France HCOB Composite PMI came in at 48.8, above forecasts (48.3) in March

Apr 7, 2026

France HCOB Services PMI above forecasts (48.3) in March: Actual (48.8)

Equities: Markets price future Middle East de-escalation – Danske Bank

Danske Bank analysts observe that global equities are about 4% above recent lows, with investors increasingly pricing a future de-escalation in the Middle East. Cyclical sectors have outperformed and volatility has declined across regions and asset classes.