Financial Post
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May 19, 2026
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European Stocks Gain on Strong Earnings With Iran War in Focus
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European stocks opened higher Wednesday as strong earnings reports from companies like LVMH and Sanofi provided a boost to markets, while investors also kept an eye on developments related to the potential conflict with Iran.
The Stoxx Europe 600 index rose 0.7% in early trading, with gains across most sectors. Luxury goods company LVMH reported better-than-expected earnings for the first quarter of 2023, sending its shares up by more than 1%. Sanofi also saw its stock rise after it posted strong revenue growth.
Meanwhile, tensions between Iran and Western nations remain a key focus for inve…
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