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European bourses rose midday as tech shares rallied and oil stocks gained on tight crude market prospects. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index was up 0.3%, with the Technology Index rising 2% and Oil and Gas Index up 0.9%. In contrast, bank, food, and property stocks lagged. Eurozone industrial production increased 0.2% month-over-month in March, but fell 2.1% year-over-year. The Euro Stoxx 50 volatility index indicated above-average market volatility ahead. Germany's DAX rose 0.7%, while the FTSE 100 remained steady.

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Tech, Oil Shares Lift European Bourses Midday

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UK's service PMI rose to 52.7 in April from March's 50.5, indicating moderate expansion in the service sector. The S&P Global UK PMI Composite Output Index also increased to 52.6, suggesting a recovery in output levels. However, new business intakes remain subdued, with concerns over the Middle East conflict impacting confidence. Tim Moore from S&P Global noted that while there is a modest recovery, it may be short-lived due to ongoing challenges.

- The UK’s service PMI rose to 52.7 in April, indicating moderate expansion in the service sector from March’s 11-month low of 50.5.  
- The seasonally adjusted S&P Global UK PMI Composite Output Index increased to 52.6 from 50.3 in March, reflecting a moderate upturn in overall output.  
- Additionally, the S&P Global UK Manufacturing PMI also improved, reaching 53.7 in April.

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UK data shows modest recovery in service sector

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The FTSE 100 index rose 0.17% to 10,396.43 as investors cautiously await central bank meetings this week, including the Bank of England's expected interest rate decision. Optimism over U.S.-Iran peace talks contributed to market sentiment. Notable gainers included Burberry and Rolls-Royce, while AstraZeneca's stock rose after FDA approval for its Saphnelo autoinjector. Conversely, Entain fell 6.5% due to the closure of major shareholder Eminence Capital. Other stocks like Sainsbury and BT Group also experienced declines.

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FTSE 100 Up Marginally At Noon As Investors Await Central Banks Meetings

UK March retail sales year-over-year 1.7%, expected 1.1%, previous value 2.5%

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European stock futures are declining, with the Euro Stoxx 50 index futures down by 0.92%. The UK's FTSE 100 index futures fell over 1%, and Germany's DAX 30 index futures decreased by 0.5%. These trends indicate ongoing market uncertainties affecting European financial markets.

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European Stock Futures Experience Decline Amid Market Uncertainty

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UK unemployment surged by 0.8 percentage points to 5.2% in 2025, the highest increase in the G7, according to the OECD. This rise, affecting around 300,000 individuals, particularly impacted youth, with rates reaching 16.1%. Comparatively, France and Germany saw smaller increases of 0.6 and 0.5 percentage points, respectively. The OECD report highlighted widening gaps between youth and older worker unemployment. The UK's economic challenges are further underscored by rising tax burdens and anticipated growth damage due to geopolitical tensions.

- The OECD reported that UK unemployment rose by 0.8 percentage points to 5.2% between late 2024 and the end of 2025, surpassing increases in France and Germany.  
- Approximately 300,000 individuals became unemployed, with youth unemployment reaching 16.1%, just below France's 19.7%.  
- The UK also faces a projected tax burden increase and significant economic challenges, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions.

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UK suffered biggest unemployment surge in G7

The Office for National Statistics says the UK economy recorded its strongest monthly growth in more than two years in February

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UK economy sees strongest growth in over two years

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) reported a 3.1% year-on-year increase in the UK's same-store retail sales for March, exceeding the expected growth of 0.9% and the previous month's 0.7%. This data reflects a stronger-than-anticipated performance in the retail sector for the month.

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UK March BRC Retail Sales Exceed Expectations with 3.1% Growth

European bourses fell midday as President Trump announced the US will block the Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks with Tehran. Oil stocks rose, with Brent crude futures up 7.1% at $101.96 a barrel. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index dropped 0.6%, while technology and food shares lagged. Germany's DAX fell 1%, and the FTSE 100 lost 0.5%. The Euro Stoxx 50 volatility index rose 6.8%, indicating increased market volatility ahead.

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Persian Gulf Turmoil Blunts European Bourses Midday

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Germany's DAX 30 index closed up 0.38% at 23895.61 points, with a cumulative gain of about 3.1% this week. The French stock index closed up 0.40%, the Italian stock index closed up 0.88% with its banking index up 1.82%, and the UK stock index closed up 0.06%

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Tech, Oil Shares Lift European Bourses Midday

UK data shows modest recovery in service sector

FTSE 100 Up Marginally At Noon As Investors Await Central Banks Meetings

UK March retail sales year-over-year 1.7%, expected 1.1%, previous value 2.5%

European Stock Futures Experience Decline Amid Market Uncertainty