Footsie closes on upbeat note

The FTSE 100 Index ended the session on an upbeat note today as investors took the first interest rate rise in almost four years in their stride.

Footsie closes on upbeat note

The FTSE 100 Index ended the session on an upbeat note today as investors took the first interest rate rise in almost four years in their stride.

After opening on an uncertain note – sinking 20 points into the red in early trading – the benchmark index moved back towards break-even point as the Bank of England’s announcement approached.

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