European stock markets power to strong gains: Looks like a breakout in the DAX

Closing changes on the day:

• Stoxx 600 +0.8%
• German DAX +1.0%
• France CAC +1.2%
• UK FTSE 100 +0.8%
• Spain IBEX +1.1%
• Italy's FTSE MIB +1.1%

European stock markets finished at the best levels of the day as strong bids have lifted equities globally.