Global Economy
European Stock Markets Set for Opening Gains, Eyeing New Record Highs
European equity indices are poised to kick off the trading day on the up‑side, extending the recent rally toward fresh all‑time highs. Investors continue to favour what they see as attractive valuations and positive earnings and growth outlooks, while geopolitical risk and debates over the U.S. Federal Reserve’s independence remain in the background. Key macro data – the French budget balance, Turkey’s current‑account and retail‑sales figures – will be watched closely, although no major corporate earnings are scheduled for the session.
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Market Outlook for Tuesday, 13 January 2026
European equity markets are expected to start the day higher, extending the recent bullish trend toward fresh all‑time highs. Investors remain drawn to what they consider attractive valuations and upbeat earnings and growth prospects across the continent.
In this backdrop, geopolitical tensions and lingering questions over the independence of the U.S. Federal Reserve are taking a back seat. The focus stays on positive signals from regional markets.
On the macro side, market participants will watch the French budget balance release, as well as Turkey’s current‑account figures and retail‑sales data. No major corporate earnings are slated for the session.
Before the bell, futures indicated a 0.3% rise for the Euro Stoxx 50 and a 0.2% gain for the Stoxx 600, hinting that the upward momentum could continue once European exchanges open.
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