The FTSE 100 experienced a slight downturn, trading 0.3% lower on Thursday after reaching a record high the previous day. Losses in the mining and energy sectors primarily drove this decrease, offsetting gains in other areas.
- FTSE 100 traded 0.3% lower.
- Rio Tinto’s flat full-year profit led to a decline in mining shares.
- Centrica dropped over 7.5% due to no new share buyback and unchanged guidance.
- Mondi rose nearly 3% despite reporting lower 2025 profit.
The FTSE 100’s performance was mixed, showcasing sector-specific vulnerabilities and opportunities. Weakness in commodity-related stocks weighed on the index, while individual companies, such as Mondi, demonstrated resilience despite broader market challenges. This suggests that factors beyond overall market sentiment are influencing individual stock performance within the FTSE 100.