FTSE 100 Closes 0.43% Lower
European stocks struggled on Wednesday as the manufacturing sector showed signs of a slowdown. The FTSE 100 ended the day 33.14 points lower, or 0.43%, closing at 7,666.27. Investors were weighed down by concerns over declining demand and weaker-than-expected economic data, particularly in key manufacturing regions.
The slump in the manufacturing sector has raised concerns about the broader health of the European economy, with some analysts predicting further challenges ahead. Despite these setbacks, markets remain cautious as they await more detailed economic reports in the coming weeks.
