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London pre-open: More gains expected after record close; Rio Tinto in focus

By Michele Maatouk

Date: Thursday 19 Feb 2026

(Sharecast News) - London stocks were set for more gains on Thursday following a record close in the previous session, after a drop in inflation boosted hopes of a rate cut in March.
The FTSE 100 was called to open around 21 points higher.

Investors will be mulling the latest...

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