Index Update: The FTSE 100 index, a key benchmark index for the London stock exchange, was trading rose around 1.69% on 17 December 2025. 

Macro Update: In late 2025, the UK economy faces cooling momentum. GDP fell 0.1% in October, while inflation dropped to a lower-than-expected 3.2% in November. Rising unemployment (5.1%) and high public debt (94.5% of GDP) persist, prompting the Bank of England to hold interest rates at 4.0% amid growing pressure to cut. 

Top Market Movers: Among top gainers on FTSE 100 index, HSBC Hldgs PLC (LSE: HSBA) witnessed a rise of 3.92% followed by Phoenix Group Holdings PLC (LSE: PHNX) which gained around 3.88%. 

Commodity Update: The U.S. dollar steadied on Wednesday, hovering near its lowest level since early October as soft labour market data kept investors cautious over the timing of the Federal Reserve’s next rate cut. Gold edged up 0.34% to USD 4,346.20, while silver jumped 4.05% to USD 65.85 and copper rose 0.43% to USD 11,679. Brent crude climbed 0.90% to USD 59.50 amid renewed geopolitical tensions linked to Venezuela. 

Our Stance: The UK government's November 2025 Budget outlines a stance of fiscal consolidation, employing measures such as freezing personal tax thresholds to meet its fiscal rules and build headroom against debt targets. 

FTSE 100: The FTSE rose 122.28 points to 9,807.07, remaining comfortably above the key support zone near 9,200 and preserving a stable overall structure. The 21-day SMA at 9,658.93 and the 50-day SMA at 9,639.66 indicate a positive bias, with scope for short-term consolidation. The RSI stays elevated and continues to strengthen. Immediate support is placed near 8,950, while resistance levels are seen at 10,000 and 10,120. 

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Source - EODHD/Others 

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