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European markets to open flat as oil prices fall below $100

CNBC Top Stories May 21, 2026 · 5:07 am Read Original
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European markets to open flat as oil prices fall below $100

European stocks are expected to open around the flatline on Thursday as investors assess the latest macroeconomic and geopolitical news.

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Published May 21, 2026 · 5:07 am
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