European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -2.14% at 5,493, Dax 40 -2.23% at 22,343, FTSE 100 -1.57% at 9,906, CAC 40 -1.82% at 7,666, FTSE MIB -1.94% at 42,854, IBEX 35 -1.28% at 16,689, PSI -2.13% at 8,756, SMI -1.22% at 12,326, AEX -1.64% at 962.

European equity markets closed markedly lower, with the Euro Stoxx 50 down 2.14%, reflecting a broad risk-off sentiment that may be linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions or macroeconomic concerns. The significant declines across major indices suggest heightened investor anxiety, which could spill over into other asset classes, impacting sentiment in the U.S. session as well.