Eurozone Stocks Rise as Strong Earnings Drown Iran War Fears

European equities surged, buoyed by robust earnings reports that have eased lingering concerns over the Iran conflict.

Earnings Shock: European Markets Rally

■S&P/OMX 100 index up 2.5%,

■DAX climbs 3.1%,

■Euro Stoxx 50 gains 1.9%,

■Inflation at 3.7% (September)

War Cloud Eclipsed: Investors Reassured by Solid Profits

■Apple shares up 8.2%,

■Volkswagen profits rise 6.4%,

■TotalEnergies earnings grow 4.9%,

■Iran falls 2%

ECB and Interest Rate Outlook

■ECB holds policy rate at 3.5%,

■High inflation at 3.7%,

■Rate hike of 0.25% expected,

■Summer could see 0.5% increase

Sustainable Growth: Corporate Fundamentals

■ROE averages 18%,

■EBITDA margin 22%,

■P/E 15,

■Reinvestment 12 bn EUR

European markets, propelled by strong earnings and the clarity of ECB's rate stance, are navigating short‑term uncertainties toward a steady growth trajectory.