European shares were subdued on Wednesday, as Chinese trade data came in below expectations and investors exercised caution ahead of key central bank meetings next week.
Meanwhile, data showed German industrial output rose less than expected in April. Industrial production in the eurozone's largest economy rose 0.3 percent on the previous month, missing forecasts for a 0.6 percent rise.
Elsewhere, France's foreign trade deficit increased at the start of the second quarter as exports fell amid a rise in imports, data from the customs office revealed.
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June 05, 2026 16:18 ET A busy week for economic news flow saw a slew of reports being released that reflected the trends in the U.S. labor market. In Europe, economic growth and inflation data gained attention as the European Central Bank and Bank of England head for policy session later in the month. In Asia, the monetary policy session of the Indian central bank was in focus as the country, a major oil importer, reels under the pressures of a weaker rupee and rising inflation.