European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +6.7%, Richemont (CFR SW) +2.3%, Wizz Air (WIZZ LN) +2.0%, Ericsson (ERICB SS) +1.4%, Pearson (PSN LN) -1.5% Taylor Wimpey (TW/ LN) -3.7% Robert Walters (RWA LN) -9.5%

The significant moves in European equities, particularly ASML's +6.7% surge, suggest strong investor sentiment likely driven by positive announcements or market conditions beneficial to the semiconductor sector.

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China's FX regulator will formulate a basket of policy measures to promote cross-border financing

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EUROPEAN OPEN: TSM Q4 profits jump to record; CFR SW sales top expectations; VOW3 GY heavy diesel unit attracts PE interest; TW/ LN sees lower profit margins in 2026; FLTR LN downgraded, EL FP upgraded

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European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +6.7%, Richemont (CFR SW) +2.3%, Wizz Air (WIZZ LN) +2.0%, Ericsson (ERICB SS) +1.4%, Pearson (PSN LN) -1.5% Taylor Wimpey (TW/ LN) -3.7% Robert Walters (RWA LN) -9.5%

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Japanese Finance Minister aims to make progress in selecting projects as part of Japan and US bound investment package if PM Takaichi meets with US President Trump

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Spanish Inflation Rate MoM Final (Dec) M/M 0.3% vs. Exp. 0.3% (Prev. 0.2%)

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Conversely, Pearson's -1.5% and Robert Walters' substantial -9.5% drop could indicate weakness in the education services and recruitment sectors, which may concern investors about slowing demand or changing market dynamics. Overall, the trends could reflect sector-specific reactions rather than a broader market narrative.

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