European stocks saw a significant weekly drop Friday. Investors are concerned about growth and inflation due to Middle East conflict disrupting energy supplies. The STOXX 600 index fell, marking a two-week low and ending a four-week gain streak. Most regional markets also declined. Technology stocks saw gains, boosted by SAP’s strong performance. Healthcare and financials lost ground.
Upbeat earnings bolster case for India stocks as Asia wavers
Indian equities are outperforming Asian peers, supported by stronger-than-expected corporate earnings, improving valuations and renewed foreign investor inflows. September-quarter profits rose 20% among major companies,