European Markets Respond Positively to US-UK Trade Agreement

Stock futures across Europe showed an upward trend this Friday, following the announcement of a new trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom. President Donald Trump highlighted this deal as the first of many, signaling a positive shift in international trade relations.

Commerzbank Reports Strong First Quarter Earnings

In other news, Commerzbank revealed its first quarter earnings, showcasing a 12% annual increase in revenues, totaling €3.1 billion. This financial uptick adds to the optimistic market sentiment.

Market Indices and Currency Performance

By 8:02 am CET, the French CAC 40 had risen by 0.56%, the FTSE 100 by 0.48%, the DAX by 0.54%, and the Euro Stoxx by 0.32%. Meanwhile, the euro and the pound remained stable against the dollar, trading at 1.12327 and 1.32386, respectively, at 8:04 am CET.