The DAX climbed to a fresh all-time high on Friday, extending the momentum from Thursday’s session.

The German benchmark index benefited from a synchronized global rally, with strong performance on Wall Street and a clear shift in sentiment among European investors.

The surge marks a significant technical breakthrough, breaking through previous resistance levels for the first time since January.

In Warsaw, the main indices also closed the week on a positive note, with light gains capping a session defined by improved market mood.

Polish investors appear to be shaking off recent anxieties regarding monetary policy, with optimism growing that the period of "hawkish fear" is coming to an end.

The local market’s performance mirrored the broader European trend, suggesting a regional reset in risk appetite.