The DAX surged past the 25,000-point threshold on Friday, closing the week with a gain of nearly 1% as investors sought stability following a sharp decline in the previous session.
The German benchmark index reached 25,002 points by midday, marking a significant technical breakout that signals renewed confidence in European equities.
26% higher at 24,827 points, attempting to stabilize after recent volatility.
SAP emerged as the primary catalyst for the rally, with its shares leading the index higher.
The enterprise software giant has been among the few DAX components to show sustained momentum, adding to a 2.5% gain recorded earlier in the week.
This performance underscores a tentative shift in market sentiment, where quality growth names are outperforming broader cyclical trends.
The move comes after the DAX opened 0.26% higher at 24,827 points, attempting to stabilize after recent volatility.