FTSE 100 edges higher as energy stocks offset consumer losses

The FTSE 100 edged higher on Monday, with gains in energy and financial stocks offset by weakness in consumer staples and mining. Investors remained cautious ahead of major central bank decisions later this week, keeping the move modest and sentiment restrained. The setup is more of a broad market wait-and-see than a catalyst-driven rally.

Analysis

The FTSE 100 edged higher on Monday, with gains in energy and financial stocks offset by weakness in consumer staples and mining. Investors remained cautious ahead of major central bank decisions later this week, keeping the move modest and sentiment restrained. The setup is more of a broad market wait-and-see than a catalyst-driven rally.