EU lawmakers say the European parliament agrees to resume talks on implementing the US trade agreement, with a prelim. vote possibly on February 24th

The resumption of talks by EU lawmakers regarding the US trade agreement signals a potential thawing in trade relations, which could positively impact market sentiment.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 4 Feb 2026, 14:58 UTCOn the live feed at 14:38 UTC — 6 more headlines followed before this page went public

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If a preliminary vote is confirmed on February 24th, it may pave the way for reforms or adjustments that benefit transatlantic trade. Traders should watch for sectors that are particularly sensitive to trade developments, such as industrials and consumer goods, as any advancements could shift equities in those areas significantly.

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