European stocks surge before US jobs data

European stocks rose during today's trading session, with expectations of continuing their strongest weekly gains since late June, driven by strong earnings reports in the pharmaceuticals, infrastructure, energy, and telecommunications sectors during the second quarter. Company profits in the FTSE 600 index grew by 21% year-over-year. Additionally, the decline in bond yields and falling oil prices helped reduce pressures on energy-intensive sectors. However, geopolitical risks have resurfaced, as members of the Iranian parliament are considering a bill that would prohibit American and Israeli ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz, potentially complicating ongoing diplomatic mediation efforts. Investors are also closely monitoring the upcoming U.S. jobs report for July, which may confirm the stability of the American labor market and influence Federal Reserve decisions on interest rate hikes, with a possible increase of 25 basis points expected in September.

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