European Stocks Rise as Brent Crude Slips Below $100 on Supply Easing

European equities advanced broadly on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, after Brent crude fell below $100 a barrel, easing inflation concerns tied to energy costs. The decline in oil prices came as worries over global supply disruptions receded. Supporting sentiment, flash PMI data showed France's private sector activity expanded in September at its fastest pace in more than two years, signaling resilience in the eurozone's second-largest economy. The combination of softer crude prices and stronger French economic data lifted investor appetite across regional markets, though specific index levels were not disclosed.