European markets open cautiously higher: FTSE, DAX, and CAC positive while the dollar strengthens.

The main European stock exchanges started trading this Sunday, May 11, 2025, with moderate gains, in an atmosphere of expectant caution regarding the

development of trade talks between the United States and China and the

upcoming inflation data. The US dollar , for its part, showed strength in international currency markets.

At the start of trading, the main European indices reflected a slight optimism. London's FTSE 100 rose 0.1% to 8,567.53 points. In Paris, the CAC 40 advanced 0.5%, while Frankfurt's DAX 40 also gained 0.6%, continuing the positive trend seen at previous closes when it reached all-time highs. The pan-European EURO STOXX 50 index was also trading up.

earnings, rising 0.39% to 5,309.74 points.

This behavior occurs in a context where investors are digesting the decision of the United States Federal Reserve to maintain its interest rates and the recent rate cut by the Bank of England. Attention is now focused on the evolution of the tariff negotiations between Washington and Beijing, which continue this Sunday in Geneva, and on the next inflation data from the United States, which could offer clues about the

future Fed moves.

In the foreign exchange market, the US dollar strengthened against its major counterparts. The euro fell to $1.1290 from $1.1344, and the pound sterling fell to $1.3284 from $1.3342 at the close in London on Wednesday. Against the Japanese yen, the dollar also rose, trading at JPY144.42 from JPY143.39. This strength in the greenback could be interpreted as a sign of a search for safe haven assets in the face of uncertainty or as an anticipation of a US monetary policy that could remain restrictive for longer than expected.

expected.

Earlier in Asia, markets were mixed. The Saudi Arabian Stock Exchange (TASI) opened trading with 30 of its listed companies reporting Q1 2025 financial results. Of these, 15 companies reported profit growth, 12 reported a decline in earnings, and 11 reported a decline in profits.

declines and three recorded losses.

Among the companies with notable performances are JABAL OMAR, with an impressive profit growth of 4,873.92%, and MASAR, with an increase of 3,219.33%. On the negative side, ALSAGR INSURANCE and WALAA reported significant losses. These sector results offer a

insight into corporate health in key emerging markets.

Featured Companies at TASI Opening (Q1 2025) | Company | Profit Change Q1 2025 vs Q1 2024 | Net Profit Q1 2025 (SAR Millions) ||—|—|—|| JABAL OMAR | +4,873.92% | 945.94 || MASAR | +3,219.33% | 159.66 || JAHEZ | +183.73% | 35.32 || ELM | +43.48% | 495.00 || ALSAGR INSURANCE | -341.35% (Loss) | (17.92) || WALAA | -270.45% (Loss) | (67.95) || ALUJAIN | -406.37% (Loss) | (17.23) |

| SAUDI ARAMCO | -4.63% | 97,540.00 |

«Markets are in a wait-and-see mode. Signals are mixed, and caution is the norm until there is more clarity on global trade and inflation. The strength of the dollar suggests that risk aversion is not yet a possibility.

“disappeared.” – Market Analyst for La Verdad Noticias.

Market developments today will largely depend on any developments arising from the talks between the United States and China. A conciliatory tone could drive further gains, while a lack of concrete progress or hawkish statements could reverse the initial optimism. Investors will also be keeping an eye on economic indicators released throughout the week, especially the Consumer Price Index.

US Consumer Price Index (CPI)

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