economy
January 26, 2026
European markets close higher ahead of busy earnings week
European stocks traded in positive territory on Monday ahead of earnings from ASML, Volvo, LVMH and Deutsche Bank.

TL;DR
- The pan-European Stoxx 600 index closed 0.24% higher.
- ASML, Volvo, LVMH, and Deutsche Bank are among the companies set to release earnings.
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada will not pursue a free trade agreement with China.
- Danone shares fell after a global recall of infant formula due to toxin traces.
- Ryanair increased its full-year fare growth forecast.
- Airbus shares declined amid geopolitical challenges.
- Gold prices reached new all-time highs, with spot prices advancing 2.23% to $5,090.
- U.S. stocks rose in anticipation of earnings reports and a Federal Reserve policy meeting.
- More than 90 S&P 500 companies, including Apple, Meta, and Microsoft, are reporting earnings this week.
- The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged but traders will look for clues on rate cuts.
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