Seoul: European stock indices opened today's trading session with mixed performance as investor caution persisted amid rising energy prices, which reignited inflation concerns and strengthened expectations of central bank interest rate hikes. In the major markets, France's CAC 40 index rose by 0.01%, the UK's FTSE 100 index gained 0.03%, and Italy's FTSE MIB index advanced by 0.26%. Meanwhile, Germany's DAX index fell by 0.24%.

According to Oman News Agency, the mixed performance in European stocks reflects investor apprehensions about the potential impact of rising energy costs on inflation. The anticipation of possible interest rate hikes by central banks adds another layer of uncertainty as market participants weigh the implications for future economic growth and stability.