European markets open slightly higher as traders assess economic outlook
European markets opened slightly higher on Wednesday as traders assessed the region’s economic outlook.
The pan-European Stoxx 600 index opened 0.1% higher with most sectors in positive territory, with financial services stocks up nearly 1%. The worst-performing sector was autos.
Traders will be watching data on European consumer confidence and economic sentiment. On the earnings front, Shell will release its fourth-quarter update.
Source: CNBC