Market Report - Europe
Europe open: Early optimism fades as oil price, weak earnings hit sentiment
Early cautious optimism on European markets dissipated on Thursday as shares slipped into the red at the opening, as the growing impact of sanctions on Russia offset booming commodities prices.
Europe midday: Shares swing to gains despite soaring oil prices
European shares swung into positive territory at midday as investors focused on strong corporate earnings, despite surging oil prices on fears of supply disruption amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Europe open: Shares slip again as oil prices soar on supply fears
European shares fluctuated at the opening on Wednesday as oil prices surged on fears of supply disruption as sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine started to hit home.
Europe midday: Shares slide over Ukraine war; Polymetal tanks again
European stocks extended losses at midday on Tuesday, as an intensified Russian military build-up towards the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv hit sentiment.
Europe open: Shares slip as sanctions fallout dampens sentiment
European stocks slipped lower at the open on Tuesday, as investors continued to watch the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the growing impact of economic sanctions on Moscow.