India, May 29 -- The UK stock market opened higher as the FTSE 100 Index climbed 0.2% to 10,447.64, driven by renewed geopolitical optimism surrounding a potential 60-day ceasefire extension between the US and Iran awaiting final approval. This morning rebound follows a minor pullback on Thursday when the blue-chip index fell 0.75%, snapping an eight-session winning streak.

FTSE 100 Index (UKX) Today

The FTSE 100 Index (UKX) is trading around the 10,445 mark, reflecting a modest intraday gain of roughly +0.20%. The index has fluctuated within a daily range of 10,425 and 10,453, sitting modestly above its previous close.

FTSE 100 (UKX) Market Snapshot

The FTSE 100 Index (UKX) is trading up today at 10,442.66, gaining +16.70 points (+0....