Post July 9, 2024July 9, 2024Uncategorized, Economy, News & Updates FTSE 100 Index Gains as BP and Shell Stocks Decline by Ecem Efe London stocks opened mixed as BP and Shell faced declines ahead of expected impairments. UK retail sales dipped due to cooler weather. US markets closed mixed, awaiting Powell's testimony. Currency and commodity markets showed slight fluctuations.