By William Collins, consultant in stock markets – Eurasia Business News, September 24, 2025. Article no 1805

European stock markets experienced modest declines on September 24, reflecting a cautious sentiment following remarks by the U.S. Federal Reserve and weaker economic signals from Germany. The major indices, such as the STOXX Europe 600 and the Euro STOXX 50, both recorded slight losses for the day.

Key Index Performances

  • STOXX Europe 600: Closed at 553.06, down 0.34% (-1.89 points) from the previous session.
  • Euro STOXX 50: Ended at 5,463.32, down 0.17% (-9.07 points).
  • France CAC 40: Dropped 0.41%, falling to 7,840 points.
  • Germany’s DAX: Also saw a minor decline, in line with the broader European trend.

Sector and Stock Highlights

Large-cap stocks, especially in consumer discretionary and technology, generally underperformed while some defense stocks like Rheinmetall, Saab, and Hensoldt gained ground.

Cautious investor sentiment was driven by continued concerns about inflation, labor markets, and central bank policy clarity, exacerbated by slower economic data from Germany and ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Market Drivers

Comments from Fed Chair Powell about persistent labor market risks and elevated equity prices weighed on investor mood.

Geopolitical factors, including rhetoric from U.S. President Trump on Ukraine, remained in focus for European investors.

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Weak performance of the German economy worry European investors. The German economy contracted by 0.3% in the second quarter of 2025, more sharply than initially forecast, due in part to weaker industrial production, falling exports, and cautious investment amid trade uncertainties caused by U.S. tariffs and geopolitical tensions.

The day reflected a broadly risk-averse mood, with investors remaining guarded amid global economic and policy uncertainties.

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