UK Stock Market Today (July 17): The UK’s benchmark FTSE 100 Index recovered from early losses to trade 0.26% higher at 10,600.25 during intraday trading on Friday, July 17, 2026. The index had opened in negative territory as a global technology selloff and escalating Middle East tensions weighed on investor sentiment. London equities initially came under pressure after a sharp decline in international chip stocks. However, gains in Burberry following a strong trading update and encouraging UK employment data helped lift the market. Meanwhile, the British pound weakened slightly, trading at US$1.3465.
UK Stock Market Today (July 17)
The UK stock market faces challenges today, July 17, 2026, where the blue chip FTSE 100 Index is selling at 10,600.23. Although it has been oscillating around earlier forecasts of 10,592.10, pre-market futures indicated that the market was heading downwards because of a sharp sell-off in technology globally and political uncertainty in the Middle East.
| Index | Value | Change | Day’s High | Day’s Low | Previous Close |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTSE 100 | 10,590.70 | +18.46 (+0.17%) | 10,623.69 | 10,549.12 | 10,572.24 |
| FTSE 250 | 23,598.62 | -117.21 (-0.49%) | 23,715.98 | 23,574.97 | 23,715.83 |
| FTSE 350 | 5,758.09 | +5.88 (+0.10%) | 5,775.35 | 5,737.35 | 5,752.21 |
| FTSE All-Share | 5,695.00 | +5.43 (+0.10%) | 5,711.94 | 5,674.90 | 5,689.57 |
| FTSE AIM UK 50 | 4,090.21 | -43.97 (-1.06%) | 4,134.18 | 4,090.21 | 4,134.18 |
| FTSE AIM 100 | 3,502.69 | -46.22 (-1.30%) | 3,555.26 | 3,502.69 | 3,548.91 |
| FTSE AIM All-Share | 758.53 | -7.65 (-1.00%) | 767.24 | 758.53 | 766.18 |
London Stock Exchange Market Today, July 17, 2026
- Daily Open: 10,572.39
- Session High: 10,623.69
- Session Low: 10,549.12
- Previous Close: 10,572.24
FTSE 250 Today
- Open Price: 23,715.98 GBP
- Daily High: 23,715.98 GBP
- Daily Low: 23,565.94 GBP
- Previous Close: 23,715.83 GBP
FTSE 350 Today
- Open Price: 5,752.29
- Daily High: 5,775.35
- Daily Low: 5,737.35
- Previous Close: 5,752.21
FTSE All-Share Today
- Open Price:Â 5,689.64
- Daily High: 5,711.94
- Daily Low: 5,674.90
- Previous Close: 5689.5
FTSE AIM UK 50 Today
- Opening Price: 4,134.18 GBP
- Daily High: 4,134.18 GBP
- Daily Low: 4,085.88 GBP
- Previous Close: 4,134.18 GBP
UK Gold Price Today (GBP (£))
Spot gold is trading at around £3,011 to £3,033 per troy ounce (£96 to £97 per gram) in the UK today.
UK Silver Price Today (GBP (£))
The spot price of silver in the UK is about £41.50 to £44.00 per troy ounce. A troy ounce is a special weight used for gold and silver. It is equal to 31.103 grams.
UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Last 10 Days Market Performance
| Date | Price | Open | High | Low | Volume | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-07-2026 | 10,469.25 | 10,457.50 | 10,481.50 | 10,443.25 | 22.31M | -0.44% |
| 15-07-2026 | 10,515.92 | 10,529.05 | 10,546.16 | 10,443.59 | 918.54M | -0.13% |
| 14-07-2026 | 10,529.39 | 10,498.70 | 10,552.56 | 10,422.98 | 645.96M | +0.30% |
| 13-07-2026 | 10,498.29 | 10,498.05 | 10,532.10 | 10,465.00 | 596.25M | +0.01% |
| 10-07-2026 | 10,497.29 | 10,471.94 | 10,513.90 | 10,462.75 | 740.63M | +0.24% |
| 09-07-2026 | 10,472.45 | 10,487.89 | 10,539.47 | 10,397.48 | 548.78M | -0.16% |
| 08-07-2026 | 10,489.04 | 10,666.09 | 10,666.09 | 10,467.01 | 691.96M | -1.66% |
| 07-07-2026 | 10,665.88 | 10,651.30 | 10,747.01 | 10,651.17 | 638.38M | +0.13% |
| 06-07-2026 | 10,651.77 | 10,679.38 | 10,733.39 | 10,618.43 | 573.48M | -0.26% |
UK Stock Market Today (July 17): What is Happening in the UK Stock Market Today?
The FTSE 100 index is looking for a tentative start today as futures trade 0.5% lower. The market sentiments are under pressure owing to an equity sell-off in tech and chip makers globally, geopolitical issues in the Middle East region, and domestic companies’ earnings including Burberry
UK Stock Market Today (July 17): Top Gainers in the London Stock Exchange
- Diploma PLC (DPLM): Rose 4.51% to 7,075 GBX.
- Metlen Energy & Metals (MTLN): Gained 4.16% to 43.12 EUR.
- Spirax Group PLC (SPX): Advanced 3.01% to 6,850 GBX.
- Shoe Zone PLC (SHOE): Jumped 15.00%.
- Marechale Capital (MACT): Surged 16.09%.
- Insig AI PLC (INSG): Soared 18.18%.
UK Stock Market Today (July 17): Top Losers in the London Stock Exchange
- Ocado Group PLC (OCDO): Down 10.41% at 159.2 GBX.
- Ceres Power Holdings plc (CWR): Down 10.36% at 380.6 GBX.
- Seraphim Space Investment Trust plc (SSIT): Down 9.30%.
- Foxtons Group Plc (FOXT): Down 9.30% at 39.50 GBX.
- Goldplat plc (GDP): Down 8.75% at 18.3 GBX.
- Raspberry Pi Holdings plc (RPI): Down 3.83%.
UK Stock Market Today (July 17): What Should Investors Know?
The UK’s benchmark FTSE 100 Index is displaying strong resilience today, erasing early losses to trade modestly higher around 10,590, outperforming its broader European peers. The index is heavily benefiting from its unique structural composition, which is heavily weighted toward defensive sectors like healthcare and consumer staples rather than volatile technology firms.
Disclaimer:Â The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The Sunday Guardian suggests that readers must consult with a certified financial advisor before making any investment or money-related decisions. The stock market involves significant risk.
