FTSE 100 thrives but tariff threat hurts Europe

The FTSE 100 index closed up 56.94 points, 0.6%, at 8,998.06. It earlier hit a new all-time peak of 8,999.22 (Danny Lawson/PA) - (PA Wire)

The FTSE 100 hit a new high on Monday, closing in touching distance of 9,000, outperforming European peers held back by the latest US tariff threats.

The FTSE 100 index closed up 56.94 points, 0.6%, at 8,998.06. It earlier hit a new all-time peak of 8,999.22.