Foreign investors are warming to London's unloved stocks
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 18 2025
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Source: Reuters
UK Stock Market Performance: The FTSE 100 has gained nearly 10% this year, outperforming the STOXX 600 for the first time since late 2022, attracting foreign investors due to favorable conditions like a UK/U.S. trade deal and lighter regulations.
Economic Context and Challenges: Despite the stock market's recovery, the British economy faces challenges such as high inflation and slowing business activity, with net outflows from UK equities in 2025 indicating ongoing investor caution.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
