European Markets Poised to Open Higher as Earnings Season Takes Center Stage

European markets are expected to start Tuesday on a positive note, with investors turning their attention to a packed earnings calendar. Early indicators suggest modest gains across major regional indexes, reflecting cautious optimism despite ongoing global uncertainties.

According to data from IG, the U.K.’s FTSE is projected to open 0.18% higher, while Germany’s DAX is seen rising 0.15%. France’s CAC 40 is expected to gain 0.3%, and Italy’s FTSE MIB is forecast to open up 0.4%, signaling a broadly upbeat mood across European equities.

Earnings season is gathering momentum, with investors closely watching fresh results from major companies including ASML, Volvo, LVMH, and Deutsche Bank later this week. On Tuesday alone, reports are due from industrial heavyweights Atlas Copco and Sandvik, as well as tech firm Logitech International, offering insight into corporate performance amid a challenging economic backdrop.

However, global trade concerns remain in focus after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to raise tariffs on South Korean autos, pharmaceuticals, and lumber from 15% to 25%. The move followed claims that South Korea’s legislature has not approved its trade agreement with Washington. While South Korean auto stocks initially fell sharply, losses eased during overnight trading.

In the U.S., S&P 500 futures hovered near flat after Wall Street began the earnings-heavy week on a positive footing. Investors are also looking ahead to the Federal Reserve’s policy decision later this week, with rates expected to remain in the 3.5% to 3.75% range. In Europe, economic data due Tuesday—including EU car registrations, Spanish unemployment figures, and French consumer confidence—could further shape market sentiment as the session unfolds.

source: cbnc