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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 21 MIN

FTSE 100 Hits 10,000 as Defence, Commodities and Gold Lead Market Themes

from Merryn Talks Money · host Bloomberg

On this week’s markets roundup, hosts Merryn Somerset Webb and John Stepek discuss the strong performance of the FTSE 100, which has finally closed above 10,000. While it may not remain at that level, it marks a bright start. They also explore the key investment themes of 2025 and explain why equities in these areas are likely to remain elevated throughout 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions—particularly in defence, commodities, and precious metals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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