European shares rose on Thursday, led by gains in mining companies, while technology shares fell as investors assessed the implications of the Democratic victory in the US midterm elections for the sector. The comprehensive European Stoxx 600 index rose 0.5% to 660.66 points, approaching its highest level in two months, which it recorded during the previous session.

European shares rose on Thursday, led by gains in mining companies, while technology shares fell as investors assessed the implications of the Democratic victory in the US midterm elections for the sector. The comprehensive European Stoxx 600 index rose 0.5% to 660.66 points, approaching its highest level in two months, which it recorded during the previous session.