FTSE 100 Live: London makes subdued start; Brent nudges lower

The FTSE 100 was up 21 points at 10,452, signaling a cautious start as London equities edged higher. Brent crude traded near the low $80s a barrel around $83, and Scottish Mortgage topped the risers, aided by SpaceX's continued momentum. Japan’s Nikkei 225 hit a fresh record while the Bank of Japan signaled ongoing stimulus tapering, and Australia’s Reserve Bank held rates. Markets awaited this week’s Federal Reserve meeting as mixed Asia trading set the tone for a cautious session ahead of policy updates.