German shares ended floor trading lower yesterday as a softer dollar and nervousness about the weekend's election in Russia sapped market strength, preventing a push to new highs.
Paris CAC-40211.78 (-14.42)
A slump in European bond prices due to the Russian elections knocked French stocks yesterday to a lower close. Bid speculation fired up shares in car parts maker Valeo and Cerus.
Milan Mibtel 10443 (-27)
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Italian shares ended slightly lower after a dull trading session which saw little activity apart from some selling pressure on financial holding Gemina, traders said.
