Risk-on sentiment resumed in European stock markets this week as the potential outcome of the French election appears to be less disruptive. Across the Atlantic, Wall Street extended its record-breaking momentum due to growing expectations for the Federal Reserve to commence rate cuts sooner. Asian markets also posted positive weekly performance, following global trends. Europe All European benchmarks experienced a sharp rebound this week as the first round of the French election indicated that the far-right party may not achieve an absolute majority to take over legislative power in parliamen…