Markets: FTSE 100 climbs to its highest in five months

Spurred on by commodity stocks, the FTSE 100 built on Friday’s gains to close up 1.3% at 6,872, its highest close since September.

  • FTSE 100 up 1.3% to 6,872
  • Gold down 1.1% to $1,260.42/oz
  • £/$ - 1.5166

Miners and energy stocks were among the best performers. Glencore led the sector up with a 6.4% gain, while Royal Dutch Shell added 5.4% and Antofagasta rose 5.1%. Despite a 20% fall in annual profits, BP gained 3%.

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