29 April: FTSE 100 reached a record high of 8,171.96, driven by Anglo American and AstraZeneca gains.

29 April saw the FTSE 100 reach a new record high at 8,171.96, driven by gains in Anglo American shares and AstraZeneca progress. The FTSE 250 remained flat, while Hipgnosis Songs Fund climbed 2.3% after Blackstone agreed to acquire it. Notable moves included Frasers Group's 2% rise following a new buyback program and buy recommendation from Deutsche Bank, but JD Sports Fashion declined 2.5p.

April 29, 2024
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