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European stock markets opened lower, with Germany's DAX30 index falling by 1.3%, France's CAC40 index declining by 1.1%, and the Euro Stoxx 50 index dropping by 1.25%. According to ChainCatcher, these declines reflect ongoing market concerns.

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European Stocks Open Lower Amid Market Concerns

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London's FTSE 100 looks set to open 1% higher, according to IG data. France's Cac 40 and Germany's Dax are on course to rise 0.8%.

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European stocks set to rise as oil prices fall after Trump signals Iran war de-escalation

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S&P Global confirmed that the Eurozone Manufacturing PMI for April is at 52.2, a 47-month high, up from 51.6 in March. All eight countries surveyed showed expansion. Output growth is the fastest since August, with new orders and export orders increasing significantly. Input cost inflation reached a 46-month high, driven by the Middle East conflict. Supplier delivery delays are severe, and employment has contracted for nearly three years. Firms' output expectations for the next year have dropped to the lowest since November 2024.

- The Eurozone manufacturing PMI rose to 52.2 in April, up from 51.6 in March, marking a 47-month high and aligning with market expectations.  
- All eight surveyed countries reported PMI expansions for the first time since June 2022, driven by increased new orders and a rebound in new export orders amid concerns over rising energy prices and supply disruptions.  
- Input cost inflation reached a 46-month high due to the Middle East conflict, leading to significant rises in output price inflation, while supplier delivery delays worsened since July 2022.

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Eurozone economic growth stagnated at 0.1% in Q1 2026, down from 0.2% in Q4 2025, amid rising energy costs due to the Middle East conflict. Inflation surged to 3% in April, exceeding the ECB's 2% target, driven by a 10.9% increase in energy prices. While Germany's economy grew by 0.3%, France's stagnated. Analysts caution against attributing growth data solely to the war, suggesting other factors at play. The ECB is expected to maintain interest rates as it navigates the balance between inflation and growth concerns.

- In the first quarter of 2026, the eurozone's economic growth was nearly zero, with inflation rising sharply to 3% due to soaring energy costs amid the Middle East conflict.  
- The EU's single currency zone grew just 0.1%, below expectations, while inflation surpassed the European Central Bank's target of 2%.  
- Despite some positive growth in Germany at 0.3%, France's economy stagnated, and fears of stagflation continue as the negative impacts of the conflict are anticipated to emerge in the second quarter.

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European stocks fell early Thursday, impacted by a surge in oil prices, reaching over $125 a barrel, amid concerns over potential military actions in Iran. The pan-European Stoxx 600 dropped 0.5%, with major indices like Germany's Dax and France's CAC 40 also declining. Investors are awaiting interest rate decisions from the European Central Bank and Bank of England, with expectations of steady rates but warnings of inflation and growth risks. The Federal Reserve recently maintained its rates, highlighting divisions among officials.

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European stocks slide amid surging oil prices, looming central bank decisions

The eurozone’s private sector slipped back into contraction in April, marking its weakest performance in nearly a year and a half since November 2024, as the war in Iran hit services and fuelled inflation. View on euronews

Iran war effects on Europe: Is a recession already unfolding?

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European stocks opened slightly higher following President Trump's announcement of an indefinite ceasefire with Iran. The pan-European Stoxx 600 rose by 0.3%, with Germany's Dax up 0.4% and France's CAC40 gaining 0.2%. The ceasefire, requested by Pakistan, is effective until Iran presents a unified peace proposal. However, skepticism remains in the market regarding the situation, especially with ongoing U.S. blockades affecting oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over inflation and energy prices.

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European stocks open slightly higher after Trump extends Iran ceasefire

European stocks fell sharply on Monday due to escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. The situation worsened after the U.S. seized an Iranian vessel, and Iran announced it would not participate in peace negotiations. The ongoing conflict has raised concerns about stability in the region, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz.

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European Shares Decline As US-Iran Tensions Intensify

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The European Stoxx 50 Index opened down 1.5%, the German DAX Stock Index fell 1.4%, the UK FTSE Index dropped 0.5%, and the French CAC 40 Index declined 1.2%

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