Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:09:39 GMT
European markets edge lower on Monti resignation concerns
The Stoxx Europe 600 Index fell by 0.2% to 278.54 points in the very beginning of Europe trading session on Monday. European stocks slipped from a 18-month high, as the Italy's Prime Minster revealed his resignation plan. Markets are concerned about possible changes in the government, which might bring difficulties in national debt control. Monti said that he is considering