FTSE 100 fell 0.4% on 24 April 2026 as heightened Iran‑Israel tensions lifted oil prices despite stronger UK retail sales.
UK March retail sales rose 0.7% month‑on‑month and 1.7% year‑on‑year, beating expectations but core sales excluding fuel missed forecasts.
Mondi shares dropped over 8% after Q1 EBITDA of €212 million missed €220‑225 million forecast; announced plant closures cutting 450 jobs.
Computacenter surged 12% on blowout Q1 results, raising FY profit‑before‑tax outlook to £310 million, about 6% above consensus.