UK Stock Market Opening Preview for 4 December 2025: FTSE 100 Outlook, Key Data and Stocks to Watch

As London investors get ready for the open on Thursday, 4 December 2025, the backdrop is a mix of sluggish UK growth signals, stronger global risk appetite, and intense speculation over interest-rate cuts on both sides of the Atlantic.

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US Stock Market Today Updates

MARKET CALENDAR

Key Events Today

The catalysts most likely to move markets.

#1

Warsh at Jackson Hole

Policy tone can move rates, USD, equities, gold and crypto simultaneously.

#2

Michigan sentiment

A weak final reading or elevated inflation expectations could pressure risk assets.

#3

Chicago PMI

A surprise versus 58.0 may alter the near-term manufacturing-growth narrative.

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Times and estimates may change. Verify before trading.