Massive gains for ISEQ

Almost 5% was added to the value of Irish shares today, as the ISEQ shot up 297.26 points to 7310.53 by close of business.

The financials led the revival, with Allied Irish Banks jumping 90c to €18.15. Bank of Ireland also did well, up 57c to €13.88. Anglo Irish Bank also climbed (up 30c to €11.04) as well as Irish Life & Permanent (up 33c to €17.58).