European equity markets closed in positive territory on Friday, extending a multi-day rally driven by a recovery in technology shares and renewed risk appetite.
The advance followed recent US economic data that reinforce the case for continued monetary easing, supporting investor sentiment across the continent.
58% to 10,585.91. Defense stocks also contributed to the day’s gains, reflecting sustained interest in the sector amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
The pan-European Stoxx 600 index climbed 0.56% to close at 643.19 points.
Regional benchmarks mirrored the broader strength, with Italy’s FTSE MIB 30 gaining 0.81% to 52,285.09 and the UK’s FTSE 100 rising 0.58% to 10,585.91.
Defense stocks also contributed to the day’s gains, reflecting sustained interest in the sector amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
This session’s performance builds on a positive trend observed earlier in the week.