Markets: rising metals prices nudge FTSE 100 higher

The FTSE 100 edged higher yesterday, driven in part by higher metals prices. The index added 0.1% to close at 6,162.

  • FTSE 100 up 0.1% to 6,162
  • Gold up 0.9% to $1,277.21/oz
  • £/$ 1.4448

Miner Anglo American topped the index with a 5.4% climb, while Randgold Resources added 3.5% and BHP Billiton was 2.8% higher.

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