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European markets dip as oil prices soar and European gas prices jump

Leading European stock market indexes started the week with a big sell-off, following a major drop across Asian markets and surging oil prices, as the Middle East crisis escalates further.

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Which EU countries are most exposed to the LNG supply disruption?

Iranian attacks have led to the suspension of Qatari LNG production and major shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz. Which EU countries could be the most affected?

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European markets show mixed sentiment as oil prices climb further

European stock markets lost their enthusiasm by the early afternoon following a positive trend in the first half of the trading lead by strong performances in Asia. Meanwhile, oil prices are rising further.

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Europe unites to build sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure

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European stocks dip as Gulf exchanges stay shut following Iran strikes

European markets opened in deep negative territory as crude oil prices rose in early trading, alongside gold and other precious metals. US futures are also down as global markets react to the Iran conflict.

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European markets hit record highs amid easing tariff fears

European stock markets opened firmly in the green on Wednesday with major indices touching record intraday highs.

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French central bank governor quits and leaves Macron to pick successor

François Villeroy de Galhau has unexpectedly announced his early resignation as Governor of the Bank of France. Analysts view the timing as a calculated effort to safeguard the institution's future leadership.

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European markets drop, drink stocks sink after Trump tariff threat

Major beverage firms in France are seeing their share prices slide after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne.

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Santa Claus rally or year-end wobble? Markets wrap up 2025 mixed

World shares were mixed despite fresh record highs on Wall Street, as investors remained wary of inflation, slowing demand and uncertainty over how markets will start the new year.

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Europe could get Cypriot natural gas by 2027, president says

Europe has been looking for more ways to wean itself off Russian energy and cut Moscow from revenues to fund its all-out war in Ukraine.

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Europe’s markets mixed, easing crash fears ahead of Nvidia report

This year’s AI-driven market rally is showing signs of instability as analysts warn of overvaluations. Even so, pockets of strength in Europe on Wednesday offered some reassurance that the recent sell-off may be losing momentum.

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European shares hit record highs on US shutdown progress

European stocks rallied to new record highs as optimism grew over a US government shutdown resolution and strong corporate earnings. Gains were led by healthcare and luxury sectors, while UK bond yields rose amid political uncertainties. Currency and commodity markets showed mixed signals.

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Markets surge amid hopes of end to US government shutdown

Markets began the week in buoyant mood following news of a possible end to the longest US government shutdown in history.

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Gold falls from new record, European markets show signs of recovery

European markets bounced back from recent weakness on Tuesday morning amid persistent geopolitical uncertainties.

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Euronext backs German push for single European stock exchange

Euronext is ready to work on the consolidation of European capital markets, said CEO Stéphane Boujnah.

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Gold hits fresh record, European stock markets rise after Fed comments

The Federal Reserve chair's tentative support for more rate cuts gave a boost to markets on both sides of the Atlantic, despite trade tensions between Washington and Beijing.

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