European Stocks Close Mixed on February 12 as ECB Policy Outlook Hangs Over

Eurozone stocks closed mixed on February 12, with the EURSTOXX 600 down 0.4% and the FTSEuro Stoxx 300 down 0.2%. The ECB's upcoming policy meeting on February 14 is expected to weigh on sentiment, with investors eyeing potential rate hikes and clarity on monetary easing timelines. Yields on German 10-year bunds rose to 3.85%, up 12 bps from the prior day, reflecting tightening bond markets. The mixed close followed a清淡 session in London and Paris, with FTSE 100 and CAC 40 indices both trading lower by the close.