Energy stocks, homebuilders boost FTSE 100; DH Smith slumps
British shares ended higher on Tuesday led by gains in heavyweight energy and homebuilder stocks, while investors hoped that the central bank will keep interest rates at record lows despite a recent rise in inflation. The benchmark FTSE 100 index climbed 0.5%, with British Land and Land Securities being the top gainers, up between 3% []
Energy stocks, homebuilders boost FTSE 100; DH Smith slumps
British shares ended higher on Tuesday led by gains in heavyweight energy and homebuilder stocks, while investors hoped that the central bank will keep interest rates at record lows despite a recent rise in inflation. The benchmark FTSE 100 index climbed 0.5%, with British Land and Land Securities being the top gainers, up between 3% []