The FTSE 100 Index Opens 0.26% Higher

The FTSE 100 Index is picking up 28 points or 0.26 percent on Monday. Gains are led by Persimmon (15.89%), Barratt Redrow (14.83%) and Howden Joinery (5.27%). Biggest losers are Fresnillo (-5.00%), Endeavour (-4.42%) and Antofagasta (-3.45%).