Adyen, Besi and Shell gains lift AEX to modest rise in Amsterdam
Shares of Adyen, Besi and Shell helped push the AEX index higher on Friday, April 24, 2026, as trading in Amsterdam opened with modest gains. The AEX rose to 1,016.33 points, up 0.22 percent, according to live data from Euronext Amsterdam. The increase was driven by strong performances from the three companies, which offset weaker showings elsewhere in the market.
Adyen led the gainers with its stock climbing 3.77 percent to 965.70 euros, while Besi rose 1.74 percent to 246.00 euros. Shell also contributed positively to the index movement, though its exact percentage change was not specified in the available live trading data. The broader market showed mixed results, with some sectors declining even as the AEX edged upward.
Other notable movements included ABN AMRO falling 0.86 percent to 29.035 euros and ASML Holding remaining flat at 1,221.20 euros. Ahold Delhaize edged up 0.05 percent to 41.38 euros, while Akzo Nobel slipped 0.34 percent to 52.64 euros. ArcelorMittal SA was among the weakest performers, dropping 2.51 percent to 50.48 euros.
The AEX All-Share index remained unchanged at 1,377.49 points, while the AMX Index declined 0.72 percent to 1,011.81 points. The AMS Next 20 index fell 0.28 percent to 1,664.75 points. In currency trading, the euro strengthened slightly against the U.S. Dollar, trading at 1.16905, up 0.04 percent, and gained 0.12 percent against the Swiss franc at 0.91965.
Market observers noted that the gains in Adyen, Besi and Shell were sufficient to lift the overall AEX despite broader uncertainty in global markets. The performance came amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, including stalled negotiations between the United States and Iran, which have weighed on investor sentiment in recent sessions. However, the positive contributions from these three Dutch-listed companies helped provide a counterbalance to downward pressures.
Trading volume and derivative activity remained active throughout the session, though specific figures for most actively traded stocks or derivatives were not available in the real-time feed. The AEX Volatility index rose 0.93 percent to 21.094, indicating a modest increase in expected market fluctuations.
As of the latest update, no official statements had been released by Adyen, Besi or Shell regarding their stock movements. Investors continue to monitor quarterly earnings reports and macroeconomic indicators for further direction. The next key checkpoint for market watchers will be the release of upcoming economic data from the Eurozone, scheduled for the following week.
For real-time updates on the AEX and individual stock performances, investors can refer to the live trading data provided by Euronext Amsterdam. The exchange continues to provide transparent, up-to-date information on all listed securities.
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