European Equity Markets Recover as Commodity Gains Offset Weak Corporate Results
Commodity-driven gains and safe-haven flows pushed the pan-European STOXX 600 higher on Thursday. This recovery comes despite weakness in German stocks.
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The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.2% as of 0803 GMT on Thursday, 29 January 2026, marking a modest recovery after it declined 0.8% during the previous session. This rebound was primarily driven by a significant rally in commodity prices and safe-haven demand, which bolstered energy and mining stocks during an active week for corporate reporting.
