European stocks advanced on Tuesday, amid reports that Spain is moving closer to asking for a full bailout. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index added 0.2% to 272.84; French CAC 40 Index jumped 0.25% to 3,442.99, while German DAX 30 Index added 0.4% to 7,354.59. At the same time, investors are waiting for the outcome of Moody's review of Spain's credit rating, which could be cut to junk status