Persimmon tops FTSE 100 as results show confident outlook

Persimmon PLC (LSE:PSN) shares jumped 10% to top the FTSE 100 on Tuesday morning as the housebuilder reported a solid set of results and expressed confidence about the current year.  With completed sales up 12% to 11,905 homes in 2025, and average selling prices up 4%, underlying operating profits climbed 17% to £472 million.