European stocks were lower as investors awaited key U.S. inflation data and Fed officials’ comments. The STOXX 600 was marginally down at 554.03, with the DAX falling 0.4%, CAC 40 slipping 0.1%, and FTSE 100 unchanged. Volkswagen and Porsche AG both saw 7% declines due to adjusted forecasts. Centrica rose after announcing a share buyback program, while Fresnillo jumped 4.5% as gold hit a record high above $3,700 per ounce. Fugro plummeted 9% after withdrawing its 2025 financial guidance due to market changes.

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