European stocks edged lower amid policy uncertainty and falling commodity prices, with mining stocks weighing on the STOXX 600 index.
The STOXX 600 slipped as falling commodity prices weighed on mining shares. Traders also grappled with mixed policy signals, which dampened risk appetite.
The index is under pressure from falling commodity prices, which are hurting mining stocks, and from uncertainty over policy signals from central banks.
Mining and resource companies are the biggest drags as base metal prices retreat.
European equities slipped on Wednesday as traders assessed mixed policy signals, with falling commodity prices dragging mining stocks lower. The STOXX 600 edged down, reflecting cautious sentiment ahead of central bank decisions. Miners led the decline as base metal prices retreated.
European stocks are falling because declining commodity prices are hurting mining companies, and traders are cautious about central bank policy signals.
The mining and resources sectors are the worst hit, as falling base metal prices eat into their earnings outlooks.