ISEQ up but banking shares hit

The ISEQ index of Irish shares was up 22.92 points to 2,502.48 by close, but domestic banks continued to suffer.

Shares in Anglo Irish Bank continued their selloff following yesterday's profit drop announcement, shedding some 28.36% or 19c during the day to finish at 48c. Bank of Ireland hovered above the €1 mark, dropping 7c to 1.02, while AIB fell 14c to 2.05.