European stock markets closed higher on Tuesday, marking a broad-based recovery in sentiment after a period of volatility.
The Italian FTSE MIB led the regional gains, climbing by one point, while the CAC 40 in Paris and the DAX in Frankfurt both advanced by 0.9%.
The rally extended to Wall Street, where US equities continued their upward trajectory, driven largely by strength in the semiconductor sector.
This cross-asset recovery suggests that investor anxiety is moderating, even as underlying geopolitical uncertainties remain unresolved.
Energy markets displayed a divergent pattern during the session.
Natural gas prices posted gains, reflecting tightening supply concerns or seasonal demand shifts, while crude oil prices retreated.