Markets: FTSE100 ends the week on a high

Most markets put in a positive performance on Friday. The FTSE 100 rose 1.4% to close at 6,550, its highest of the week.

  • FTSE 100 up 0.8% to 6,550
  • Gold up 1.4% to $1,280.45/oz
  • £/$ - 1.5150

Resources stocks were the top performers. BP took the top spot with a 5.3% rise, while Glencore, BG Group and Anglo American added between 5% and 3.8%.

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