BoI and PTSB shares among Europe's heaviest losses

Bank of Ireland and Permanent TSB were among the heavy losers in Europe as selling resumed across the world following a shortlived post-Santa rally.

The Iseq Overall index finished 1% lower to notch up losses for the year of 23%, weighed in the latest session by hefty losses of 4.2% for Bank of Ireland and a drop of almost 5% for Permanent TSB.