Euro zone Q3 GDP growth hits 0.4 percent

The euro zone economy expanded by 0.4 percent in the third quarter, slightly exceeding expectations despite broader regional stagnation. Growth was uneven across the bloc as France experienced a contraction, reflecting ongoing fiscal and industrial challenges. Germany avoided a technical recession, though the overall outlook remains constrained by weak demand and structural headwinds. Monitor upcoming manufacturing and services PMI data for signs of further deceleration in the fourth quarter.