European first-quarter corporate profits seen falling 1.7% as trade war tensions abate
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 29 2025
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Source: Reuters
European Corporate Earnings Outlook: European companies are expected to see a smaller decline in first-quarter earnings, with an average drop of 1.7%, better than the previously anticipated 3.5%. Over 60% of companies that reported exceeded analyst estimates.
Impact of Trade and Tariffs: While optimism grows over U.S.-China trade relations, companies like Porsche and BP face challenges, including tariff disruptions and weaker sales, leading to significant profit drops and stock declines.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
