European stock markets opened lower despite a Wall Street rally, as investor sentiment remains shaky due to ongoing US-China trade disputes. Both nations are imposing fees on each other's ships, and Beijing has sanctioned US-linked subsidiaries. The status of trade talks is uncertain, with President Trump suggesting a potential meeting with Xi Jinping. In Europe, concerns about the UK economy and the new French government's budget plans add to market caution. Stock indexes and futures are down, while safe-haven assets like gold are rising amidst fears of an AI bubble. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)