European markets head for lackluster open as Fed cut fails to lift sentiment

European markets head for lackluster open as Fed cut fails to lift sentiment



European stocks are expected to open flat to lower on Thursday as investors digest the U.S. Federal reserve’s rate cut and commentary.



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