BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT/PARIS (dpa-AFX) - French stocks declined on Monday as an
attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump's life injected fresh uncertainty
into an already tumultuous presidential campaign.

In a post on his social media site, Trump said: 'In this moment, it is more
important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as
Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win.'

In a prime-time address, Biden urged the public to recommit to civil debate.

The benchmark CAC 40 dipped 27 points, or 0.4 percent, to 7,697 after gaining
1.3 percent on Friday.

China-related LVMH fell 2.2 percent, Hermes International dropped 1.3 percent
and Kering lost 4 percent after data showed China's economy grew much slower
than expected in the second quarter.

Airbus edged up slightly And Thales rose 1.1 percent following reports that they
are actively considering a merger of their space activities, which would
consolidate Airbus Defence & Space and Thales Alenia Space.



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