United Kingdom's main stock market index, the GB100, fell to 9139 points on August 15, 2025, losing 0.42% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 2.38% and is up 9.96% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United Kingdom. United Kingdom Stock Market Index (GB100) - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

The total market capitalization of all companies trading on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) took a large hit during the early months of 2020, due mostly part to a mass sell-off of shares caused by the fears surrounding the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Between December 2019 and March 2020, the total value of market capitalization decreased by more than *** billion British pounds (GBP). The overall number of companies currently trading has also been falling. The number of daily trades spiked in March 2020 and then decreased as well. As of February 2025, the total market value of all companies trading on the London Stock Exchange stood at over **** trillion British pounds. European stock exchanges While almost every country has a stock Exchange, in Europe only five exchanges are considered major, with total market capital amounting to over *** trillion euros. The London Stock Exchange is the second largest in Europe and tenth largest worldwide. As of January 2025, Europe’s largest stock exchange, Euronext had a total market capital of listed companies valued at approximately **** trillion U.S. dollars.

Between the first quarter of 2007 and the fourth quarter of 2024, the lowest market capitalization of all companies listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) was recorded in the first quarter of 2009, at *** trillion British pounds. As of the fourth quarter of 2024, the market capitalization of the entire LSE amounted to *** trillion British pounds. Although the value of companies trading has fluctuated and increased overall, a downward trend can be seen in the number of companies listed on the LSE.

Associated British Foods reported GBP16.67B in Market Capitalization this August of 2025, considering the latest stock price and the number of outstanding shares.Data for Associated British Foods | ABF - Market Capitalization including historical, tables and charts were last updated by Trading Economics this last August in 2025.

As of January 29, 2025, the FTSE index stood at ******** points - well above its average value of around ***** points in the past few years.On the 12th of March 2020, amid the escalating crisis surrounding the coronavirus and fears of a global recession, the FTSE 100 suffered the second largest one day crash in its history and the biggest since the 1987 market crash. On the 23rd of March, the FTSE index saw its lowest value this year to date at ******** but has since began a tentative recovery. With the continuation of the pandemic, the FTSE 100 index was making a tentative recovery between late March 2020 and early June 2020. Since then the FSTE 100 index had plateaued towards the end of July, before starting a tentative upward trend in November. FTSE 100 The Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 Index, otherwise known as the FTSE 100 Index is a share index of the 100 largest companies trading on the London Stock Exchange in terms of market capitalization. At the end of March 2024, the largest company trading on the LSE was Shell. The largest ever initial public offering (IPO) on the LSE was Glencore International plc. European stock exchanges While nearly every country in Europe has a stock exchange, only five are considered major, and have a market capital of over one trillion U.S dollars. European stock exchanges make up two of the top ten major stock markets in the world. Europe’s biggest stock exchange is the Euronext which combines seven markets based in Belgium, France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, and Portugal.

Number of Businesses statistics on the Food Markets industry in the UK

Key information about United Kingdom Market Capitalization

• United Kingdom Market Capitalization accounted for 3,182.091 USD bn in Feb 2025, compared with a percentage of 3,120.628 USD bn in the previous month
• UK Market Capitalization is updated monthly, available from Apr 1999 to Feb 2025
• The data reached an all-time high of 4,211.587 USD bn in Oct 2007 and a record low of 1,402.869 USD bn in Sep 2002

CEIC converts monthly Market Capitalization into USD. London Stock Exchange provides Market Capitalization in local currency. The Federal Reserve Board period end market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Market capitalization includes only domestically listed companies. As of 2017, definitions from the revised Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) have been introduced.

The United Kingdom Food Spreads Market is Segmented by Product Type (Honey, Chocolate-Based Spread, Fruit-Based Spread, and More); Nature (Conventional and Organic), Packaging Type (Jars, Tubs, Sachets/Pouches and Others), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Online Retail Stores, and Others). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

The Great Britain Historical Database has been assembled as part of the ongoing Great Britain Historical GIS Project. The project aims to trace the emergence of the north-south divide in Britain and to provide a synoptic view of the human geography of Britain at sub-county scales. Further information about the project is available on A Vision of Britain webpages, where users can browse the database's documentation system online.

The Supermarkets industry has undergone something of a shift over the past decade – discounters Aldi and Lidl have penetrated the customer base of the traditional “Big Four” supermarkets (Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda and Morrisons), with their low prices and improving quality of products resonating with price-conscious shoppers. Over the five years through 2024-25, supermarkets' revenue is forecast to dip at a compound annual rate of 1.1% to £192.1 billion, though it's expected to inch up by 0.6% in 2024-25. Grocery price inflation has eased in 2024-25, with this stabilisation supporting consumer confidence, which has sparked greater sales volumes across major supermarket chains. Over the five years through 2024-25, the cost-of-living crisis has constrained households’ budgets, with shoppers spending less on non-essentials, shopping around more and turning to discount supermarkets. The landscape for UK supermarkets has been characterised by intense competition and emerging consumer trends. Discount retailers like Lidl and Aldi have aggressively expanded their market presence by capitalising on streamlined supply chains and low operational costs, enticing budget-conscious shoppers. Their success has prompted traditional supermarkets to embark on price wars and promotional strategies like Aldi price matches, illustrating the sector's dynamic nature. Concurrently, loyalty programmes have proven instrumental in bolstering supermarkets' profitability. Tesco, for instance, reported exponential growth in its Clubcard membership, thereby solidifying its market share. Looking forward, consumer preferences for quick and convenient shopping will threaten the traditional weekly shop. Convenience stores are likely to benefit from the little, local and often trend, stealing sales away from supermarkets. Sustainability is a growing concern for both shoppers and supermarkets. As disposable incomes recover, shoppers will emphasise sustainably produced, sourced and packaged products. Supermarkets will invest heavily in decarbonising their operations by purchasing electric fleets. However, additional costs caused by hikes to employers’ National Insurance contribution outlined in the 2024 Autumn Budget will force supermarkets to pass on additional costs to consumers, threatening their price competitiveness. Over the five years through 2029-30, supermarkets' revenue is forecast to swell at a compound annual rate of 2.1% to £213.4 billion.

Stock and commodity exchanges can benefit from various sources of revenue, ranging from fees charged through the purchasing and selling of stocks and commodities to the listing of companies on exchanges with IPOs. Yet, this hasn't meant exchanges have been free of challenges, with many companies looking to more attractive overseas markets in countries like the US that embrace stronger growth. The most notable culprits have been ARM and CRH, refusing to put up with the increasingly cheaper valuations offered by UK stock exchanges. Stock and commodity exchange revenue is expected to boom at a compound annual rate of 11.5% over the five years through 2024-25 to £15.4 billion. Boosted by the London Stock Exchange Group's Refinitiv purchase in 2021-22, the growth numbers seem inflated. The industry saw ample consolidations, aided by MiFID II's initiation in 2018. However, M&As have now decreased because of high borrowing costs. New reporting demands have bumped up regulatory costs, resulting in thinner profits. Banks, aligning with Basel IV, are pulling back on investments. Post-COVID market turbulence fuelled trades, but it's slowing down with economic stabilisation. The inflation slowdown pushes investors towards higher-value securities, boosting trade value despite lower volumes. The weak pound has been beneficial for revenue, especially for the LSEG, bolstered by dollar-earning companies in the FTSE 100. Stock and commodity exchange industry revenue is expected to show a moderate increase of 1.3% in 2024-25. Revenue is forecast to climb at a compound annual rate of 4.1% over the five years through 2029-30 to £18.8 billion. The cautious descent of interest rates from the Bank of England will slow down volatility and ensure greater business confidence in the UK. This will bring back up consolidation activity to support revenue growth, reviving the digital information and exchange markets. The most pressing concern for the industry will be potential limitations on access to the EEA for the clearing segment of the industry, which could shatter short-term growth and keep the tap running for companies exiting UK exchanges.

The UK Meal Replacement Products market is forecasted to reach USD 1,341.5 million in 2025, with strong momentum projected for the next decade. By 2035, the industry is expected to grow to USD 2,462.9 million, driven by rising health-conscious consumers, growing demand for weight management solutions, and increased interest in plant-based nutrition. The sector is anticipated to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% from 2025 to 2035.

Attributes	Values
Estimated UK Industry Size (2025)	USD 1,341.5 million
Projected UK Market Value (2035)	USD 2,462.9 million
Value-based CAGR (2025 to 2035)	6.3%

Semi-Annual Market Update for the UK Meal Replacement Products Market

Year	2024
H1 Growth Rate (%)	7.0%
H2 Growth Rate (%)	6.6%

Year	2025
H1 Growth Rate (%)	7.0%
H2 Growth Rate (%)	6.0%

Analysis of UK Meal Replacement Categories by Segments

By Product Type	Market Share
Powder	40%
Remaining segments	60%

By Consumer Type	Market Share
Weight Management	48%
Remaining segments	52%

Market Concentration and Competitive Landscape in the UK Meal Replacement Products Ecosystem

Company	Market Share
Huel	22.0%
MyProtein (The Hut Group)	18.0%
SlimFast (Glanbia)	15.0%
Maximuscle (GSK)	12.0%
PhD Nutrition	8.0%
Other Players	25.0%

Over **** of the United Kingdom's exports went to countries in Europe in 2024. European countries were collectively the main import market for the UK, with **** percent originating from there. Trade to countries in the Asia-Pacific region accounted for **** percent of imports and **** percent of exports.

Grocery markets' performance is sensitive to the level of household disposable income, health consciousness, environmental awareness and competition from other grocery retailers like supermarkets. Health consciousness and environmental awareness are ever-growing, with individuals more concerned about the provenance of their food. Organic, sustainable and local products are growing in popularity and boosting revenue as consumers are happy to pay a premium for higher-quality goods with traceable production. Grocery markets experienced a 45-year high in food price inflation in 2023, with similar rises in the cost of domestic and imported food inputs, placing significant pressure on stall operators' purchase costs. Local councils, faced with tight budgets, raised the price of pitch rents, adding to the operational costs of stall operators. A combination of these two things and depressed purchasing power among shoppers led to a drop in sales volumes. In 2024-25, revenue is forecast to grow by 0.4%, supported by growth in consumer confidence. Over the five years through 2024-25, industry-wide revenue is anticipated to grow at a compound annual rate of 8.3% to £370.8 million, supported by growing spend on premium products like artisan bread and organic meats, as real wages recover. Looking forward, supermarket competition will continue to rise. Grocery markets must find innovative ways to boost their competitiveness by improving the shopping experience, like subscription-type models, speedy delivery or personalised services and expanding the product range. Grocery markets' revenue is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 9.7% to reach £589.1 million over the five years through 2029-30.

The UK Cat Food Market is segmented by Pet Food Product (Food, Pet Nutraceuticals/Supplements, Pet Treats, Pet Veterinary Diets) and by Distribution Channel (Convenience Stores, Online Channel, Specialty Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets). The market volume and value are presented in metric ton and USD respectively. The key data points include the market size of pet food by products, distribution channels, and pets.

The Report Covers Business Intelligence Companies UK and the Market is segmented by Organization Size (Small & Medium-scale, Large-scale) and End-User (BFSI, IT & Telecom, Retail & Consumer Goods, Manufacturing & Logistics, and Public Services). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD million) for all the above segments.

The UK software distribution market is anticipated to grow exponentially in the next decade, owing to the growing acceptance for cloud-based solutions, digital transformation across various sectors, and the increasing prevalence of subscription-based software models. At an estimated market value of USD 22,115.2 million in 2025, the market is expected to be on a rise at a CAGR of 12.8% till USD 73,743.7 million by 2035.

Attributes	Values
Estimated UK Market Size in 2025	USD 22,115.2 million
Projected UK Market Size in 2035	USD 73,743.7 million
Value-based CAGR from 2025 to 2035	12.8%

Semi-Annual Market Update for UK Software Distribution Market

Particular	Value CAGR
H1 2024	11.9% (2024 to 2034)
H2 2024	12.4% (2024 to 2034)
H1 2025	12.6% (2025 to 2035)
H2 2025	13.1% (2025 to 2035)

An Analysis of the UK Software Distribution Market by Segment

Deployment Type	Market Share (2025)
Cloud-Based Distribution	65.4%
On-Premise Distribution	34.6%

Organization Size	Market Share (2025)
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)	38.2%
Others	61.8%

Market Concentration and Competitive Landscape

Vendors	Market Share (2025)
Softcat	26.7%
Bytes Technology Group	21.5%
Computacenter	19.4%
SCC UK	15.3%
Others	12.8%

British Land Company reported GBP3.44B in Market Capitalization this August of 2025, considering the latest stock price and the number of outstanding shares.Data for British Land Company | BLND - Market Capitalization including historical, tables and charts were last updated by Trading Economics this last August in 2025.

Over the five years through 2024-25, revenue is set to climb at a compound annual rate of 2% to £6.4 billion. This growth stems from recovering business confidence, which was previously shaken by Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic and soaring inflation, deterring investments. Mounting demand for online and digital research services and intense political activity has also fuelled expansion. Facing stiff competition, market research and public opinion polling companies have innovated to gain a competitive edge, embracing acquisitions in order to gain access to new technology and niche markets, as well as heavily investing in technology to improve data collection and analysis. The shift towards digital advertising has driven the adoption of advanced data gathering and research methods to better understand online consumer behaviour, though there’s been a growing trend towards in-house research as an alternative. Revenue saw a 16.3% downturn in 2020-21, a reflection of the financial strain created by COVID-19 curtailing spending on research activities. The severity of this decline, however, was cushioned by increased market research investment from the public sector and private companies looking to navigate the aftermath of the pandemic. Revenue is forecast to grow by 2.7% in 2024-25, propelled by easing inflationary pressures and the collective effort of businesses to stabilise the economy and financial markets. Public-sector demand is also escalating, driven by the General Election and the continued political discourse necessitating insights into public opinion. Looking ahead, revenue is projected to rise at a compound annual rate of 3.1% over the five years through 2029-30, reaching £7.5 billion. Growth will be fuelled by a rebound in business confidence and an uptick in spending. Demand for companies specialising in web-based market research and social media marketing is expected to surge, supported by strong advertising activity and a mounting need for media research. As e-commerce continues on a steady growth path, there will likely be an increased emphasis on investing in novel research technologies and specialised data analytics capabilities.

We investigate high-frequency reactions in the Eurozone stock market and the UK stock market during the time period surrounding the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Bank of England (BoE)'s interest rate decisions assessing how these two markets react and co-move influencing each other.

The effects are quantified by measuring linear and non-linear transfer entropy combined with a Bivariate Empirical Mode Decomposition (BEMD) from a dataset of 1-minute prices for the Euro Stoxx 50 and the FTSE 100 stock indices.

We uncover that central banks' interest rate decisions induce an upsurge in intraday volatility that is more pronounced on ECB announcement days and there is a significant information flow between the markets with prevalent direction going from the market where the announcement is made towards the other.