ISEQ makes up ground after losses

THE Irish market regained some of yesterday’s losses, ending the week on a positive footing for the third day in five.

The ISEQ finished 9.36 points higher at 5336.92. Allied Irish Bank was the focus of much attention ahead of next Tuesday’s results. IFSRA’s report on the bank had no negative impact on their share price as they climbed 19 cents to €12.39. Rival Bank of Ireland was steady at €10.68 while Anglo-Irish and Irish Life both posted gains.

Greencore added 2 cents to €2.85 following a generally positive AGM statement from peer Northern Foods.