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FTSE 100 fell 1.53% as global markets retreat

Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for London investors and retirement balances.

By Markets Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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The FTSE 100 fell 1.53% to 10,489.04, trading lower as London investors weighed the latest moves across global markets.

How the major markets moved

On Wall Street, the S&P 500 fell 0.77% to 7,479.49, the Dow Jones fell 1.33% to 52,350.67 and the Nasdaq fell 1.11% to 25,830.68. Wall Street’s direction typically sets the tone for how London portfolios open next session.

Commodities and safe-haven demand

Gold fell 1.18% to US$4,096.5 an ounce and silver fell 3.29% to US$58.93, while WTI crude rose 4.49% to US$73.6 a barrel, a move that feeds through to petrol prices and local input costs.

Currencies and crypto

GBP/USD rose 0.05% to 1.34, shifting the maths for London importers, travellers and anyone with offshore holdings. Bitcoin fell 1.75% to US$62,191.69.

What it means locally

For London readers, the day’s moves flow through to retirement savings and pension balances, which are heavily exposed to both local and global equities, a reminder that a diversified portfolio rides out single-session swings better than a concentrated one.

This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.

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