European Stocks Steady as Traders Watch Iran Headlines, Earnings

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By Olivia Levieux

April 23, 2026 at 7:25 AM UTC

Updated on

April 23, 2026 at 3:49 PM UTC

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European stocks fluctuated after a three-day retreat, with traders weighing higher oil prices and conflicting headlines on the Iran ceasefire against positive results from L’Oreal SA and Nestle SA.