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European corporate outlook dims slightly, still marred by global uncertainty

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Posted on January 22, 2026

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· Last updated: January 22, 2026

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Jan 22 (Reuters) - The outlook for European corporate health has slightly deteriorated, the latest forecasts showed on Thursday, as U.S. tariff respite is overshadowed by geopolitical tensions which

Slight Deterioration in European Corporate Outlook Amid Global Uncertainty

European Corporate Earnings Outlook

Jan 22 (Reuters) - The outlook for European corporate health has slightly deteriorated, the latest forecasts showed on Thursday, as U.S. tariff respite is overshadowed by geopolitical tensions which are straining traditional Western alliances.

Impact of Geopolitical Tensions

European firms are expected to report a 4.2% drop in 2025 fourth-quarter earnings, on average, according to LSEG I/B/E/S data, slightly worse than ‌the 4.1% decrease analysts expected a week ago.

Earnings Forecast for 2025

(Reporting by Javi West Larrañaga; Editing by Matt Scuffham)

Key Takeaways

  • European corporate outlook slightly worsens.
  • Geopolitical tensions impact earnings forecasts.
  • U.S. tariff respite overshadowed by global issues.
  • 4.2% drop expected in 2025 fourth-quarter earnings.
  • LSEG I/B/E/S data highlights earnings decline.

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