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European Shares Rise Amid Defense Stocks and Drug Boost
9/2/2025
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Story summary
- European shares increased by 0.17% on September 1, led by defense stocks and Novo Nordisk's Wegovy drug.
- Long-dated euro zone bond yields rose, raising concerns about global government debt levels.
- Uncertainty surrounds U.S. tariff policy as Trump intends to appeal a court ruling.
- Euro zone manufacturing grew in August, driven by strong domestic demand.
