European stocks open higher on the first trading day in 2012

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Source: Marketwatch

European stock markets opened up on the first trading session this year, led by German shares, as investors responded positively to PMI data. However, the activity was limited as UK and US markets are closed for a holiday. Both Stoxx Europe 600 index and French CAC 40 index added 0.1% to 244.86 and 3,163.89, respectively. German DAX jumped 1.45% 5,983.74 led by SAP AG and E.On AG gaining 1.2% and 1.0%, accordingly. 

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