FTSE boosted by global gains

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The FTSE has extended yesterday's gains, adding 0.2% in early trading, as strong corporate earnings and upbeat economic data continue to power the index.

London's leading share index opened 0.21%, or 12 points, higher at 6,034 as yesterday's rally - which saw it break through the 6,000 mark- looks set to continue. Leading the upward charge is TUI Travel, up 1.7%, whilst chip-maker ARM Holdings has edged up 1.6% on the back of solid earnings from the US technology sector. Eurasian Natural Resources and temporary power company Aggreko are also early winners, both advancing over 1%. London's bright start is mirrored across Europe, with Germany's Dax up 0.6% and France's Cac 40 up 0.4%. Meanwhile, Asian stock markets were also higher...

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