FTSE 100 edges lower on Asian virus fears
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After a steady start, London’s index of leading shares has dipped as investors take note of the rising rate of COVID-19 infections in Asia.
The FTSE 100 was down 18 points (0.3%) at 7,026, with aerospace-related stocks back on the naughty step, especially aeroplane engine maker Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (LON:RR.), which is down 2.6% at 104.82p, and British Airways owner International Consolidated Airlines SA (LON:IAG), which is down 1.6% at 193.76p.