European stocks rebound as Trump's tariff deadline extension aids sentiment
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 26 2025
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Source: Reuters
European Market Reaction: European shares surged as the STOXX 600 index rose 0.9% following U.S. President Trump's delay of a proposed 50% tariff on EU goods, alleviating immediate trade tensions and boosting sectors like automobiles and luxury stocks.
Investor Sentiment Shift: Concerns over the U.S. economic slowdown and geopolitical tensions are leading investors to reconsider their traditional preference for U.S. assets, with trading volumes lighter due to public holidays in the U.S. and UK.
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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.
