Europe Opens Mixed as DAX Slumps, FTSE Edges Higher, and Energy Keeps Pressure on Risk Sentiment
Executive summary: European markets opened with a clear split: the FTSE 100 held a modest gain, while the DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 fell sharply. Energy prices were firmer, the dollar was stronger against the euro and sterling, and risk assets such as Ether sold off. Autos and precious metals outperformed, but the broad tone across continental equities was defensive. [Continue Reading]
