How soon can the FTSE 100 hit 10,000 points?

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The FTSE 100 finally reached 8,000 points this week, and the pundits are wondering when 9,000 will come. Yes, I know, the FTSE 100 has only just broken through 8,000 points, setting a new all-time record. UndervaluedThe FTSE 100 banking sector is currently on a forecast average P/E of only a bit over 6.5. Safe stocksIf undervalued sectors look like they could help to propel the FTSE 100 above 10,000 points, what about more highly valued shares? 10,000I can’t say when the FTSE 100 might reach 10,000.
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