European Shares Drift Lower On Inflation, Growth Concerns

European stocks fell on Friday as investors feared a prolonged Middle East conflict could fuel inflation and dent economic growth. The risk-off move reflects worries that higher energy prices and broader inflationary pressure could force tighter policy and weigh on activity across markets.

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European stocks fell on Friday as investors feared a prolonged Middle East conflict could fuel inflation and dent economic growth. The risk-off move reflects worries that higher energy prices and broader inflationary pressure could force tighter policy and weigh on activity across markets.