FX.co ★ European Markets Poised for Quiet Open

European equity markets were poised for a subdued opening on Thursday. Futures for the Euro Stoxx 50 and Stoxx 600 remained largely unchanged, as the momentum from the recent rally began to wane. Investor sentiment was restrained, primarily due to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's clarification that President Trump had not put forward any proposal for unilateral tariff reductions and that formal negotiations between the U.S. and China have not yet commenced. Attention in Europe now shifts to upcoming economic indicators, such as Eurozone new car registrations and the confidence level of French consumers. Additionally, the earnings season is in full swing, with anticipated reports from major corporations including BNP Paribas, Dassault Systèmes, Eni, Sanofi, and Unilever.