Germany's DAX index edged up slightly on Monday, with technology stocks leading the gains.

The Frankfurt DAX index edged slightly higher on Monday, rising above 24340 points, with trading volume light at the start of the shortened Christmas holiday week. Optimism surrounding AI stocks and expectations for further easing by the Federal Reserve next year provided support for the market, but geopolitical concerns dampened gains. Tensions in Venezuela and negotiations in Ukraine are being closely watched. Technology stocks led the gains, with Infineon Technologies rising 2.3%, Siemens rising 1.5%, and SAP rising 0.3%.