European stock markets showed a cautiously positive sentiment on Friday, influenced by Ukraine peace talks and a speech from US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell at Jackson Hole. Despite a contraction in the German economy, major indices like the DAX and FTSE 100 recovered losses. Investors are concerned about potential interest rate cuts and their impact on inflation. US markets closed lower, and oil prices fell amid fading enthusiasm for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. Asian markets were mixed, with Japan's inflation slowing and gains in Hong Kong and China. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)