London's FTSE 100 stock index surpassed 10,000 points for the first time on January 2, 2026, continuing a record-breaking trend from the previous year. The index saw a gain of 1.0 in early trading, reaching an all-time high of 10,033.75. This surge follows a more than 21% increase in 2025, attributed to British interest rate cuts and reduced borrowing costs by the U.S. Federal Reserve amid falling global inflation. Gold miner Fresnillo's stock also contributed significantly to the new record.