European Trading Session Report | July 24, 2026 | Analysis during European hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CET)

**European Markets Edge Higher Amid Mixed Sentiment** European equities are trading with cautious optimism in today’s session, with the Euro Stoxx 50 and DAX gaining 0.13% and 0.28% respectively, while the CAC 40 and FTSE 100 dip slightly by 0.08% and 0.10%. The modest uptick follows a weak US close, where the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq 100 fell 1.21%, 0.97%, and 1.87% overnight as hawkish Fed commentary weighed on risk appetite. Asian markets mirrored the downturn, though a rebound in Chinese industrial profits provided some support. The euro is firming against the dollar, with EUR/USD up 0.11%, while GBP/USD rises 0.14% on renewed Brexit deal optimism. EUR/GBP is marginally softer at -0.02% as sterling holds steady, and the Swiss franc strengthens, pushing USD/CHF down 0.07%. Commodity-linked currencies are outperforming, with AUD/USD jumping 0.23% on stronger metal prices, while USD/CAD slips 0.11% amid steady oil markets. Investor focus remains on ECB policy expectations, with recent commentary suggesting further rate hikes are likely despite softening Eurozone PMIs. German inflation data due tomorrow could reinforce hawkish bets, though today’s thin economic calendar leaves markets consolidating. Sector performance is mixed, with tech stocks lagging after the Nasdaq sell-off, while defensive sectors like healthcare and utilities see modest inflows. Sentiment remains fragile as traders weigh tightening global liquidity conditions against resilient European corporate earnings. With US GDP and jobless claims data looming later this week, volatility may pick up, though for now, European markets are holding steady in a narrow range. The absence of major catalysts today keeps trading subdued, with participants cautiously positioning ahead of key macro releases.

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