India, July 21 -- France's benchmark index CAC 40 climbed up a bit on Tuesday, supported by gains in the technology and financials sector. The mood remained slightly positive amid optimism the fresh diplomatic efforts that are underway will help ease Middle East tensions. Investors also looked ahead to the European Central Bank's monetary policy announcement due on Thursday.

The CAC 40 was up 23.78 points or 0.29% at 8,363.89 about half an hour past noon.

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