# European Session Market Report: Indices Gain Amid Geopolitical Developments and Mixed Forex Performance
**Note**: This analysis is generated during European session, markets open. Event times in US Eastern Time.
## Major News
Global markets exhibited mixed sentiment today amid geopolitical developments and economic factors. US futures showed positive momentum, with S&P 500 futures up 0.43%, Dow futures rising 0.30%, and Nasdaq futures increasing by 0.58%. European indices also gained, with the Euro Stoxx 50 up 0.69%, DAX rising 0.15%, CAC 40 increasing by 0.23%, and FTSE 100 up 0.17%. In contrast, the Nikkei fell by 0.80%, reflecting ongoing concerns in the region.
In currency markets, the Indian Rupee (INR) remained steady against the US Dollar (USD), while the Euro (EUR) strengthened against the Pound Sterling (GBP), trading at 0.8705. Gold prices continued their upward trend, reaching new record highs around $4,078 amid US-China trade tensions and expectations of a dovish Federal Reserve. Crude oil prices also saw an uptick, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) trading at $59.40 per barrel, up from $57.91.
Chinese stocks declined as trade fears persisted despite President Trump’s softened tone, indicating ongoing market apprehension. The geopolitical landscape, particularly regarding the
## Performances
### US Futures
US futures indicate opening sign for cash market.
| Future | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 Futures | 6700.00 | 0.43 |
| Dow Futures | 46222.00 | 0.30 |
| Nasdaq Futures | 24923.00 | 0.58 |
### Major US Indices (Previous Close)
Previous close performance for US indices.
| Index | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 6552.80 | -2.78 |
| Dow Jones | 45487.23 | -1.96 |
| Nasdaq 100 | 24225.48 | -3.65 |
### European Indices Performance
| Index | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Euro Stoxx 50 | 5578.80 | 0.69 |
| DAX | 24408.63 | 0.15 |
| CAC 40 | 7977.31 | 0.23 |
| FTSE 100 | 9443.82 | 0.17 |
### Nikkei Performance
| Index | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikkei | 48121.43 | -0.80 |
### FX Performance
| Currency Pair | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | 1.16 | 0.03 |
| USD/JPY | 152.36 | 0.29 |
| GBP/USD | 1.33 | -0.07 |
| USD/CHF | 0.80 | -0.01 |
| USD/CAD | 1.40 | 0.06 |
| AUD/USD | 0.65 | 0.42 |
| NZD/USD | 0.57 | 0.17 |
### Commodities Performance
| Commodity | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 59.81 | 0.13 |
| Gold | 4094.50 | 0.61 |
| Silver | 49.69 | 1.10 |
| Natural Gas | 3.13 | 0.03 |
### BTC and ETH Performance
| Crypto | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | 115480.66 | 0.34 |
| Ethereum | 4184.04 | 0.60 |
## Economic Calendar of Today (Most Important Events)
The following table lists high-importance economic events for today, 2025-10-13, with times in US Eastern Time.
| Date | Time | Cur | Imp | Event | Actual | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-13 | 06:30 | 🇮🇳 | Medium | CPI (YoY) (Sep) | 1.70% | |
| 2025-10-13 | 07:00 | 🇺🇸 | Medium | Construction Spending (MoM) (Aug) | -0.1% | |
| 2025-10-13 | 07:00 | 🇺🇸 | Medium | OPEC Monthly Report | ||
| 2025-10-13 | 09:00 | 🇪🇺 | Medium | German Buba Vice President Buch Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-13 | 13:30 | 🇪🇺 | Medium | German Buba Balz Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-13 | 15:10 | 🇬🇧 | Medium | BoE MPC Member Mann Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-13 | 17:45 | 🇳🇿 | Medium | Electronic Card Retail Sales (MoM) (Sep) | ||
| 2025-10-13 | 19:01 | 🇬🇧 | Medium | BRC Retail Sales Monitor (YoY) (Sep) | 2.5% | |
| 2025-10-13 | 20:30 | 🇦🇺 | Medium | RBA Meeting Minutes | ||
| 2025-10-13 | 20:30 | 🇦🇺 | Medium | NAB Business Confidence (Sep) |
**Notes**:
– **Cur**: Currency associated with the event (with flag emoji).
– **Imp**: Importance (High, Medium, Low, None).
– **Actual**: Reported value (if available).
– **Forecast**: Expected value (if available).
On October 13, 2025, several economic events are anticipated to influence market dynamics, particularly in currency markets.
At 06:30 ET, India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) for September is expected to show a year-over-year increase of 1.70%. A deviation from this forecast could lead to volatility in the Indian Rupee (INR), particularly if inflationary pressures are stronger or weaker than anticipated.
The U.S. will release its Construction Spending data for August at 07:00 ET, with a forecast decline of 0.1%. A worse-than-expected outcome could negatively impact the U.S. Dollar (USD), reflecting concerns over economic growth.
The OPEC Monthly Report, also at 07:00 ET, will be closely watched for insights into oil production and pricing, which could affect currencies tied to oil economies.
In Europe, speeches by German Buba officials at 09:00 and 13:30 ET may provide hints on monetary policy direction, influencing the Euro (EUR).
The Bank of England’s MPC member Mann speaks at 15:10 ET, potentially impacting the British Pound (GBP).
Later, at 19:01 ET, the BRC Retail Sales Monitor is expected to show a 2.5% increase, which could support the GBP if confirmed.
Finally, the RBA Meeting Minutes and NAB Business Confidence data at 20:30 ET will be crucial for the Australian Dollar (AUD), with any surprises
## Remaining Economic Calendar Comment for the Week (Important Events Only)
The week of October 13, 2025, is marked by several significant economic events that could influence market dynamics, particularly in currency valuations.
Key highlights include the U.S. CPI data, scheduled for release at 08:30 ET, with expectations set at 0.3% MoM and an undisclosed YoY figure. This data is crucial as it directly impacts Federal Reserve policy, potentially strengthening or weakening the USD depending on the results.
In the UK, the Average Earnings Index and Unemployment Rate are anticipated at 02:00 ET, with the latter expected to hold steady at 4.7%. Any deviation could lead to volatility in GBP trading.
The German CPI figures will also be released at 02:00 ET, with a forecast of 2.4% YoY. This is vital for the EUR, as inflation trends will influence ECB policy discussions.
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