Bullish
Euro Stoxx 50 hits record high of 6,360.47 points on July 2, 2026.
European stocks, including the Euro Stoxx 50, reached record highs on July 2, 2026, driven by positive macroeconomic indicators and strong performances in the energy and defense sectors. The Euro Stoxx 50 closed at 6,360.47 points, marking a new all-time high. This bullish trend was supported by softer-than-expected U.S. employment data, which alleviated concerns over potential interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.
Key points
- The Euro Stoxx 50 reached a record high of 6,360.47 points on July 2, 2026.
- Softer U.S. employment data reduced expectations for near-term interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, boosting European markets.
- Energy sector profits are expected to drive European blue-chip earnings growth in Q2, with a forecasted 14.5% increase.
- Defense stocks, notably Rheinmetall, saw significant gains, with Rheinmetall closing 6% higher.
Sources
- Euro Stoxx 50 mit neuem All-Time-Highboerse.de · July 3, 2026
- European shares close at record high after softer US jobs data calms rate hike fearsMarketScreener · July 2, 2026
- Energy profits lift Europe earnings outlookMarketScreener · July 2, 2026
- European Stocks Close at RecordsTradingEconomics · July 2, 2026
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