Firmer tones as expected following on from Asian markets

  • DAX futures +0.1%
  • CAC40 +0.25%
  • FTSE +0.2%

Bund futures down 2 at 155.16

Shanghai Comp Index closes up +1.6%, CS 1300 Index +1.2%

As always, keep an eye on Dax/others for potential euro direction