- European stock markets mid session: most stocks traded lower ahead of the European Central Bank’s interest rate decision
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4 September 2014
European stock markets mid session: most stocks traded lower ahead of the European Central Bank’s interest rate decision
Most stock indices traded lower ahead of the European Central Bank's interest rate decision. Investors speculate that the European Central Bank will add further stimulus measures.
German factory orders rose 4.6% in July, exceeding expectations for a 1.6% increase, after a 2.7% decline in June. June's figure was revised up from a 3.2% fall.
Bilfinger SE shares dropped 11% after the company lowered its full-year profit forecast.
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