The ISEQ closed up 35.39 points at 8575.08 today.

Kingspan is seeking legal advice following yesterday’s decision by the Competition Authority to block its acquisition of insulation firm Xtratherm.

THE ISEQ index opened the week on a positive note as the financials performed well. The Dublin Exchange closed 69.32 points higher at 7371.29.

Construction materials company Kingspan has announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of Leanort Ltd, a holding company for the Hytherm and Xtratherm businesses. The agreement is subject to certain conditions including Competition Authority approval.

THE ISEQ index lost ground yesterday, with the exchange falling 9.17 points to 7,987.75.