European stocks poised to extend gains after Wall Street’s record highs

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The U.K.’s Met Office forecasts another public health warning for temperatures reaching 34 degrees Celsius in London, as members of the public cross Westminster Briidge, on Aug. 12 2025.

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Good morning from London, where more sweltering weather is on its way.

Stocks are also looking set to heat up somewhat, with futures tied to the FTSE 100 last seen trading 0.2% higher. Those tied to the German DAX are 0.5% higher, while futures tied to the French CAC 40 are up by 0.4%.

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