European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.49% at 5,901, DAX -0.25% at 24,210, FTSE 100 -0.21% at 10,476, CAC 40 -0.96% at 8,156, AEX +0.22% at 1,021, IBEX 35 -0.75% at 18,006, FTSE MIB -0.25% at 47,785, SMI -0.51% at 13,068, PSI +0.54% at 9,186

European equities mostly closed lower, with notable declines in key indices such as the Euro Stoxx 50 and CAC 40, which might reflect investor caution ahead of upcoming economic data or central bank meetings.

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Black Sea CPC blend oil exports set at 1.8mln BPD for May (vs. 1.65mln BPD in April plan), according to reports

15:34

US sells 17-week bills at a high rate of 3.610%, B/C 3.02x

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European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.49% at 5,901, DAX -0.25% at 24,210, FTSE 100 -0.21% at 10,476, CAC 40 -0.96% at 8,156, AEX +0.22% at 1,021, IBEX 35 -0.75% at 18,006, FTSE MIB -0.25% at 47,785, SMI -0.51% at 13,068, PSI +0.54% at 9,186

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Iran's response to Islamabad's request to extend the ceasefire, and are ready to defend against any threat and evil, IRIB News reports

15:15

US Commerce Secretary Lutnick says affiliates rule "is a smart thing" for the Trump admin to consider

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The slight uptick in the AEX and PSI suggests that some markets may be absorbing localized factors or looking for specific opportunities amid broader uncertainty. Traders should assess sector performance for potential insights into underlying market sentiment and alignment with global trends.

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