European stocks set to decline at open as investors evaluate the region's economic conditions

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: CNBC

Updated: Dec 19 2025

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Source: CNBC

European Market Trends: European shares are expected to decline as investors react to recent interest rate decisions and prepare for budget discussions in France, with major indices like the FTSE 100, DAX, and CAC 40 showing slight losses.
Central Bank Decisions: Following a series of monetary policy updates from various central banks, the European Central Bank has revised its economic growth forecast for the eurozone, anticipating growth of 1.4% in 2025 and 1.2% in 2026.
French Budget Talks: Lawmakers in France are set to engage in crucial budget negotiations, with potential political divisions complicating consensus. Failure to reach an agreement may lead to emergency measures for continued spending into the new year.
Aid Package for Ukraine: The European Union has approved a significant aid package of 90 billion euros for Ukraine, choosing not to utilize frozen Russian assets for funding, while economic data from various European countries is also being monitored.

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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.