# European Market Report: SoftBank’s Robotics Acquisition and Mixed Indices Amid Currency Fluctuations
**Note**: This analysis is generated during European session, markets open. Event times in US Eastern Time.
## Major News
Global markets experienced mixed sentiment today, influenced by significant corporate developments and geopolitical concerns. SoftBank Group announced its acquisition of ABB’s robotics division for $5.4 billion, bolstering its AI initiatives. In the UK, the FTSE 100 saw a slight uptick of 0.27%, despite a data error reported by the Office for National Statistics.
The Japanese yen approached a critical level of 155 against the dollar, raising investor speculation about potential intervention by the finance ministry amid its ongoing weakness. Concurrently, gold prices surged as investors shifted towards dollar alternatives, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.
US futures indicated a cautious tone, with S&P 500 futures down 0.11%, Dow futures declining 0.06%, and Nasdaq futures falling 0.16%. In Europe, the Euro Stoxx 50 rose by 0.24%, while Germany’s DAX edged down by 0.02%. The CAC 40 also saw a modest gain of 0.18%. The Nikkei in Japan dropped by 0.36%, reflecting broader market uncertainties.
Notably, Verisure’s IPO in Sweden marked a significant event, raising €3.2 billion and seeing shares increase by 10% upon debut,
## Performances
### US Futures
US futures indicate opening sign for cash market.
| Future | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 Futures | 6763.75 | -0.11 |
| Dow Futures | 46881.00 | -0.06 |
| Nasdaq Futures | 25050.75 | -0.16 |
### Major US Indices (Previous Close)
Previous close performance for US indices.
| Index | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 6714.28 | -0.47 |
| Dow Jones | 46603.68 | -0.21 |
| Nasdaq 100 | 24837.02 | -0.76 |
### European Indices Performance
| Index | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Euro Stoxx 50 | 5607.35 | 0.24 |
| DAX | 24377.06 | -0.02 |
| CAC 40 | 7997.42 | 0.18 |
| FTSE 100 | 9509.40 | 0.27 |
### Nikkei Performance
| Index | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikkei | 47751.38 | -0.36 |
### FX Performance
| Currency Pair | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | 1.16 | -0.39 |
| USD/JPY | 152.49 | 0.45 |
| GBP/USD | 1.34 | -0.19 |
| USD/CHF | 0.80 | 0.45 |
| USD/CAD | 1.40 | 0.08 |
| AUD/USD | 0.66 | -0.35 |
| NZD/USD | 0.57 | -1.02 |
### Commodities Performance
| Commodity | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 62.39 | 0.22 |
| Gold | 4058.20 | 0.52 |
| Silver | 48.48 | 0.66 |
| Natural Gas | 3.52 | 0.49 |
### BTC and ETH Performance
| Crypto | Price | Daily Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | 121671.02 | 0.22 |
| Ethereum | 4451.08 | -0.07 |
## Economic Calendar of Today (Most Important Events)
The following table lists high-importance economic events for today, 2025-10-08, with times in US Eastern Time.
| Date | Time | Cur | Imp | Event | Actual | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-08 | 02:00 | Medium | CPI (MoM) (Sep) | 0.0% | 0.2% | |
| 2025-10-08 | 02:00 | Medium | CPI (YoY) (Sep) | 0.9% | 1.0% | |
| 2025-10-08 | 02:00 | 🇪🇺 | Medium | German Industrial Production (MoM) (Aug) | -4.3% | -1.0% |
| 2025-10-08 | 05:15 | 🇪🇺 | Medium | German Buba Vice President Buch Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 06:30 | 🇪🇺 | Medium | ECB’s Elderson Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 09:00 | 🇪🇺 | Medium | ECB Supervisory Board Member Tuominen Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 09:30 | 🇺🇸 | Medium | Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Barr Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 10:00 | 🇺🇸 | Medium | Construction Spending (MoM) (Aug) | -0.1% | |
| 2025-10-08 | 10:30 | 🇺🇸 | High | Crude Oil Inventories | 0.400M | |
| 2025-10-08 | 10:30 | 🇺🇸 | Medium | Cushing Crude Oil Inventories | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 11:00 | 🇬🇧 | Medium | BoE MPC Member Pill Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 12:00 | 🇪🇺 | Medium | ECB President Lagarde Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 13:00 | 🇺🇸 | High | 10-Year Note Auction | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 15:00 | 🇺🇸 | High | FOMC Meeting Minutes | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 15:15 | 🇺🇸 | Medium | FOMC Member Kashkari Speaks | ||
| 2025-10-08 | 17:45 | 🇺🇸 | Medium | Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Barr Speaks |
**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 8, 2025, several significant economic events are poised to influence market dynamics, particularly concerning the SEK and EUR currencies.
The Swedish Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for September revealed a monthly change of 0.0%, falling short of the forecasted 0.2%. Year-over-year CPI also disappointed, coming in at 0.9% versus an expected 1.0%. These results may exert downward pressure on the SEK as they suggest weaker inflationary pressures, potentially impacting the Riksbank’s monetary policy stance.
In Germany, industrial production plunged by 4.3% in August, starkly contrasting with the anticipated decline of only 1.0%. This sharp contraction raises concerns about the German economy’s resilience and could lead to a depreciation of the EUR as markets reassess growth prospects.
Additionally, multiple speeches from ECB officials, including President Lagarde, may provide further insights into the central bank’s outlook and policy direction, influencing EUR volatility.
In the U.S., the focus will be on the FOMC meeting minutes and various speeches from Fed officials, which could provide clues regarding future monetary policy and impact the USD. Investors will be closely monitoring these developments for their potential market implications.
## Remaining Economic Calendar Comment for the Week (Important Events Only)
The week of October 6, 2025, sees several significant economic events impacting global markets, particularly in Europe, the UK, and the US. Key highlights include speeches from prominent figures at the European Central Bank (ECB), including President Christine Lagarde and Vice President Luis de Guindos, which are anticipated to provide insights into monetary policy direction.
In the UK, the S&P Global Construction PMI for September came in at 46.2, slightly above the forecast of 46.1, indicating marginally better construction activity. However, the Halifax House Price Index disappointed, showing a 1.3% YoY increase versus the expected 2.2%, potentially affecting GBP sentiment.
Japanese data showed stronger-than-expected household spending growth, with a 0.6% MoM increase compared to a forecast of 0.1%. This positive data may bolster the JPY, reflecting consumer resilience.
In the US, the FOMC Meeting Minutes and various speeches from Fed officials, including Chair Powell, are crucial for gauging future interest rate decisions. The Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow forecast remains stable at 3.8%. The Consumer Credit figure, however, fell significantly short of expectations at $0.36B against a forecast of $12.90B, which could pressure the USD.
Overall, these events are likely to influence currency fluctuations, particularly for the EUR, GBP, and JPY, as traders assess economic health and central bank stances.
