ISEQ follows European markets downwards

The ISEQ index of Irish shares reflected the downward trend across European markets today, closing down 31.81 points at 2,506.68.

Among the notable movers were Aer Lingus and Ryanair, with takeover speculation fuelling a rise of 16c to 1.28 for Aer Lingus, but pushing its budget suitor down 14c or 4.78% to 2.79.