European shares opened higher on Monday, marking a positive start to a data-packed week. Eurostoxx futures rose by 0.5% in early European trading, and major indices held firmer at the open. Britain's FTSE 100 increased by 0.6%, Germany's DAX climbed 1.2%, France's CAC 40 rose 1.1%, and Spain's IBEX was up 0.4%. The market's attention remains on Europe's recovery following last week's sell-off, which was driven by uncertainties surrounding potential policy shifts. Meanwhile, US futures indicate a higher open, contrasting with Asian markets that closed mostly lower.