European stocks fall amid rising trade war fears; Hargreaves Lansdown slips 4%

The pan-European Stoxx 600 slipped around 0.8 percent during mid-morning deals, with almost all sectors and major bourses in negative territory. Market focus is largely attuned to global trade developments, amid rising doubts that the world's two largest economies will be able to secure a comprehensive trade deal during a cease-fire on tariffs. Trading volumes are expected to be relatively low on Wednesday, with U.S. stock markets closed as citizens observe a national day of mourning for President George H. W. Bush.