Update: UK banks and housebuilders slump on Brexit turmoil

European markets reverse gains

Mike Sheen
clock • 1 min read

Banks and housebuilders in the FTSE 100 have seen their share prices plummet this morning, while European markets have reversed earlier gains as news continues to emerge following last night's Cabinet meeting over the draft Brexit deal.

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