European Markets at Midday: Vestas and Defence Stocks Surge as BEL 20 Holds Flat
European stocks were mixed at midday on 12 August 2026. Vestas and defence shares surged, while the BEL 20 held flat as Umicore rose and AB InBev declined.
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European stocks were mixed at midday on 12 August 2026. Vestas and defence shares surged, while the BEL 20 held flat as Umicore rose and AB InBev declined.
European stocks opened lower on 12 August 2026 as rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions overshadowed corporate earnings. The BEL 20 underperformed, while ABN Amro rallied.
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