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European Markets Rise Amid Developments in Venezuela

Published January 5, 2026, 09:21
European Markets Rise Amid Developments in Venezuela

European markets started the new week on a positive note, influenced by developments in Venezuela, where Nicolás Maduro has been overthrown by the United States. Global financial and oil markets are closely monitoring the situation, following US strikes and the arrest of Maduro and his wife on drug trafficking charges. President Trump initially stated that the US would “govern” Venezuela until a safe transition is achieved, however, Secretary of State Rubio appeared to backtrack, emphasizing that Washington would use all available means of pressure to achieve political goals, without mentioning direct governance. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index rose 0.36%, while the German Dax, FTSE 100 and French CAC recorded corresponding increases. In the periphery, the FTSE MIB and IBEX 35 showed gains. Oil prices also moved slightly higher as investors assess potential impacts on production and exports. Markets in Asia-Pacific also recorded gains, while US stock futures remained stable. Unemployment in Spain is the only significant macroeconomic data point expected to be released in Europe today.