European Stocks Steady Amid US Data Await

European stocks were not moving much because investors were waiting for important news about the US economy.

This news could tell them if interest rates will go down.

Some stocks, like those for defense companies, went up because there were fights between Russia and Ukraine.

A company called Kingfisher Plc did really well because they said they would make more money than expected.

Another company, ABN Amro Bank NV, also did well because they are going to cut many jobs to make more money.

But a company called Beazley Plc did not do well because they sold less than people thought they would.

Everyone is also waiting to see if the US will cut interest rates soon, which could make things better for investors.