's FTSE 100 was up 0.2% at 7,960.54 in afternoon trade on Tuesday. Advertising. Precious metals miner Fresnillo shone as gold prices hit a fresh ...

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