New York: The main index indicators of world stock markets displayed mixed trends on April 8, with notable decreases in the U.S. indices and significant gains in European markets.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the Dow Jones index on the U.S. stock market fell by 0.84%, settling at 37,645.59 points. The S and P 500 index saw a more substantial decline of 1.57%, closing at 5,062.25 points, while the Nasdaq index registered a decrease of 2.15% to finish at 15,267.91 points.
Meanwhile, European stock markets experienced a positive day, as evidenced by substantial increases across major indices. The FTSE 100 index rose by 2.71% to reach 7,910.53 points. Similarly, France’s CAC-40 index increased by 2.50%, ending at 7,100.42 points, and Germany’s DAX index climbed by 2.48% to conclude at 20,280.26 points.
In the currency markets, global trends also showed a significant movement with the euro appreciating against the dollar. The exchange rate for the euro increased by 0.82%, reaching USD 1.1048.