7 Minutes on Markets

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7IM

12 January 2026

8m 11s

FTSE 100 breaks 10,000 barrier: what it means for investors

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Sam Hannon and Ben Kumar delve into the latest financial and geopolitical developments, noting the FTSE 100's landmark achievement and Venezuela's continuing saga. Despite a calm weekend politically, the podcast outlines how Venezuela's President's arrest has left oil markets steady amid the upheaval. The FTSE 100 offers investors stable opportunities, thanks to its diverse companies in key growth sectors like defense and energy.