Good morning, Europe. Saturday starts with a pullback in technology shares after a strong month—and a useful plan for the pumpkin once Halloween is over.
Reuters morning read: European shares slipped on Friday as investors questioned the cost and eventual returns of heavy AI infrastructure spending. The pan-European STOXX 600 closed 0.36% lower at 646.75, though it still recorded its best month since June. Technology was the weakest sector, falling 2.75% for its worst day since 7 July after results from Amazon and Intel renewed concern about AI-related investment.
Read more: Reuters: European shares stumble at the end of their best month since June
Useful this morning: If a pumpkin is part of today’s decorations, save the edible flesh and seeds before it goes soft. Recycle Now suggests cooking what you can, then putting scraps in a food-waste collection if your area has one—or composting them at home. Its postcode locator can also check what your council accepts, rather than guessing at the bin.
Read more: Recycle Now: How to have a sustainably spooky
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