Traders focus on upcoming US non-farm payrolls after mixed global economic data and steadying oil prices ahead of the report.
European equities declined in a cautious session, with the DAX falling 1% as investors awaited key US jobs data. WTI crude held minor gains at $95.02, while gold rose 0.7% to $4,718 amid subdued risk sentiment.
US 10-year yields edged down 2 bps to 4.37%, reflecting shifting rate-cut expectations after a Fed policymaker signaled support for reductions. German trade data showed a narrower surplus in March, and industrial output slumped, adding to growth concerns.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures rose 0.5% and 0.6%, respectively, led by tech shares, while the USD weakened broadly. Bitcoin climbed 0.5% to $80,261 as markets balanced geopolitical risks with economic signals.