European markets saw muted movements on Friday, capping a holiday-shortened week with investors closely monitoring economic data and policy signals ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.

Key Highlights

1. Market Performance:

   • STOXX 600: Down 0.1% by 0815 GMT but set for a 0.7% weekly gain.
   • Swiss Market Index: Rose 0.5% in its first session of 2025.
   • DAX: Fell 0.2%.
   • CAC 40: Declined 0.5%.

2. Sector Pressures:

   • China-exposed industries: Miners and automakers faced declines despite Beijing's announcement of increased ultra-long treasury bond issuance to stimulate business investment and consumer spending.
   • Concerns lingered about a potential U.S.-China trade war under Trump's administration, casting a shadow on global economic recovery.

3. Notable Movers:

   • Tullow Oil: Jumped 12.5% after avoiding a $320 million tax liability in Ghana, thanks to a favorable ruling by the International Chamber of Commerce.

Broader Implications

• Policy Uncertainty: Investors are wary of how U.S.-China trade tensions and changes in fiscal policies under the Trump administration could impact global markets.
• Eurozone Growth Concerns: Fluctuations in key European indices reflect broader fears of a global economic slowdown, compounded by weak data from China.
• Energy Sector Rally: Positive developments in oil stocks like Tullow Oil highlight the sector's potential resilience amid broader market volatility.

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