European Shares Fall 0.55% as Investors Hold Back Ahead of US Jobs Data and Earnings

European stocks dropped 0.55% as caution mounted ahead of the US jobs report and earnings week, prompting restrained investor positioning.

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European Shares Fall 0.55% as Investors Hold Back Ahead of US Jobs Data and Earnings

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European Shares Fall 0.55% as Investors Hold Back Ahead of US Jobs Data and Earnings
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European equities slid, with the FTSEurofirst 300 index down 0.55%, as investors refrained from making large bets ahead of the upcoming US jobs report and a key earnings week. Market participants cited caution due to uncertain macro signals and elevated valuation risk across global markets. Analysts noted that the muted momentum reflects hesitation as many await clearer directional cues from corporate results and U.S. labour market data, which could influence global central‑bank policy expectations.
Nov 17, 2025 • 22:36
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