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23 January 2026 15:29  |

European Stocks Weaken, Davos Makes Markets Rethink

European stock markets opened lower on Friday after investors digested a series of events at Davos, including a speech by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that highlighted and criticized Europe's stance. Sentiment became more cautious as markets assessed the message from Davos, which could influence the direction of European policy and support going forward.

At the opening of trading in London, the pan-European Stoxx 600 index fell 0.16%, indicating investors were beginning to reduce risk after several positive sessions. This movement also indicated the market remained sensitive to political and geopolitical headlines.

European stocks had previously closed higher on Thursday after US President Donald Trump said there was a "framework agreement" regarding Greenland and canceled plans for higher tariffs for several European countries. However, heading into Friday, market focus shifted back to the Davos issue and the lingering geopolitical uncertainty. (az)

Source: Newsmaker.id

 

 

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