• Eurostoxx +1.0%
• Germany DAX +0.8%
• France CAC 40 +1.1%
• UK FTSE +0.3%
• Spain IBEX +0.4%
• Italy FTSE MIB +0.4%

The French and German benchmark indices are now nearly flat on the week amid the rebound today. The broader market mood is fairly steady after the volatile drama yesterday, so that’s helping too. S&P 500 futures are holding flat at the moment. For European stocks, trade developments will remain key but eyes will also be on overall risk sentiment. In that regard, US retail sales and weekly jobless claims data later will be key risk events to be mindful of.

This article was written by Justin Low at www.forexlive.com.