London, March 18, 2025 (AFP) - European stocks advance before German spending vote

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2025-03-18

European stocks rose on Tuesday as investors prepared for Germany's lawmakers to vote on a massive spending boost for defence and infrastructure, while escalating geopolitical fears supported commodities. Gold and oil prices climbed on fears of escalating tensions in the Middle East after Israel launched its most intense strikes on Gaza since a ceasefire with Hamas took effect. A weaker US dollar and uncertainty ahead of a telephone call about U......

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