FTSE edges up as M&A boosts banks and insurers

(Reuters) - The FTSE 100 of Britain's leading shares was up by mid-session on Monday, buoyed by merger and acquisition talk across several sectors, including banks and insurers.

At 1052 GMT, the UK's main share index was 5.5 points, or 0.08 percent higher at 6,590.7.


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