Stocks listed in Frankfurt rose on Tuesday, September 8th, while the rest of the European markets fell, as data showed that German exports increased in July, dispelling fears that the United Kingdom faces the risk of leaving the European Union without a trade deal.
The European Stoxx600 index fell 0.1% by 7:11 GMT, while indicators of the defense sectors, including food and beverages, health care and real estate, made gains in early trade.
Britain began a new round of trade talks on secession by warning the European Union that it was ramping up preparations to break away from the bloc without an agreement, as the two sides quarrel over rules governing trade of about a trillion dollars.