30 Oct 2025 | 5 Mins Read

European markets open lower, awaiting earnings, growth and ECB news

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European stocks opened lower on Thursday, with the Stoxx 600 falling nearly 0.3%. Key movers included Shell, down 0.2%, and Airbus, up 2.5%, after reporting third-quarter results beating analyst expectations. Data releases include euro zone GDP and unemployment figures, and the European Central Bank's interest rate decision, which is widely expected to remain unchanged at 2%.