ISEQ hits highest level in 32 months

THE ISEQ index ended the week in bullish form once more touching its highest level in 32 months.

The heavyweight stocks led the surge as the Dublin market closed 9.53 points higher at 5659.08.

In a mixed day, the banks were stronger, led by rivals AIB and Bank of Ireland. They firmed to €13.45 and €11.35 respectively. Anglo-Irish shed 22c to 14.70 while Irish Life & Permanent slipped. Fyffes eased to €1.84 after the firm said talks with Bocchi Holdings in Italy had ended. DCC saw its share jump 12c.