UK stocks edged higher on Thursday, boosted by gains in industrials and financials shares, while investors assessed corporate updates and economic data ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate decision next week. Investment firm 3i Group increased 5.1%, to top the FTSE 100 index. Personal goods rose 2.8% with Burberry gaining 3% after HSBC raised the price target on the stock.
UPDATE 1-UK stocks rise on boost from industrials and financials
