London Stocks Rise Amid US-China Trade Deal Hopes
London stocks had nudged higher by midday on Monday, amid hopes of a trade deal between the US and China.
The FTSE 100 was up 0.1% at 9,650.46. US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are due to meet in South Korea on Thursday to discuss trade matters.
"I believe that we have the framework for the two leaders to have a very productive meeting for both sides." - US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
"I've got a lot of respect for President Xi and I think we're going to come away with a deal." - US President Donald Trump
HSBC falls as London stocks rise.
Author's summary: London stocks rise amid US-China trade deal hopes.
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