STOXX 600 inches lower at start of Christmas week; Novo Nordisk surges

European markets see mixed trends as Novo Nordisk's share surge offsets losses in travel and leisure sectors amid economic concerns and ECB predictions influencing investor sentiment.

Aviva to buy Direct Line in £3.7 bln deal

Aviva agrees to acquire Direct Line for £3.7 billion, offering Direct Line shareholders cash and shares, aiming for cost synergies and enhanced customer offerings.

European markets mixed in muted trade as holiday-shortened week begins

European stocks were muted as UK's GDP stalled, while Aviva announced a major acquisition. Oil prices slipped amid economic concerns and changing demand outlook.

UK insurer Aviva to buy Direct Line in $4.65 billion deal

Morning Bid: Long bond yields defused ahead of payrolls, France rallies

U.S. Treasury yields are falling amid economic uncertainty; European markets are stabilizing after political shifts, while tensions exist in Asia. Bitcoin dips below $100,000 amid corporate news.

Aviva eyes Direct Line takeover

Aviva plc has proposed acquiring Direct Line Insurance Group, offering cash and shares. The deal's approval by Direct Line's Board hinges on formal intentions and due diligence.

European stocks edge higher ahead of US payrolls data

European shares rose ahead of U.S. payrolls data; French assets gained after political news; focus remains on potential Fed rate cuts and company stock movements.

European markets mostly higher; French politics, nonfarm payrolls in focus

European markets rose amid French political instability and upcoming US jobs data, while Aviva plans to acquire Direct Line and oil prices fell after OPEC+ supply cuts extension.

Europe digests inflation; oil prices rebound

Direct Line surges after rejecting Aviva takeover offer