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FTSE 100 Drifts Lower On Renewed Middle East Concerns

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FTSE 100 drifted down on Thursday after three consecutive days of gains as U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of further strikes on Iran reignited growth and inflation concerns. The geopolitical escalation prompted risk-off positioning, weighing on UK equities and curbing the recent rally.

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FTSE 100 drifted down on Thursday after three consecutive days of gains as U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of further strikes on Iran reignited growth and inflation concerns. The geopolitical escalation prompted risk-off positioning, weighing on UK equities and curbing the recent rally.

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