European markets edged higher with the FTSE 100 closing at 10,556.17 (+0.79%), supported by broad-based buying across consumer, telecom, education, and banking stocks.
Top Risers
Coca‑Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) led the index, jumping +3.50% to 7,690.00. Barratt Redrow PLC (BTRW) gained +3.13%, while Airtel Africa PLC (AAF) advanced +3.09%. Pearson PLC (PSON) rose +2.85%, and Compass Group PLC (CPG) added +2.83%. Barclays PLC (BARC) also climbed +2.80%, reflecting strength in financials.
Index Snapshot
FTSE 250: 23,555.82 (+0.77%)
FTSE 350: 5,740.77 (+0.79%)
FTSE All-Share: 5,677.65 (+0.78%)
FTSE AIM All-Share: 806.61 (-0.58%)
Market sentiment remained positive with defensive and cyclical stocks both contributing to gains, while selective weakness persisted in smaller AIM-listed counters.
