The FTSE 100 index declined as oil prices rose above $100 per barrel, following Donald Trump's statement indicating no resolution to the conflict with Iran until after the mid-term elections in November.

UK · 2026-09-10

1. Step 1 · The triggerTrump's statement signals no US-Iran resolution, sustaining geopolitical risk and pushing Brent crude above $100.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onHigher oil prices drive up UK energy and input costs, raising inflation expectations.
3. Step 3 · Reaches youUK equity valuations fall as higher input costs and inflation expectations lift discount rates, compressing future earnings and margins for SMEs.

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Source: UK Investor Magazine

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