European markets fall as investors assess inflation and geopolitical risks
European shares edged lower on Wednesday as investors remained cautious over inflation risks linked to the ongoing war, while markets closely monitored negotiations between the United States and Iran. The pan-European STOXX Europe 600 slipped 0.2% to 610.37 points as of 0701 GMT. Regional markets also traded lower, with Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40 both declining 0.2%. Inflation concerns weigh on sentiment Investor sentiment remained under pressure as concerns over war-driven inflation continued to impact bond markets. Brent crude traded at around $110 a barrel, reflecting ongoing concerns surrounding geopolitical tensions and energy supply risks. At the same time, bonds remained under pressure as money markets anticipated at least two interest rate hikes from the European Central Bank before...
