European stocks closed higher on Wednesday, buoyed by support from previously reported car company shares and related firms. Amid investor analysis of the earnings results of major companies that were disclosed, the stocks reflected optimism regarding the economy's ability to recover from the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Some companies witnessed noticeable increases, such as car manufacturers that benefited from rising demand for hybrid and electric vehicles. On the other hand, energy and utility companies contributed to pushing the markets upward due to their strong performance during the recent period.
As global markets continue to monitor economic and political developments, expectations remain geared towards the financial results being reported by major companies, where this side plays a crucial role in directing market movements.