Business● ElevatedJul 9 · Jul 9, 2026, 11:15 PM
FTSE 100 volatile as Iran strikes lift united kingdom borrowing costs
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from bmmagazine.co.uk · United Kingdom
The FTSE 100 experienced volatility, and United Kingdom borrowing costs increased, reportedly due to recent strikes by Iran. This indicates a significant financial market reaction to geopolitical events.
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