London: European financial markets opened on a cautiously optimistic note on Friday, October 24, 2025, as investors sought to balance the promise of stability with the ever-present undercurrents of global uncertainty. Futures for major European indices suggested a steady start, yet analysts warned that underlying economic pressures and geopolitical tensions could quickly unsettle sentiment. The day unfolded in a landscape shaped by international trade disputes, monetary policy speculation, and corporate earnings, each intertwining to influence investor behavior.

A central focus for market participants was the upcoming release of the U.S. core Consumer Price Index (CPI) for September, which was widely expected to remain at 3.1%. Despite the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, economists su

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