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18 Feb 2026, 14:52 UTC · 29w ago
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The FTSE 100 reached a new all-time record close of 10,686, driven by weaker UK inflation and strong performance in mining and defense. — A record-breaking index close supported by fundamental macro drivers indicates strong bullish momentum for UK large-caps.
+0.60Mining stocks are seeing significant gains, with Antofagasta up over 10% and Anglo American and Glencore up over 4%. — Strong price action in major miners suggests a broader bullish trend in commodities and industrial metals.
+0.50Investors are rotating away from government bonds and 'paper promises' toward real assets due to budget deficit concerns and inflation. — A structural shift in asset allocation away from sovereign debt increases risk for bonds while supporting hard assets.
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The VIX experienced a sharp reversal, signaling a revival of bullish momentum and the start of dip buying in tech stocks. — A falling volatility index typically lowers the risk premium and encourages aggressive entry into equity markets.
+0.30Bitcoin has slumped to the bottom of the performance list over the last 12 months. — Poor relative performance indicates a loss of appetite for high-risk digital assets compared to other investment vehicles.
-0.30Which stocks this story touches
Stock price is up over 10%.
Stock price is up over 4%.
Stock price is up over 4%.
Listed as a top 10 performer, up more than 3%.
Listed as a top 10 performer, up more than 3%.
Listed as a top 10 performer, up more than 3%.
Listed as a top 10 performer, up more than 3%.
Listed as a top 10 performer, up more than 3%.
Listed as a top 10 performer, up more than 3%.
Listed as a top 10 performer, up more than 3%.
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