FX.co ★ German Stocks Edge Up

On Wednesday, the DAX edged up by 0.2% to approximately 23,480 in early trading, regaining some ground lost in the prior session and surpassing the performance of several other European markets. Despite this, investor caution persisted due to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, with both nations continuing reciprocal missile strikes, notwithstanding U.S. President Trump's call for an unconditional surrender from Tehran. Concurrently, market participants awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve's policy announcement later today. While it is broadly anticipated that interest rates will remain steady, all eyes are on the revised economic projections that might provide insights into the trajectory of future rate adjustments. In the corporate sector, Airbus declared it would increase the upper limit of its dividend payout ratio to 50%, up from its previous range of 30% to 40%, as it reaffirmed its 2025 guidance to bolster investor confidence in its prospects. Following this announcement, Airbus shares climbed by over 3%.