economy

February 9, 2026

STOXX eyes fresh record, M&A momentum provides lift

Europe's STOXX 600 is adding 0.5%, joining the positive momentum in markets spurred by the weekend election in Japan.

STOXX eyes fresh record, M&A momentum provides lift

TL;DR

  • The STOXX 600 index rose by 0.5%, nearing a record high.
  • Market momentum was influenced by the weekend election in Japan.
  • Inpost surged 13.5% on news of a 7.8 billion euro acquisition.
  • Novo Nordisk rose 8.3% following news about GLP-1 pill restrictions.
  • Unicredit shares increased by 4.5% after reporting positive results.
  • Natwest shares fell 3.2% after announcing the purchase of Evelyn Partners for 2.7 billion pounds.
  • The banking sector increased by 1%, while aerospace and defense stocks rose by 1.5%.
  • Plus500 shares gained 6.3% after forecasting better-than-expected results.
  • Premier Foods and Greggs shares were among the laggards.

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