European markets

  • European stocks advanced on Wednesday, ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. The pan European Stoxx 600 climbed 0.5% in early trade, with the technology sector adding 1.8% to lead gains while utilities stocks slipped 0.4%.

  • Asian stock markets are mixed on Tuesday following the modest gains overnight on Wall Street. Investors are cautious as they look ahead to earnings results from major companies as well as key economic data due later this week for directional cues.