Group 1 - European stock markets declined, with wind energy-related stocks leading the drop after Orsted A/S's project in the U.S. was halted [1] - The Stoxx Europe 600 index closed down 0.4%, while the UK market was closed for a holiday [1] - The French CAC 40 index fell 1.6%, with notable declines in major companies such as BNP Paribas down 3.5%, AXA SA down 3.8%, and Engie SA down 2.4% [1] Group 2 - Orsted's stock plummeted 19% to a record low, making it the worst performer in the index, following the halt of its nearly completed offshore wind project by the Trump administration [1] - Vestas Wind Systems A/S, a wind turbine manufacturer, also saw a decline of 3.5% [1] Group 3 - Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. agreed to acquire JDE Peet's NV for €15.7 billion, resulting in a 17% surge in JDE Peet's stock price [1] - Valneva SE experienced a 22% drop after its vaccine for mosquito-borne diseases was halted in the U.S. due to adverse reactions in elderly patients [1]

Core Viewpoint - The European stock markets experienced a significant decline following President Trump's threat to impose new tariffs on the EU, indicating heightened trade tensions and potential economic repercussions for the region [1]. Market Impact - The Eurozone blue-chip index, the Euro Stoxx 50, fell by 2.7% - The Stoxx 600 index decreased by 2% - The Italian FTSE MIB and French CAC 40 indices recorded the largest declines, both down by 2.8% - The German DAX index dropped by 2.2% - The Spanish IBEX 35 index fell by 2.6% - The Dutch AEX index decreased by 1.8% [1]. Tariff Announcement - Trump announced on Truth Social that discussions with the EU were unproductive, leading him to suggest a 50% tariff on the EU starting June 1, 2025 [1].