European stocks rise and finish at a record high on Tuesday, extending a broader market rally that is set to deliver the best quarter since late 2020. Multiple outlets report that the advance comes as investor sentiment improves and the so-called AI trade regains momentum. The renewed interest in artificial-intelligence-related themes is described as a key driver behind Tuesday’s gains, helping lift European equities to fresh highs. The rally’s strength is reflected in its quarterly performance, with the current quarter tracking as the strongest since the period following late 2020. While the reports focus primarily on the market’s level and the role of AI-related sentiment, both accounts characterize the move as part of an ongoing upswing rather than an isolated session. Overall, European shares end the day at their highest level, supported by renewed demand for AI-linked positions and the momentum this provides to the wider equity market.