European shares rose on Wednesday as investors evaluated mixed corporate earnings and anticipated key economic data, capping a volatile month influenced by U.S. trade policies.
The pan-European STOXX 600 index climbed 0.4% by 0716 GMT, though it was still on track to post a second consecutive monthly decline if the current trend holds.
Most regional indexes traded in positive territory, except for Spain, which fell 0.5%.
The European benchmark index has recovered more than half of the losses it suffered earlier this month, when it dropped nearly 18% from record highs due to concerns over a global recession triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s import tariffs.
Barclays shares rose 2.3% after the British bank reported a better-than-expected 19% increase in first-quarter profits.
Danish logistics firm DSV saw a 9.6% boost in its stock after completing the acquisition of Germany’s Schenker and outlining potential benefits from the deal.
On the other hand, Swedish steelmaker SSAB dropped almost 5% following a 57% plunge in its first-quarter operating profit.
Investors are also awaiting economic growth data for France, Germany, and the broader eurozone, set to be released later in the day.
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