European Markets Show Positive Start

European stock markets opened higher on Tuesday, as traders focused on major corporate earnings and awaited key data reports. The ongoing developments in global trade talks also played a significant role in shaping investor sentiment.

Key Performances Across Major Indices

At 9:02 am CET, the CAC 40 saw a 0.17% increase, with TotalEnergies SE leading the charge by gaining 1.19%. The FTSE 100 climbed 1.17%, thanks to a 2.86% rise in Bunzl PLC. Meanwhile, the Euro Stoxx 50 edged up by 0.18%, and BAY.MOTOREN WERKE AG marked a 1.39% gain. Germany's DAX added 0.15% at 9:03 am CET, with Continental AG outperforming by surging 3.45%.

Currency Markets Hold Steady

The euro remained unchanged against the dollar, trading at 1.13262 at 8:57 am CET. Similarly, the pound held its ground against the American currency, quoted at 1.32984 at the same time.