Executive summary: European markets opened with a split tone, as the FTSE 100 edged higher while Germany and France lagged. The biggest moves in the early session were in commodities, with Brent crude, natural gas and silver all posting strong gains, while the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 fell sharply. FX was comparatively calm, with the euro firmer against the dollar and sterling softer. [Continue Reading]