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CAC 40 Jumps to Record 8,437 at the Open on Earnings Lift

Investor enthusiasm for company results drove an early-session surge, with gains also seen across major European markets.

Overview

  • Around 08:02 GMT, the index rose 1.09% to 8,403.94, surpassing the previous high of 8,396.72 set on January 14.
  • Within the first hour, it touched an intraday peak near 8,437.35, marking a fresh record for the Paris benchmark.
  • The move followed a wave of earnings broadly welcomed by investors, including updates from EssilorLuxottica and Michelin.
  • Major regional peers advanced in early trade, with London up 0.36%, Frankfurt 0.82% and Milan 0.42%.
  • These readings reflect early-session trading and could change as the day progresses and additional results are absorbed.