The temporarily positive climate on the geopolitical front gave money markets a push of optimism on Tuesday, sending bourses higher in the eurozone. Athinon Avenue enjoyed a day of significant growth that took the benchmark to its highest level in over four months. Banks and other blue chips collected gains, while refineries declined – but any military action until the reopening of the market on Wednesday will likely turn that situation upside down.
The Euronext Athens (ATHEX) general index closed at 2,385.63 points, adding 1.41% to Monday’s 2,352.54 points. The large-cap FTSE-25 index expanded 1.49%, ending at 6,054.58 points.
The banks index advanced 1.40%, as Alpha grew 3.31%, Piraeus collected 1.84%, Bank of Cyprus rose 1.28%, Eurobank improved 1.22% and National earned 0.44%. Lamda Development jumped 3.93% and ElvalHalcor declined 3.35%.
In total 65 stocks secured gains, 43 endured losses and 16 remained unchanged.
Turnover amounted to €334.5 million, up from Monday’s €264.7 million.
