ISEQ shows gain

The ISEQ index of Irish shares bucked some international trends today, showing a modest but welcome gain of 15.03 points to finish the day on 3,023.73.
In the financial sector, Irish Life and Permanent led the way, climbing 10c to €3.19. Allied Irish Banks improved 3c to €1.40, with Bank of Ireland inching up 1c to €1.17.