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European stocks saw a modest rebound on Monday, recovering from last week’s losses as investors shook off concerns triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 0.3% to 546.37 points by 08:45 GMT.
Kering Shares Surge on CEO Speculation
Kering, the parent company of Gucci, soared 10.2%, one of the biggest percentage gainers of the session, after reports surfaced that Luca de Meo, the current CEO of Renault, could become the new CEO of Kering. De Meo is credited with successfully turning around Renault, and investors reacted positively to the speculation, pushing Kering’s stock higher.
Conversely, shares of Renault fell 2.6%, marking a notable decline and putting the automaker at the bottom of the index. The decline came after a separate report indicated that Nissan plans to reduce its stake in Renault, further fueling concerns about Renault’s prospects.
Entain’s Sports-Betting Venture Boosts Stock Price
The sports-betting sector also saw strong gains, with Entain, the owner of Ladbrokes, rising 10%. The jump came after its U.S. sports-betting joint venture with MGM Resorts, BetMGM, raised its annual revenue and core earnings forecast. This news boosted investor confidence in the company, contributing to broader gains in the travel and leisure sector, which rose 1.9%.
Healthcare Stocks Weaken After Strong Streak
On the downside, healthcare stocks led sectoral declines, falling 0.8%. This came after the sector posted strong gains over the past five weeks, suggesting some profit-taking. The pullback in healthcare stocks contrasts with the broader market’s optimism.
Geopolitical Tensions Keep Investors on Edge
Geopolitical concerns remained a key theme, as tensions between Israel and Iran showed no signs of easing. Iranian missiles struck Israel’s Tel Aviv and the port city of Haifa before dawn on Monday, marking the latest round of tit-for-tat attacks between the two nations. These escalations added further uncertainty to the market, already grappling with the ramifications of shifting U.S. trade policies.
The benchmark index recorded a weekly decline on Friday as the Middle East tensions surged and the U.S. trade truce with China offered little clarity on resolving their longstanding trade differences. This left investors uncertain about the future of global trade.
Focus Shifts to Central Bank Meetings and Trade Talks
Investors are now focusing on the upcoming monetary policy meetings of the Bank of England and the U.S. Federal Reserve this week, looking for insights into how central banks plan to navigate the uncertainty surrounding U.S. tariffs. Any clues on potential changes in tariff policies from the Group of Seven meeting in Canada will also be closely scrutinized.
Other Notable Stock Moves
- London-based Spectris gained 5.9% after the scientific instruments maker rejected a second takeover proposal from private equity firm KKR.
- Symrise fell 3.2% following a downgrade by Jefferies, which lowered the stock’s rating from “hold” to “underperform.”
Conclusion
European markets saw a modest recovery on Monday as investors focused on corporate earnings news and speculated about leadership changes at Kering. However, geopolitical tensions, particularly between Israel and Iran, continue to weigh on market sentiment. With key central bank meetings on the horizon, along with ongoing trade uncertainties, the market remains cautious as it awaits clarity on the future trajectory of global trade and monetary policy.
