Shares of power producers fell as traders rotated back into cyclical sectors.

Utilities had led the stock market recently due to concerns about high-risk tech stocks.

Naturgy posted higher net profit for 2025, supported by strong energy demand and higher gas and electricity prices. Software giant Microsoft shares said it had reached its goal of meeting all of its electricity needs from renewable sources.


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