European markets edge up after snap French election

European markets edge up after snap French election

European stock markets edged up on Monday after early losses as investors digested snap French elections in which a hung parliament appeared the likeliest outcome.
European markets, euro tumble as Russia fans energy crisis

European markets, euro tumble as Russia fans energy crisis

European markets tumbled Monday and the euro hit a fresh 20-year low on growing fears about an energy crisis after Russia said it would not restart gas flows to the continent, while traders are also preparing for another interest rate hike this week.
European markets lifted by carmakers after trade plan

European markets lifted by carmakers after trade plan

Continental European equity markets rose on Thursday (Jul 26), lifted by shares in French and German carmakers which accelerated after US President Donald Trump appeared to back away from tariffs on the sector.