FTSE 100 futures pointed higher ahead of the London open as crude oil prices climbed and the British pound weakened against the dollar. The positive momentum in energy markets provided early support for the index, which counts several major oil producers among its heaviest-weighted constituents.

Rising oil prices typically boost sentiment toward London-listed energy giants including Shell and BP, both of which carry significant weight in the FTSE 100. A weaker pound tends to benefit multinational companies in the index, as their overseas earnings become more valuable when converted back to sterling.

The combination of rising oil and falling pound created a favorable backdrop for the FTSE 100 at the start of trading. Investors were watching how energy sector gains and currency movements would influence the market's early direction.