London stocks edge higher as financial stocks lead a market recovery

London shares rose on Monday as banks recovered from last week's slump. Investors await inflation data while weighing prospects for a potential rate cut.

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London's FTSE indexes edged higher on Monday as financial stocks led gains across the market in the United Kingdom GBGB. By 0925 GMT, the blue-chip FTSE 100 index had risen 0.41%, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 index climbed 0.36%, with additional activity noted across European financial stocks and the materials sector.
A screen displays financial market information at the London Stock Exchange in London, Britain, on January 19, 2026. REUTERS/Jack Taylor/File Photo
A screen displays financial market information at the London Stock Exchange in London, Britain, on January 19, 2026. REUTERS/Jack Taylor/File Photo
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