The Iseq Overall Index rose 0.5% on the day. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill
The Irish stock market outperformed its European counterparts on budget day, as Ryanair and Irish Ferries stocks took off. Farther afield, European stocks slipped on Tuesday, dragged down by healthcare and bank shares.
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The Iseq All-Share index ended the session at 11,742.61, up 0.54 per cent from its previous close.
In a good day for transport stocks, Irish Ferries owner Irish Continental Group gained 2.11 per cent on the day, reaching a share price of €5.80. Ryanair gained 1.79 per cent to surge back above the €25 mark to €25.09.
Home builders Glenveagh Pr
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