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Violent riots have erupted in Paris and Milan, directly linked to the cost-of-living crisis exacerbated by soaring energy prices. This civil unrest is triggering a de-risking phase in European equities, with the broader slide extending into Monday's trading. The political instability adds a significant risk premium to European assets and suggests that central banks may face greater pressure to address inflation without stifling growth, complicating the monetary policy outlook.
European Unrest & Political Risk
Violent riots have erupted in Paris and Milan, directly linked to the cost-of-living crisis exacerbated by soaring energy prices. This civil unrest is triggering a de-risking phase in European equities, with the broader slide extending into Monday's trading. The political instability adds a significant risk premium to European assets and suggests that central banks may face greater pressure to address inflation without stifling growth, complicating the monetary policy outlook.