Ftse down amid concern over Greece bailout talks

The London market ended lower yesterday with traders concerned that Greece’s debt talks will see it default next week unless a deal is agreed.

The Ftse 100 was down 54.1 points to 6,753.7.

The pound fell against the dollar to $1.57, after consumer sentiment in the US rose this month to the highest level since January, suggesting that spending will strengthen this year. Sterling was a cent up against the euro, at €1.41.