The FTSE 100 finished slightly higher, boosted by rises from mining firms and higher metal prices, despite multinationals facing challenges from a strong pound.
London's top index closed at 8,283.43, increasing by 10.11 points, or 0.12%, reflecting a rebound despite potential fines looming over water suppliers.
Danni Hewson from AJ Bell indicated that market calmness suggests investors are not anticipating surprises from Fed Chair Jerome Powell's upcoming comments in Jackson Hole.
Despite higher-than-predicted UK government borrowing figures, the pound continued its rally, trading at 1.307 US dollars and 1.173 euros.
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