The FTSE 100 closed up 1.29 per cent or 91.63 points to 7,186.16 this afternoon. Among UK companies with reports and updates are BP, Ocado, IWG, Plus500, TP ICAP, AssetCo, Rentokil and Vertu Motors. Made.com has also unveiled plans to appoint administrators. Read the Tuesday 1 November Business Live blog below.
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