In the European session, the German Benchmark Index traded above 18,700 levels.
European markets climbed higher on Thursday morning, reaching a new intraday record high after steady gains throughout the week. Despite subdued activity, major indices such as the FTSE 100, CAC 40, and DAX all showed positive movement. Germany's recent employment figures suggested a slight uptick, while a survey from the Ifo Institute indicated improved sentiment in the retail sector for March.