UK100 (UK 100 INDEX)
Fast Facts
- The FTSE 100 is a stock market index consisting of the 100 largest companies by market capitalization listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE).
- It was launched in 1984 and is often seen as a barometer of the UK economy.
- The FTSE 100 includes major global companies such as HSBC, Unilever, and Royal Dutch Shell.
- The index is capitalization-weighted, meaning companies with higher market value have more influence on its performance.
- The FTSE 100 is updated every 15 seconds during trading hours, reflecting the dynamic nature of stock prices.
