European equity close: Strong finish with Italy and Germany lagging on the week

Closing changes for the main European equity bourses:

  • UK FTSE 100 +0.3%
  • German DAX +0.8%
  • French CAC 40 +1.0%
  • Italy MIB +1.1%
  • Spain IBEX +1.3%
On the week:
  • UK FTSE 100 +0.8%
  • German DAX -0.4%
  • French CAC 40 +1.4%
  • Italy MIB -1.0%
  • Spain IBEX +1.4%

When you factor in currency, the FTSE 100 was the strongest on the week. The market itself is fighting against GBP strength, but there is a lot to like in this chart, particularly for foreign investors:

Closing changes for the main European equity bourses: