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UK Stock Market Today, 24 November 2025: FTSE 100 Ends Flat as Defence Stocks Slide but Banks and Miners Advance

UK Stock Market Today, 24 November 2025: FTSE 100 Ends Flat as Defence Stocks Slide but Banks and Miners Advance

The FTSE 100 closed nearly flat at 9,534.91, down 0.05% on Monday, while the FTSE 250 rose 0.23%, ending an eight-day losing streak. Defence stocks fell on signs of Ukraine peace talks, but banks and gold miners rallied on U.S. rate-cut hopes. Investors remained cautious ahead of Wednesday’s UK Budget.

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  • Southern Co. (SO) Rises Amid Market Decline; Upcoming Earnings in Focus
    June 5, 2026, 7:32 PM EDT. Southern Co. (SO) shares rose 1.07% to $92.60, outperforming the S&P 500's 2.65% drop in a mixed market. Despite a slight monthly decline, SO's upcoming earnings report garners attention with projected EPS of $1.01, a 10.99% increase year-over-year, and revenue expected at $7.31 billion. The company holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a forward P/E ratio of 20.01, above the industry average of 17.88. SO's PEG ratio is 2.77, indicating valuation against expected growth. The Utility - Electric Power industry ranks low at 152 out of 250+ industries per Zacks, signaling sector challenges. Investors will monitor Southern Co.'s financial results and analyst revisions closely for near-term stock implications.

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