The Economic Times

Global Market: European shares muted at open as investors track US-Iran talks, oil gains

European shares opened largely flat on Tuesday as investors remained cautious over potential US-Iran talks and developments around the Strait of Hormuz. Energy stocks gained 0.4% as oil prices recovered, while retail stocks rose 1.3%, led by Kingfisher. Insurance stocks declined, and investors awaited euro zone consumer confidence data for further economic signals.