India, Sept. 21 -- The FTSE 100 has risen today mostly due to the decline in oil prices due to an expectation of an increase in supplies from the Gulf region. This has lowered worries of any inflation in the economy. The rise in equity markets abroad is also helping.

Why Is the UK Stock Market Up Today, September 21, 2026?

The FTSE 100 rose around 0.36% to about 10,697 in early European trading, after closing at 10,659.13 on Friday. The move came as investors responded to lower oil prices and improving expectations around energy supplies from the Middle East.

1. Oil prices are falling

Brent crude dropped around 2% to roughly $101.8 a barrel on Monday. Markets are focusing on signs that Saudi Arabia's oil exports are recovering and tha...