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FTSE 100 struggles to rally
There was a passable rebound from the lows for the FTSE 100, as dip buyers defended the 7200 area as they had back in the first half of September.
Early trading sees the index holding above this level, although there is scant sign of a rebound so far. If 7200 continues to hold then a move above 7280 and 7340 is possible, and a close below 7200 opens the way to 7127 and lower.