The Bel20 index opened at 5,377.44 points on Wednesday, reflecting a decline from the previous day’s close of 5,396.81 points. As the earnings season gains momentum, major companies are set to release their quarterly results.
ASML Reports Strong Q4 Results
Today, ASML published its fourth-quarter earnings, which are significant for Melexis. The company met its projections and anticipates another year of growth in 2026.
Melexis Benefits from ASML’s Surge
In Amsterdam, ASML’s stock soared over 7% following the announcement. This surge positively influenced Melexis, leading to an opening gain of more than 3% for its shares.
Stock Movements in the Main Index
- Umicore reported a gain of 2.8%.
- D’Ieteren saw an increase of 0.9%.
- Conversely, Solvay experienced a drop of 2.5%.
Additionally, both UCB and Argenx shares declined by approximately 2% during the opening.
Bekaert Expands Operations
Bekaert announced the acquisition of Bridgestone’s tire reinforcement operations in China and Thailand. This strategic move is expected to add around €80 million to Bekaert’s consolidated annual revenue.
Following this news, Bekaert’s shares opened nearly 3% higher in the market.
Overall, the market reacts to key earnings announcements, with technology and manufacturing sectors showing notable fluctuations. This ongoing reporting period will greatly influence trading trends in the coming days.
