European equity markets posted gains on Friday, extending a positive start to the week driven by a confluence of softer US labor data and declining energy costs.
The Paris CAC 40 index was expected to open approximately 0.9% higher, reflecting a broad-based rebound in investor sentiment following a period of heightened volatility in technology shares.
Global indices posted early gains as traders digested the latest macroeconomic signals from the United States.
The US dollar weakened after unexpectedly weak data from the labor market, providing tailwinds for European exporters and emerging market assets.
The dovish surprise from the US jobs report has shifted focus toward potential monetary policy adjustments, with markets now pricing in a more accommodative stance from the Federal Reserve.
This shift has supported risk appetite across asset classes, with equities outperforming bonds in the session.