European stocks higher as markets digest Fed minutes

European stocks brightened Wednesday as markets digest the latest minutes from the U.S. Federal Reserve’s Oct. 31 meeting and chip giant Nvidia’s blockbuster earnnigs.

The Stoxx 600 index was 0.4% higher at 11:20 a.m. London time following two lacklustre sessions. Most sectors were moderately higher, with technology stocks up 0.9% and financial services up 0.87%.

U.K. software group Sage led stock gains, up 13%, after reporting a strong rise in operating profit and announcing a £350 million ($438.5 million) share buyback programme.

Fidelity European Trust PLC (LON:FEV) aims to be the cornerstone long-term investment of choice for those seeking European exposure across market cycles.

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