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UK Shares Slump as Heathrow Shutdown Disrupts Airline Stocks

The article from MSN discusses the significant impact of a shutdown at Heathrow Airport on UK shares, particularly affecting airline stocks. The shutdown, caused by a technical issue with the UK's air traffic control system, led to widespread flight cancellations and delays, severely disrupting travel plans during a busy holiday period. This event caused a notable slump in shares of major airlines like British Airways, EasyJet, and Wizz Air, as investors reacted to the potential financial losses from grounded flights and the broader implications for the travel industry. The article highlights the vulnerability of airline stocks to operational disruptions and the ripple effects on the broader market, with shares in related sectors like travel agencies and airport services also experiencing declines.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/money/other/uk-shares-slump-as-heathrow-shutdown-disrupts-airline-stocks/ar-AA1BnIEl ]