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European stocks experienced a sharp decline, with the Stoxx 600 index recording a weekly loss of 1.66%, the largest since early July. This downturn was driven by concerns over inflation, rising bond yields, and increasing energy prices. The surge in oil prices above $100 per barrel, along with expectations of higher interest rates in Europe and the United States, added pressure on the markets. In response, the European Central Bank raised interest rates, while inflation reached 3.3% in August, surpassing the bank’s target of 2%. Additionally, geopolitical tensions in the Gulf and energyrelated challenges continued to exert pressure, despite a slight dip in oil prices and a temporary improvement in daily market performance.
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