Netherlands stocks higher at close of trade; AEX up 1.39%

Dutch equities closed higher, with the AEX rising 1.39% as gains in technology, basic materials and financials outweighed weakness in a few defensive names. ASML was the standout, jumping 6.79% to an all-time high and helping drive sentiment across the index. Other semiconductor-related names, ASM International and BE Semiconductor, also advanced, while KPN, Adyen and Prosus lagged. Broader market breadth was positive, with 57 advancers versus 38 decliners. The report also noted a mixed commodity backdrop: crude oil and Brent fell, while gold edged higher. In FX, EUR/USD and EUR/GBP were both little changed. Overall, the article reflects a risk-on session for Dutch stocks, led by semiconductor strength, with the index moving decisively higher despite some pullback in large-cap consumer and telecom names.