(CNA, London, 18th, Comprehensive Foreign Report) Earlier media reports indicated that the United States is considering a temporary waiver on its oil sanctions against Iran, boosting investor hopes for an easing of tensions in the Middle East. As a result, major European stock indices closed higher today. The London FTSE 100 index climbed 128.38 points, or 1.26%, to close at 10323.75. The Frankfurt DAX index surged 357.35 points, or 1.49%, to 24307.92. The Paris CAC 40 index rose slightly by 34.94 points, or 0.44%, to end at 7987.49. (Translator: Chen Yen-chun) 1150519

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  • Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
  • Category: 市場動態報導