European stocks extend gains awaiting outcome on Greece
European stock markets rose Friday, with Germany's main index breaching 11,000 points for the first time, as Greece appeared closer to a possible overhaul of its bailout. The DAX index hit an intraday high of 11,013.85 points in mid-morning trade on the Frankfurt stock exchange -- driven also by positive economic data. European stocks had already rallied on Thursday as markets welcomed a ceasefire and aid for Ukraine, while holding onto hopes for a deal over Greece's bailout. In Friday
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