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London’s FTSE 100 Index Declines on Sector Weakness Despite Broader Risk Appetite

The FTSE 100 index fell 0.4% on January 28, 2026, pressured by declines in healthcare and banking stocks, offset partially by gains in the FTSE 250 and energy sectors. Pharmaceutical giants and major lenders slid amid mixed earnings data and profit taking, while miners and energy companies found support. Market participants maintained focus on upcoming earnings and U.S. monetary policy developments influencing global sentiment.

European Shares Rebound After Trump Withdraws Tariff Threats

European equities rose sharply as U.S. President Donald Trump backed away from tariff threats over Greenland, boosting investor confidence across markets. The STOXX 600 climbed 1.2%, led by gains in autos and telecoms, while volatility measures fell for a second session. Analysts cautioned that geopolitical risks remain, even as the near-term trading environment improved.