Why Is the UK Stock Market Falling? FTSE Pullback Explained
The UK stock market has pulled back between 10 and 17 August 2026. We examine why the FTSE 100 has fallen, including oil prices, bond yields, inflation and interest-rate expectations.
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What Does GDP Stand For? Understanding Gross Domestic Product
GDP is one of the most important indicators used to understand the strength and direction of an economy. Discover how it is calculated, what it reveals about economic activity, and why investors pay close attention to changes in GDP.
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FTSE 100 Rises as Rotork Deal Boosts Engineering Stocks | Market Update
The FTSE 100 closed higher after UK economic growth returned in May and ABB’s £4.1bn acquisition of Rotork lifted sentiment across London’s engineering sector. Investors remained cautious as global technology weakness and geopolitical risks continued to influence markets.
