Market Update

European markets closed lower on Thursday, influenced by quarterly earnings updates and economic data. Key indices closed as follows:

• The pan-European Stoxx 600 index closed down.
• The UK’s FTSE 100 slipped 0.57%.

Market Influences

Investors digested the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy meeting. The recent rise in US jobless claims, exceeding expectations, also impacted market sentiment.

Economic Data

• US jobless claims rose higher than expected.
• Yields reversed their recent decline, weighing on European markets.

Company Performance

Coca-Cola HBC AG’s performance was not mentioned in the provided news snippets.