European stock markets on the rise: markets breathe after decline in government bonds

European stock markets open higher as the run-up in government bonds eases. Markets catch their breath as the rally in oil and gas prices fades, while fears of a new flare-up in inflation remain. On the international front, attention is focused on relations between the US and China with the meeting between Trump and Xi. Spotlight on geopolitical tensions, with diplomacy working on the conflict in the Middle East.

Positive start for Frankfurt (+0.69%), Paris (+0.65%) and London (+0.5%).