European stock markets declined on Thursday, with major indices closing lower due to waning investor optimism amid economic and geopolitical uncertainties. The DAX fell 1.24%, influenced by selloffs in industrial and automotive shares. EU leaders failed to agree on a €5 billion aid package for Ukraine, further dampening sentiment. ECB President Christine Lagarde warned of stagflation risks, as tariffs from the US are expected to slow growth and increase inflation in the EU. Defence and automotive stocks suffered significant losses, while the euro weakened against the US dollar. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)