Key facts
- European shares reached their highest level in over two weeks.
- Strong earnings and a rise in healthcare stocks supported the market.
- Ericsson shares climbed 6.8% following better-than-expected third-quarter results.
European shares reached their highest level in over two weeks on Thursday, buoyed by strong corporate earnings and a positive performance in the healthcare sector. Ericsson AB was a notable contributor, with its shares jumping 6.8% after the company announced third-quarter results that surpassed expectations.
