European stock markets
Most European countries have their own stock exchanges. The biggest are the CAC 40 index, in Paris, and Frankfurt's Dax 30. Some of the world's biggest telecoms, utilities and financial services groups trade on European stock markets.
Recent articles
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(01 February 12)
Despite the depressed state of the global economy, stock markets have been rising strongly since October. Dominic Frisby looks at what's driving the rally, and how long it is likely to last.
(16 January 12)
You know something is up when the ultra-bulls and the extreme-bears start to agree. How is a contrarian supposed to feel?
(13 January 12)
A massive credit contraction looms over European markets as asset dumping continues and lending dries up.