European equities traded mixed as investors stayed cautious ahead of the Q3 earnings season while monitoring persistent inflation and geopolitical risks. The STOXX 600 edged up 0.2%, supported by financials, while energy and consumer stocks lagged. Germany’s DAX slipped 0.3%, and France’s CAC 40 traded flat as bond yields remained elevated. Analysts said market sentiment reflects a wait-and-watch approach before corporate results offer clearer guidance on Europe’s economic resilience.