LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – European stock markets are mixed, influenced by trade talks between the US and China as well as specific corporate developments. While the EuroStoxx 50 and the FTSE 100 are gaining, the SMI and the Cac 40 are recording losses. Investors are particularly focusing on developments at BNP Paribas and Kering.
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The European stock markets presented a mixed trend at the beginning of the week. While the EuroStoxx 50 continued its upward trend and approached a new record, the London FTSE 100 also posted slight gains. These positive developments were largely supported by optimistic signals from the trade negotiations between the USA and China.
In contrast, the Zurich SMI and the Paris Cac 40 suffered losses. The decline in the SMI was primarily caused by periods of weakness at heavyweights such as Roche and UBS. In Paris, the short-term weakness of French bank stocks in particular weighed on the Cac 40.
The planned trade negotiations between China and the USA are seen as an important stimulus for the markets. The announcement of a meeting between Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng and US representatives such as Finance Minister Scott Bessent created positive expectations. The meeting is said to have been constructive and a new round of negotiations is already planned.
Company-specific developments also played an important role. BNP Paribas suffered a major setback, falling 8.7 percent after losing a class action lawsuit over its Sudanese deals. Analysts warn of potentially high costs. In contrast, Kering benefited from the announcement that L’Oreal would acquire Kering’s cosmetics division, which sent Kering and L’Oreal shares higher.
Developments on the European stock exchanges show how strongly the markets are influenced by international trade negotiations and specific company news. While some indices benefit from positive signals, others struggle with the impact of negative corporate news. The upcoming rounds of negotiations between the USA and China could have further influence on the markets.
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