BoI and Permanent TSB make gains as FTSE 100 posts 12th consecutive record close

Marriott’s latest cash-and-stock offer is currently worth around $78 per share

Prediction comes despite warnings weaker data could put inflation target in doubt

Shares jump after French retailer records biggest growth in four years

Sales in skin care division fell 16% to $1.01bn in the fourth quarter

Dublin market dragged down by more poor performances from Smurfit Kappa and Aryzta

Investors fear global economy is running out of engines as markets fall around the world

Company says demand for latest handset, which features larger screen, has outstripped supply

Iseq slightly ahead of European markets but broadly in line with activity on the FTSE