economy
February 18, 2026
Bayer Falls 7% After Proposing $7.25 Billion Settlement in Roundup Case; European Markets End Higher
European stocks finished higher on Wednesday as investors monitor global market developments.
TL;DR
- European stocks ended higher, with the Stoxx 600 index up 1.2%.
- Bayer's stock fell 7.2% after proposing a $7.25 billion settlement for Roundup lawsuits.
- The UK inflation rate dropped to 3% in January, meeting expectations.
- Asian stocks saw gains in limited trading due to Lunar New Year holidays.
- Wall Street stocks advanced, with traders awaiting Federal Reserve meeting minutes and upcoming PCE data.
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