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FTSE 100 Live: Markets Today2 days ago

It’s been a day of

global stock market records

, not least for the FTSE 100, and a buoyant performance across gilts and for the pound too.

On the macro front, the UK’s PMI readings for September were revised slightly lower, with evidence that clients were putting aside spending decisions ahead of the autumn budget. Meanwhile, we caught up with an Invesco fund manager who is positive on UK consumer-facing stocks, despite the uncertain backdrop.