FTSE 100 closes lower as geopolitical issues worry investors

The FTSE 250 ended 62.61 points lower, 0.3%, at 21,534.10 (PA) - (PA Archive)

The FTSE 100 gave back early gains to close lower on Wednesday as weak retailers and increased geopolitical concerns limited progress.

The index closed down 17.14 points, 0.2%, at 9,225.39. The FTSE 250 ended 62.61 points lower, 0.3%, at 21,534.10 and the AIM All-Share finished down 6.29 points, 0.8%, at 762.01.