Slight gains for ISEQ

The ISEQ edged up 15.31 points to 7574.67 in early trading today, despite continuing poor performances from the financials.

Bank of Ireland was unchanged at €14, but its competitors did not fare as well. Anglo Irish Bank slid a full 25c to €11.72, with Allied Irish Bank close behind, down 19c to 18.76. Irish Life & Permanent endured a moderate loss, slipping 9c to €18.21.