ISEQ falls despite Elan and Jurys gains

The ISEQ has ended the day 8.82 points lower at 6019.66 despite substantial gains by Elan and Jurys today.

The pharmaceutical giant had a good day as they recorded the highest rise on the stock exchange, a 48c rise to €5.30, while Jurys saw their share price climb 32c to €14.32 after the hotel group confirmed yesterday that it had received a takeover approach.