FTSE 100 rises as Shell boosts energy stocks despite mining weakness

FTSE 100 edged higher on Tuesday as energy stocks—led by Shell—gained amid rising oil prices, offsetting weakness in precious metals miners. Strength in consumer-focused shares also supported the index, while the FTSE 250 midcap index traded lower.

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FTSE 100 edged higher on Tuesday as energy stocks—led by Shell—gained amid rising oil prices, offsetting weakness in precious metals miners. Strength in consumer-focused shares also supported the index, while the FTSE 250 midcap index traded lower.