European stocks closed sharply lower for a second session on Friday as fresh strikes between Iran and the US added to risks of energy shortages for major European importers. The Eurozone's STOXX 50 fell 1.1% to 5,905 and the pan-European STOXX 600 dropped 0.8% to 612. Tankers and military vessels were reportedly hit during the day to dim expectations that the US and Iranian delegations were closer to agreeing on an end to the war, driving markets to reconsider the positions taken during Wednesday when the consensus saw more optimism in the conflict's end. Risk-sensitive consumer cyclical stocks closed lower, with Hermes, Adidas, and Inditex dropping more than 2.5%. Meanwhile, Safran fell 3% for another session of sharp selling, and Rheinmetall sank 10% as investors continued to assess the company's earnings report from yesterday. Meanwhile, Intesa Sanpaolo dropped 2% after posting its earnings report.

Euro Area's main stock market index, the EU50, fell to 5912 points on May 8, 2026, losing 1.01% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.27% and is up 11.35% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Euro Area. Historically, the Euro Area Stock Market Index (EU50) reached an all time high of 6208.30 in February of 2026. Euro Area Stock Market Index (EU50) - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on May 9 of 2026.

Euro Area's main stock market index, the EU50, fell to 5912 points on May 8, 2026, losing 1.01% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 0.27% and is up 11.35% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Euro Area. The Euro Area Stock Market Index (EU50) is expected to trade at 5827.88 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 5349.40 in 12 months time.



Indexes Price Day Month Year Date
FR40 8,112.57 -89.51 -1.09% -1.62% 4.76% May/08
DE40 24,338.63 -324.98 -1.32% 2.23% 3.57% May/08
IT40 49,289.54 -1.46 -0.003% 4.14% 25.20% May/08
ES35 17,889.40 -171.40 -0.95% -1.19% 31.99% May/08
EU100 1,816.67 0 0% -0.49% 16.69% May/08
EU600 612.14 -4.28 -0.69% -0.07% 13.79% May/08
EU50 5,912.25 -60.40 -1.01% 0.27% 11.35% May/08

Components Price Day Year MCap Date
ASML Holding 1,319.40 19.40 1.49% 110.50% 583B May/08
LVMH 472.70 -5.60 -1.17% -10.90% 287.61B May/09
Linde 422.20 0.60 0.14% 5.29% 234.9B May/08
L'Oréal 363.00 -4.00 -1.09% -5.27% 234.46B May/08
SAP 146.20 -5.18 -3.42% -44.30% 202.24B May/09
Siemens 264.95 -1.25 -0.47% 19.48% 197.72B May/09
Deutsche Telekom 27.40 -0.30 -1.08% -13.65% 194.02B May/09
Banco Santander 10.47 -0.11 -1.08% 57.31% 189.63B May/08
Inditex 51.32 -1.36 -2.58% 10.41% 188.72B May/08
Schneider Electric 272.60 -2.60 -0.94% 26.91% 170.09B May/08




Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Euro Area Inflation Rate 3.00 2.60 percent Apr 2026
Euro Area Interest Rate 2.15 2.15 percent Apr 2026
Euro Area Unemployment Rate 6.20 6.30 percent Mar 2026

Euro Area Stock Market Index (EU50)
The EURO STOXX 50 is a major stock market index which tracks the performance of 50 Blue-chip companies based in twelve Euro Area countries: Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
5912.25 5972.65 6208.30 615.90 1986 - 2026 points Daily

Market Data Coverage: Euro Area

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European Stocks Close Lower for 2nd Session
European stocks closed sharply lower for a second session on Friday as fresh strikes between Iran and the US added to risks of energy shortages for major European importers. The Eurozone's STOXX 50 fell 1.1% to 5,905 and the pan-European STOXX 600 dropped 0.8% to 612. Tankers and military vessels were reportedly hit during the day to dim expectations that the US and Iranian delegations were closer to agreeing on an end to the war, driving markets to reconsider the positions taken during Wednesday when the consensus saw more optimism in the conflict's end. Risk-sensitive consumer cyclical stocks closed lower, with Hermes, Adidas, and Inditex dropping more than 2.5%. Meanwhile, Safran fell 3% for another session of sharp selling, and Rheinmetall sank 10% as investors continued to assess the company's earnings report from yesterday. Meanwhile, Intesa Sanpaolo dropped 2% after posting its earnings report.
2026-05-08
European Stocks Lower as New Tariff Threats, US-Iran War Weigh
Stocks in Europe moved lower on Friday, with the STOXX 50 falling 1.1% and the STOXX 600 down 0.8%, extending losses from the previous session. Investor sentiment weakened after US President Trump threatened to impose “much higher” tariffs on the European Union by July 4 if the bloc fails to reduce its tariffs on US goods to 0. The warning followed a call with European Commission President von der Leyen, who nevertheless said the EU was making “good progress” toward lowering tariffs ahead of the deadline. Escalating tensions in the Middle East also weighed on markets after the US launched strikes on Iranian military targets following attacks on three Navy destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, earnings season remained in focus. IAG fell around 3% after lowering its annual profit outlook due to rising jet fuel costs, while Intesa Sanpaolo slipped 1.1% ahead of its quarterly results. Despite Friday’s decline, the STOXX 50 ended the week up 1.5%, while the STOXX 600 gained 0.8%.
2026-05-08
European Stocks Poised for Lower Open
European equity markets were set for a weaker open on Friday, extending the previous session’s losses as renewed clashes between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz reignited geopolitical concerns. Three US Navy destroyers transiting the strategic waterway reportedly intercepted Iranian attacks and carried out retaliatory strikes, although President Donald Trump said the ceasefire remains in effect. In Europe, investors will monitor German trade data and UK house price figures for further economic signals. On the corporate front, earnings reports are due from Intesa Sanpaolo, Enel, and International Airlines Group, among others. In premarket trading, futures tied to the Euro Stoxx 50 and Stoxx 600 were both down around 0.6%.
2026-05-08