Early boost for ISEQ

The ISEQ index of Irish shares was up 46.45 points to 2,864.48 by midday today.

The financials all did well, with Allied Irish Banks leading the way, gaining 21c to €1.81. Irish Life and Permanent (up 12c to €3.62) and Bank of Ireland (up 8c to €1.85) also saw increases.