In the European session, the German Benchmark Index traded above 18,700 levels.
European stock markets edged lower on Friday following the release of key inflation data, which met expectations at 2.4%, adding to the uncertainty surrounding future interest rate decisions.
While the European Central Bank (ECB) is widely anticipated to cut interest rates in June, traders remain uncertain about the number of additional cuts the central bank might implement throughout the rest of the year.
ECB board member Isabel Schnabel indicated that the central bank might reduce rates in June but advised caution regarding further cuts due to the uncertain economic outlook.
In market movements, Germany's DAX index fell by 0.2%, France's CAC 40 slipped by 0.1%, and the UK's FTSE 100 declined by 0.1%.
