European markets to open higher as focus returns to earnings; Siemens unveils $7 billion buyback

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during morning trading on April 20, 2026 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images LONDON — European stocks are expected to open higher on Wednesday, bouncing back from losses in the previous session. The U.K.'s FTSE index is seen opening 0.6% higher, Germany's DAX up 0.5%, France's CAC 40 up 0.6% and Italy's FTSE MIB 0.7% higher, according to data from IG. …