13-02-2015 10:55 via news.yahoo.com

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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