European equity markets opened lower on Tuesday, with the German DAX under pressure as traders booked profits following the index's recent record run.
The broader European session is also being weighed down by a sharp decline in artificial intelligence-related stocks across Asian markets early in the day.
Despite the regional headwinds, TKMS shares continued their rally, decoupling from the wider market weakness.
The stock's momentum suggests specific company-driven demand or sector rotation is supporting the name, even as the broader tech theme faces selling pressure.
The mixed opening reflects a market navigating between short-term technical corrections and selective strength.
While the DAX digests its recent highs, investors are closely watching how the Asian tech selloff translates into European trading hours.