
Uncertain start to the session for European stock markets, held back by fears about the artificial intelligence sector linked to the Nvidia case, the wait for moves by central banks and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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European stock markets recorded a negative opening conditioned by macroeconomic and geopolitical factors.
European stock markets sluggish at the start of the session as the effects of the Nvidia case on the artificial intelligence sector are feared.
The markets are moving uncertainly with investors looking for clues about the next moves of central banks, in particular the Fed.
Geopolitical tensions also weigh heavily, with the conflict in the Middle East between the USA and Iran and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Negative opening for Frankfurt (-0.28%), Paris (-0.21%) and London (-0.2%).

The general director of ANCE Romain Bocognani, arriving at Palazzo Chigi for the discussion on the budget, asked for continuity in investments in construction and 1.4 billion to deal with the cost of materials on 13 thousand construction sites.

The 2027 financial maneuver in Italy introduces changes to parental leave, increasing the monthly salary paid at 80% to four, while the 10 days of paternity leave remain unchanged, confirming the gap with other European countries.

Nvidia loses 11% on Wall Street and burns over 400 billion dollars in value after the resignation of CEO Jensen Huang. The board appoints Colette Kress as interim CEO, while Donald Trump suggests Tim Cook.

Bitcoin prices fall below 70 thousand dollars for the first time since August. According to Bloomberg, the cryptocurrency sector is hit by inflation, the prospects of a rate hike by the Fed and the majority obtained by the Democrats in the midterm elections, which is a prelude to stricter regulations.

Generali closed the first nine months with gross premiums at 76.5 billion (+4.5%), operating profit at 6,446 million (+8.5%) and net profit at 3,597 million (+11.9%). CFO Cristiano Borean expresses confidence in exceeding the objectives of the strategic plan.

Nvidia closes on the Nasdaq with a fall of 4.34% to 166.19 dollars, with losses of 11% since the beginning of the week after the resignation of CEO Jensen Huang, linked to alleged extramarital affairs. The company has burned through more than $400 billion in market value since Monday.