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As U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff threats shake confidence in the American market, as investors increasingly turn to Europe, drawn by its relative political stability and infrastructure-driven economic agenda.
Investor interest in Europe is rising sharply, as growing concerns over President Donald Trump’s unpredictable trade policies drive capital away from the United States. Executives and fund managers cite planning uncertainty and tariff threats as key reasons behind the shift.
Peter Roessner, CEO of Luxembourg-based hydrogen firm H2Apex, said U.S. instability is pushing both American and European investors to focus on the EU market.
“Conditions in Europe aren’t perfect, but they’re stable,” he told Reuters.
More than $100 billion has flowed into European equity funds this year — triple last year’s figure — while U.S. funds saw outflows nearing $87 billion, according to LSEG data.
Investors also responded coolly to the U.S. debut of Holcim’s spin-off Amrize, while Holcim’s Europe-focused stock rose 15%. Siemens Energy’s shares climbed 84% amid renewed investor confidence in EU markets.
The European Central Bank President, Christine Lagarde, noted this momentum reflects growing trust in Europe's long-term value.
Germany has seen a surge in foreign investment, with inflows more than doubling to €46 billion ($53 billion) in early 2025. Meanwhile, German companies reduced exposure to the U.S., posting a negative €2.38 billion ($2.78 billion) in direct investment in April alone.
Still, experts warn Europe must act swiftly. “This sentiment can reverse,” said KfW CEO Stefan Wintels, urging European Union leaders to accelerate regulatory reforms and fulfill spending promises.
Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing, after meetings in the Gulf, confirmed strong investor interest in Europe but stressed that long-term confidence depends on continued political and economic stability.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) said in a statement that its Aerospace Force did not strike the Kuwait Airport passenger terminal on Wednesday, and that the destruction was instead caused by a failed U.S. Patriot missile.
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Five Azerbaijani citizens have been killed and three others injured following drone attacks on two cargo vessels in the Sea of Azov, Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry said on Friday.
Azerbaijan has strongly rejected allegations published by CNN claiming that its territory was used for Israeli military and intelligence operations against Iran, describing the report as entirely baseless and demanding a retraction.
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People across Gaza are facing a worsening humanitarian crisis, with millions struggling to access food, clean water, shelter and medical care as the conflict continues.
The United States has announced an additional $38 million to support efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as health officials warn that the virus could spread further without stronger action.
More than 6,000 people gathered outside a vote-counting centre in Seoul on Friday night, demanding this week’s local elections be repeated after ballot shortages left some voters unable to cast their ballots.
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