marches0.47 %France's CAC 40 index was among those declining, while Japan's Nikkei index posted a margina…✓ Confirmed · 2 sources

European stock markets open lower amid Middle East tensions

Major European stock exchanges opened lower on 28 May 2026, hit by escalating Middle East tensions.

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France's CAC 40 index was among those declining, while Japan's Nikkei index posted a marginal consolidation of minus 0.47%.

This volatility reflects investor caution amid international geopolitical risks.

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