Astrazeneca was the leading pharmaceutical company in the United Kingdom as of March 7, 2024, with a market capitalization amounting to approximately ***** billion U.S. dollars. GlaxoSmithKline followed as the second largest pharma company in the country, with market capitalization of nearly **** billion U.S. dollars. Examining the development of the FTSE 100 Index, which was launched in January 1984 with a base level of 1,000, increased by more than sevenfold to date. What is the FTSE 100 index? The Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 Index, commonly known as the "Footsie", is the most widely recognized stock market index in the United Kingdom. It is made up of the 100 largest blue-chip companies on the London Stock Exchange. Companies from various sectors, such as healthcare, consumer goods, and energy, are included in the index, as are leading banks of the United Kingdom, such as HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, and Barclays. Moreover, it can be seen as a reflection of the investment climate in the United Kingdom. What is not included in the FTSE 100 Index? Most notably, the FTSE 100 Index, like most indices, is not adjusted for inflation. While inflation in the United Kingdom has gone down dramatically since 2023, it might be useful to adjust the historic figures on the index when comparing historic data to current levels. This is especially important when the index seems to have increased by a few percentage points because inflation may have increased at a faster rate than stock prices.

The Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 index (FTSE 100) is a share index of the 100 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange with the highest market capitalization. The index, which began in January 1984 with the base level of 1,000, reached ******** at the end of 2024. LSE Overview Established in 1571, the London Stock Exchange (LSE) has grown to become the ninth-largest globally. Companies listed on the LSE had a companies primarily hail from the energy and pharmaceutical sectors, with Shell and AstraZeneca leading the pack. In the realm of

The statistic shows the highs and lows of the FTSE 100 Index between 2000 and 2024. The FTSE 100 Index is a share index of the 100 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange with the highest market capitalization. It remains one of the most widely used stock indices and is regarded as a gauge of business prosperity in the United Kingdom. In 2024, the FTSE reached a yearly high of ******* and a low of ********. London Stock Exchange As of May 2024, the number of companies trading on the London Stock Exchange stood at *****. These companies had a combined market capitalization of approximately *** trillion British pounds and ******* daily average trades. Largest companies on the LSE As of March 2023, Shell Plc was the leading company listed on the London Stock Exchange in terms of market capitalization. This made them the largest of all companies trading shares on the LSE in 2023 from more than ** countries globally. Seen as the heart of the global financial community, the London Stock Exchange is the second largest stock market in Europe and ranks seventh globally.

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.

To identify emerging interdependencies between traded stocks we investigate the behavior of the stocks of FTSE 100 companies in the period 2000-2015, by looking at daily stock values. Exploiting the power of information theoretical measures to extract direct influences between multiple time series, we compute the information flow across stock values to identify several different regimes. While small information flows is detected in most of the period, a dramatically different situation occurs in the proximity of global financial crises, where stock values exhibit strong and substantial interdependence for a prolonged period. This behavior is consistent with what one would generally expect from a complex system near criticality in physical systems, showing the long lasting effects of crashes on stock markets.

The Brent Stock Market Index, also known as the FTSE 100 Index, is a market capitalization-weighted index of the top 100 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange. It is widely used as a benchmark for the performance of the UK stock market.

Techsalerator offers an extensive dataset of End-of-Day Pricing Data for all 26 companies listed on the GEMMA (Gilt Edged Market Maker Association) (GEMX) in United Kingdom. This dataset includes the closing prices of equities (stocks), bonds, and indices at the end of each trading session. End-of-day prices are vital pieces of market data that are widely used by investors, traders, and financial institutions to monitor the performance and value of these assets over time.

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Top 5 used data fields in the End-of-Day Pricing Dataset for United Kingdom :

1. Equity Closing Price :The closing price of individual company stocks at the end of the trading day.This field provides insights into the final price at which market participants were willing to buy or sell shares of a specific company.

2. Bond Closing Price: The closing price of various fixed-income securities, including government bonds, corporate bonds, and municipal bonds. Bond investors use this field to assess the current market value of their bond holdings.

3. Index Closing Price: The closing value of market indices, such as the Botswana stock market index, at the end of the trading day. These indices track the overall market performance and direction.

4. Equity Ticker Symbol: The unique symbol used to identify individual company stocks. Ticker symbols facilitate efficient trading and data retrieval.

5. Date of Closing Price: The specific trading day for which the closing price is provided. This date is essential for historical analysis and trend monitoring.

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Top 5 financial instruments with End-of-Day Pricing Data in United Kingdom:

FTSE 100 Index: The Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 Index, often referred to as the FTSE 100 or "Footsie," is the main benchmark index of the London Stock Exchange. It tracks the performance of the 100 largest publicly traded companies in the United Kingdom based on market capitalization.

FTSE 250 Index: The FTSE 250 Index is another major stock market index in the United Kingdom. It includes the next 250 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange after the FTSE 100.

Company X: A prominent British multinational corporation that operates in various sectors, such as finance, technology, or energy. This company's stock is actively traded on the London Stock Exchange.

Company Y: A leading British financial institution that offers banking, investment, and financial services both domestically and internationally. This company's stock is widely traded on the London Stock Exchange.

Company Z: A major British pharmaceutical, consumer goods, or manufacturing company with a significant global presence. This company's stock is listed and actively traded on the London Stock Exchange.

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If you're interested in accessing Techsalerator's End-of-Day Pricing Data for United Kingdom, please contact info@techsalerator.com with your specific requirements. Techsalerator will provide you with a customized quote based on the number of data fields and records you need. The dataset can be delivered within 24 hours, and ongoing access options can be discussed if needed.

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Data fields included:

Equity Ticker Symbol Equity Closing Price Bond Ticker Symbol Bond Closing Price Index Ticker Symbol Index Closing Price Date of Closing Price Equity Name Equity Volume Equity High Price Equity Low Price Equity Open Price Bond Name Bond Coupon Rate Bond Maturity Index Name Index Change Index Percent Change Exchange Currency Total Market Capitalization Dividend Yield Price-to-Earnings Ratio (P/E) ‍

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1. How much does the End-of-Day Pricing Data cost in United Kingdom ?

The cost of this dataset may vary depending on factors such as the number of data fields, the frequency of updates, and the total records count. For precise pricing details, it is recommended to directly consult with a Techsalerator Data specialist.

1. How complete is the End-of-Day Pricing Data coverage in United Kingdom?

Techsalerator provides comprehensive coverage of End-of-Day Pricing Data for various financial instruments, including equities, bonds, and indices. Thedataset encompasses major companies and securities traded on United Kingdom exchanges.

1. How does Techsalerator collect this data?

Techsalerator collects End-of-Day Pricing Data from reliable sources, including stock exchanges, financial news outlets, and other market data providers. Data is carefully curated to ensure accuracy and reliability.

1. Can I select specific financial instruments or multiple countries with Techsalerator's End-of-Day Pricing Data?

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FCHI The FCHI, or the CAC 40 Index, is a benchmark stock market index in France that represents the performance of the 40 most significant and actively traded stocks on the Euronext Paris. It includes major French companies across various sectors such as finance, energy, consumer goods, and technology. The index is widely used by investors and financial professionals to gauge the health of the French economy and serves as a key indicator of European market trends.

FTSE The FTSE 100 Index, commonly referred to as simply the FTSE, is a stock market index that tracks the performance of the 100 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange, ranked by market capitalization. It is one of the most widely followed indices in Europe and reflects the overall strength and direction of the UK's economy. Major multinational corporations in sectors like banking, oil, and pharmaceuticals are heavily represented in this index.

GDAXI The GDAXI, also known as the DAX 40 or simply DAX, is Germany’s leading stock market index, consisting of the 40 largest and most liquid German companies trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. These companies are typically industry leaders in sectors such as automotive, industrial manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and financial services. The DAX is a key indicator of economic performance in Germany and is closely watched by investors around the world.

HSI The HSI, or Hang Seng Index, is a stock market index that tracks the performance of the largest companies listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. It serves as a key benchmark for the Hong Kong stock market and provides insight into the economic conditions of Hong Kong and greater China. The index includes companies from various sectors, including finance, real estate, and technology, many of which have significant operations in mainland China.

IDX The IDX Composite Index, often referred to as the Jakarta Composite Index, is the main stock market index for the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). It measures the performance of all actively traded stocks listed on the exchange and is used as a key indicator of the overall health of the Indonesian economy. The index covers a wide range of industries, including banking, commodities, telecommunications, and consumer goods.

N225 The N225, or Nikkei 225, is Japan’s most well-known stock market index, comprising 225 top-quality companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It is a price-weighted index that reflects the performance of major Japanese firms across various industries such as electronics, automotive, and financial services. The Nikkei 225 is considered a key barometer of Japan's economic health and is widely monitored by global investors.

NYA The NYA, or NYSE COMPOSITE INDEX, is a broad stock market index that includes all common stocks listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Unlike more narrow indices such as the Dow Jones Industrial Average, the NYA offers a comprehensive view of the entire NYSE market, covering companies across multiple sectors and market capitalizations. It is used by investors to assess the overall performance of the U.S. stock market.

As of May 2025, the pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca was the leading company listed on the London Exchange (LSE), with a market capitalization of 159 billion British pounds. This made them the largest of all companies listed on the LSE. Seen as the heart of the global financial community, the London Stock Exchange is the second-largest stock market in Europe and ranks eighth globally. Key information The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is among the largest stock market operators globally and ranks 11th in terms of the oldest stock exchanges in existence, with 224 years of operation as of 2025. Performance after Covid The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound effect on the global economy, causing considerable volatility on the stock market. The London Stock Exchange (LSE) saw a notable decline in the market capitalization value of its listed companies, reaching its lowest value in March 2020 at approximately three trillion British pounds in correlation with a surge in the average daily number of trades, which peaked at over two billion. Following this initial reaction, the LSE observed a decrease in the average daily active traders, alongside a gradual recovery in the market capitalization of the listed companies.

The aim of this dataset is to provide a comprehensive set of financial, structural and contextual facts and figures which depict the setting in which directors and organisations work. These data cover a selection of characteristics, including demographic and biographic information of FTSE 100 directors and senior executive directors in top management teams in 2008, as well as financial and other corporate indicators. The methodology of this data collection is codified in the user guide (see documentation section below) which further elaborates the assumptions underlying choices made in collating these data.

This quantitative dataset was collected as part of a wider qualitative project which interviewed executive, non-executive directors, chairmen and investors of the FTSE 100 companies, as well as selected investors, auditors, regulators and executive search consultants. The qualitative data are not available from the UK Data Archive.

Further information is available from the Leading FTSE Companies: an interdisciplinary study of directors, boards and corporate governance process ESRC Award web page.

Context

This dataset provides a comprehensive and clean historical view of the Italian stock market, specifically focusing on the companies within the FTSE MIB and FTSE Italia Mid Cap indices. It was created as the foundational asset for a quantitative finance project aimed at developing and backtesting factor-based investment strategies. The data has undergone a rigorous quality assurance process to remove outliers and logical inconsistencies.

Content

The dataset is composed of three separate CSV files, linked by security_id and date:

1. securities_master.csv The master file containing the list of all securities in the investment universe. * id: Unique integer identifier for each security (Primary Key). * ticker: The unique stock ticker (e.g., ENI.MI). * company_name: The full name of the company. * sector: The business sector of the company. * index_name: The index the stock belongs to (FTSE MIB or FTSE Mid Cap).

2. daily_prices.csv Contains the full daily price history for each security since 2002-01-01. * id: Unique integer identifier for the price record. * security_id: Foreign Key linking to the id in securities_master. * price_date: The trading date in YYYY-MM-DD format. * open, high, low, close: Standard OHLC prices, adjusted for dividends and splits. * volume: The number of shares traded.

3. macro_data.csv Provides the macroeconomic context with daily frequency (using forward-fill for lower frequency data). * data_date: The date in YYYY-MM-DD format. * [Other columns]: Contains various indicators like vix_close, btp_10y_yield, btp_bund_spread, eu_gdp_growth, it_inflation_rate, etc.

Methodology

The data was collected programmatically using Python libraries (yfinance, pandas-datareader) from trusted sources (Yahoo Finance, FRED). A multi-step data cleaning and validation process was applied to ensure quality and consistency.

Inspiration

The primary challenge for this dataset is to build a portfolio selection model that can consistently outperform the FTSE MIB index on a risk-adjusted basis. What factors (Momentum, Volatility, Macro) are most predictive for the Italian market?

This statistic shows the number of FTSE 100 companies with female executives in the United Kingdom (UK) from 2012 to 2019. During the observed period the number of female executives in FTSE 100 companies increased annually and reached 25 companies with female executives by June 2019.

Key information about United Kingdom Market Capitalization: % of GDP

• United Kingdom Market Capitalization accounted for 82.7 % of its Nominal GDP in Dec 2024, compared with a percentage of 69.6 % in the previous year
• UK Market Capitalization: % Nominal GDP is updated yearly, available from Dec 1999 to Dec 2024
• The data reached an all-time high of 130.7 % in Dec 2006 and a record low of 69.6 % in Dec 2023

CEIC calculates annual Market Capitalization as % of Nominal GDP from monthly Market Capitalization and quarterly Nominal GDP. London Stock Exchange provides Market Capitalization in local currency. The Office for National Statistics provides Nominal GDP in local currency. As of 2017, definitions from the revised Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) have been introduced. Market Capitalization includes domestically listed companies only.


Further information about United Kingdom Market Capitalization: % of GDP

• In the latest reports, FTSE All-Share recorded a daily P/E ratio of 14.4 in Jul 2022
• FTSE 100 closed at 9,720.5 points in Nov 2025

This statistic shows the number of FTSE 100 companies with at least one female director in the United Kingdom (UK) from 2012 to 2019. During the observed period, the number of companies with at least one female professional holding a position on the board of directors increased and as of June 2019, all FTSE 100 companies had at least one female director.

In 2024, ** percent of director roles, and executive committees at Marks and Spencers were women, one of only three companies in this year to have a majority of women at this level.

Total-Stockholder-Equity Time Series for The Mercantile Investment Trust plc. The Mercantile Investment Trust plc is an open ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by JPMorgan Funds Limited. The fund is co-managed by JPMorgan Asset Management (UK) Limited. It invests in the public equity markets of the United Kingdoms. The fund spreads its investments across diversified sectors. It invests in the stocks of mid and small cap companies. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the FTSE All Share (ex FTSE 100, ex Inv Companies) Index. It was formerly known as JP Morgan Fleming Mercantile Investment Trust plc. The Mercantile Investment Trust plc was formed in December 1884 and is domiciled in the United Kingdoms.

Diluted-Average-Shares Time Series for The Mercantile Investment Trust plc. The Mercantile Investment Trust plc is an open ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by JPMorgan Funds Limited. The fund is co-managed by JPMorgan Asset Management (UK) Limited. It invests in the public equity markets of the United Kingdoms. The fund spreads its investments across diversified sectors. It invests in the stocks of mid and small cap companies. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the FTSE All Share (ex FTSE 100, ex Inv Companies) Index. It was formerly known as JP Morgan Fleming Mercantile Investment Trust plc. The Mercantile Investment Trust plc was formed in December 1884 and is domiciled in the United Kingdoms.

Italy's main stock market index, the IT40, rose to 43652 points on December 2, 2025, gaining 0.91% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.99% and is up 29.04% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Italy. Italy Stock Market Index (IT40) - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on December of 2025.

This statistic shows the amount of female directors working on the board of FTSE 100 companies in the United Kingdom (UK) from 2012 to 2019. Over this period, FTSE 100 companies have experienced an increase of *** female professionals holding a position on the board of directors, amounting to *** female professionals on the board of directors as of June 2019.

In 2024, 9.4 percent of FTSE 100 companies had a female CEO, compared with 6.1 percent among FTSE 250 companies. Female representation was overall higher among FTSE 100 companies than FTSE 250 ones, with a higher share of female CEOs, executive directors, and non-executive directors.