UK's FTSE 100 opened higher on Friday as energy firms gained on rise in crude prices, while defensive stocks advanced after an surprise upside in domestic retail sales cemented bets of more interest rate hikes by the Bank of England.
Reuters: UK's FTSE 100 opens higher on boost from energy, defensive stocks
Important information - This article isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure whether an investment is right for you please seek advice. If you choose to invest the value of your investment will rise and fall, so you could get back less than you put in.