European diplomats say a Brexit trade deal has been tentatively agreed. As Brussels and London prepare to hold news conferences later Thursday, an EU official has warned final talks may still have "some hours to run."
European Shares Extend Gains For Third Day
BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT/PARIS (dpa-AFX) - European stocks were moving higher for the third day running on Thursday as the rollout of the coronavirus vaccine propped up hopes that the economic recovery can gain momentum next year.
While Western nations accelerated vaccination programs, the European Union is preparing to kick off vaccinations across the bloc on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Brexit talks have taken place through the night and reports suggest that a trade deal is imminent just a week before the transition period ends.
A last minute hitch related to fishing has delayed the agreement and an announcement is expected later in the day, Irish Foreign Minister Simon Coveney reportedly said.
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