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General · 2 April 2026

FTSE 100 Closes at 10,350 in Best Run Since War Began

FTSE 100 Closes at 10,350 in Best Run Since War Began

Pension pots and ISAs got a boost as London's blue-chip index posted its longest winning streak since the Iran conflict started in late February. The FTSE 100 rose 1.7%, or 173 points, to close at 10,350 on Wednesday, led by gains in Babcock, Rolls-Royce, and Endeavour. Analysts called it a relief rally after Trump's comments suggesting the war could end within weeks.

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