European markets have opened stronger today, extending previous session gains.

Closer home, data indicated that Halifax house prices grew more-than-expected in December. Later today, traders will keenly eye the Bank of England’s monetary policy decision for further cues on the future policy stance. Additionally, Eurozone consumer confidence and retail sales and US initial jobless claims data will garner market attention.

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